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Oakland Tests Paying Homeless to Clean | California News

Oakland’s mayor is rolling out a bold new pilot program to transform how the city handles homeless encampments — by paying unhoused residents to clean up their own spaces, turning sanitation into a community-driven solution. Inspired by Portland’s success, the “sanitation-first” approach aims to make Oakland one of the nation’s cleanest and safest cities. Though it faced pushback from some council members — including a controversial ordinance allowing encampments to be cleared without first securing shelter — the mayor remains confident, with local residents in encampments actually backing the plan. More details are expected soon. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a689b9f9b6f1b57d

Mexican Mafia Members Convicted in 2017 Murder | California News

Two Mexican Mafia members, Ysrael Jacob Cordova and Ricardo Valenzuela, just received guilty verdicts for a 2017 murder tied to an armed robbery — now facing life in federal prison. The case is part of a massive federal crackdown on the Orange County branch of the gang, with prosecutors alleging drug trafficking and operations orchestrated from inside Calipatria State Prison. This conviction is one of 15 secured so far in a sprawling racketeering probe targeting 31 gang members, with top leaders still awaiting trial. Sentencing is set for October 22nd — their first major consequence for a crime that ended a life and shook a community. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/78870c8c786333b3

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2024 Lineup Drops | California News

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass drops its first artist lineup for this year’s free, three-day festival in Golden Gate Park, featuring My Morning Jacket, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, and Old Crow Medicine Show — plus a special Steve Earle tribute benefit show on October 1st at The Masonic, raising funds for autism support. The festival also kicks off with “Out of the Park” nighttime gigs around the Bay, including a Fillmore date for Welch & Rawlings, with more acts expected soon. Mark your calendars — it’s shaping up to be another legendary season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a2cebd1741480cfa

Teachers Get Affordable Housing | California News

Santa Barbara Unified is finally breaking ground on San Simeon Oaks Village, a 106-unit affordable housing project for teachers and staff struggling to afford local housing—only 11% currently can. Located on San Simeon Drive and San Marcos Road, the complex offers one- to three-bedroom apartments, prioritizing educators at or below 80% of area median income, plus spots for formerly homeless veterans and an on-site manager. Funded through a mix of HUD vouchers, tax credits, county loans, and private bonds—with the district not paying directly—it’s a landmark collaboration aimed at keeping educators in the community. Construction targets completion by December 2027, marking a major step toward solving a critical staffing crisis. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/241836eefe13959c

Creelman Fire Forces Evacuations Near Ramona | California News

A fast-moving wildfire near Ramona, dubbed the Creelman Fire, has already scorched over 300 acres and is threatening neighborhoods like San Diego Country Estates. Cal Fire has closed key roads including San Vicente and Vista Ramona to protect residents and aid firefighting efforts. Authorities urge immediate evacuations for those in the path and advise others to be ready to leave. This is a stark reminder to have an emergency plan and go-bag prepared — and the situation is still unfolding. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/98a6235a05fddfda