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Join The Vanguard in Celebrating 20 Years of Impactful Journalism
The Vanguard has launched ticket sales and sponsorships for its 20th Anniversary Fundraiser on June 14 at the Wednesday Club in Suisun, honoring five public defenders and celebrating 20 years of impactful journalism and community advocacy.
Op-ed | What Justice Looks Like in Davis We find out at the April 28th City Council Meeting
The City of Davis has released its version of the Muslim, Arab, and Palestinian and Allies (MAPA) recommendations, which have been met with opposition from far-right Jewish organizations, despite the original recommendations being non-controversial if applied to any other marginalized group.
UC Davis’ Sweeping Transportation Plan Open for Public Review
UC Davis is inviting students, employees, and the Davis community to review and provide feedback on a draft transportation plan that outlines over 100 potential improvements to the campus transportation system, such as safer street crossings, separated bicycle routes, and stronger transit connections.
Measure V Gains Democratic Backing as Davis Housing Fight Enters Final Stretch
The Yolo County Democratic Party has endorsed Measure V, a housing proposal that aims to provide affordable homes, open space preservation, transportation improvements, and relief to the strained local housing market in Davis.
Letter: Eric Jones… A Breath of Fresh Air in the Current Political Climate
Eric Jones is a candidate for Congress in the 4th District who has pledged to focus on issues affecting families, protect access to quality healthcare, keep corporate PAC money out of politics, and ensure working people have a fair chance to succeed.
Vanguard Court Watch
Join The Vanguard in Celebrating 20 Years of Impactful Journalism
The Vanguard has launched ticket sales and sponsorships for its 20th Anniversary Fundraiser on June 14 at the Wednesday Club in Suisun, honoring five public defenders and celebrating 20 years of impactful journalism and community advocacy.
Dominguez Trial Continued, Jury Trial Set for May 18
Carlos Reales Dominguez, a former UC Davis student, is facing two counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted murder for the fatal stabbings of two people and the attempted stabbing of a third, and the case is scheduled for retrial on May 18, 2026.
Judge Grants Extension to Homeless Defendant Despite Confusion
The accused was granted the maximum extension allowed for his probation violation, after a lengthy exchange with the court, during which he waived his rights despite repeated confusion over the proceedings.
COURT WATCH: Judge Denies 17(b) Motion, Holds Accused to Answer on Multiple Counts after Preliminary Hearing
Judge Thomas Glazier denied a motion to reduce charges and found sufficient cause to hold the accused to answer on multiple counts, despite defense arguments that the evidence failed to establish intent or possession of several alleged items.
COURT WATCH: Judge Denies Supervised Release, Citing Prior Record and Missed Court Appearances
The court denied a request for supervised release for an accused person facing multiple theft-related charges, citing prior criminal history and a probation assessment that concluded the accused lacked stability.
Vanguard incarcerated press
Join The Vanguard in Celebrating 20 Years of Impactful Journalism
The Vanguard has launched ticket sales and sponsorships for its 20th Anniversary Fundraiser on June 14 at the Wednesday Club in Suisun, honoring five public defenders and celebrating 20 years of impactful journalism and community advocacy.
Vanguard Incarcerated Press – July 2025
The July edition of the Vanguard Incarcerated Press features stories from incarcerated individuals that expose the cruelty of the prison system and highlight the resilience of those who endure it, while also advocating for free speech, human rights, and prison reform.
VANGUARD INCARCERATED PRESS: Nuances
I must admit arriving at California Medical Facility Vacaville (CMF) was an answered prayer for me. Since…
VANGUARD INCARCERATED PRESS: The Uncaged Writer By D. Razor Babb, ‘Perspectives from the Cellblock’
Early 2019, nearly a year before anyone had even heard of a Covid pandemic, Dr. Joan Parkin…
Vanguard Incarcerated Press: It’s a Wonderful Life (Sentence) – A George Bailey Moment during a Secretary of Corrections Visit
Every Christmas, network TV airs the black-and-white classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” with Jimmy Stewart. There is…
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