The California Youth Authority has been coming under fire as of late, after several recent incidents of violence and abuse of authority. In January, two 18-year-olds were found hanged in their cells. The families of the two teenagers filed suit against the state for "denying mental health care and treatment and education to its wards." On April 1st, a video was released by a state senator showing an incident in January in which "one youthful inmate at a facility in Stockton is repeatedly pummeled by a correctional officer and another is kicked, after they were subdued and on the ground". I had an opportunity to speak with Mike and Monet, two members of Books Not Bars, about the situation with California's youth incarceration problems.....

There are plans to increase on site plutonium and biological agents at Livermore Lab.

There will be a public hearing on April 27 at the Double Tree Club Hotel, 720 Las Flores Rd. in Livermore.

The 50 mile radius surrounding Livermore Lab includes the crowded San Francisco and San Jose areas.



The following info is from
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The ELFs are angry

Just back from actions in Barcelona, Spain, "Reverend Billy" and his Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir have fought Starbucks, Disney, Walmart, and many other corporate chains in cities around the US. On April 20, the Reverand Billy brought his flock to Santa Cruz for spirited street action to break the monotony of everyday life.....

[ Listen to the Stream or Download the mp3 ]

Many people encouraged me to ask the SC City Council to recontact the House Judiciary Committee about impeachment proceedings for the Bushies - this is the letter I wrote.
Though I got no responses, I encourage others to try as well - and also contact Sam Farr! See posted letter to Sam on IM.