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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.
Analysis Finds Davis Not on Track to Meet Housing Requirements without Approval of Two Voter Projects
Davis is at risk of falling short of its lower-income housing requirements, which could lead to increased state intervention and scrutiny of local policies, unless two large peripheral projects – Willowgrove and Village Farms – are approved and built.
Davis City Council to Consider Willowgrove Housing Proposal
The Davis City Council is considering the 232-acre Willowgrove housing proposal, which includes 1,250 housing units, 250 of which are affordable, and is intended to address the city’s long-standing housing shortage, with the project’s fate ultimately resting with Davis voters in November 2026.
Op-ed | Why I Changed My Mind on Village Farms
Davis City Councilmember Bapu Vaitla voted in favor of Village Farms’ affordable housing proposal after the developer made a commitment to build 280 affordable units, 80 moderate-income homes, and 100 units if necessary, as well as dedicating over half of the development’s acreage to parks, greenbelts, habitat, playfields, and urban agriculture.
Op-ed | A Long-Term, Pragmatic Plan for a Livable & Sustainable Davis
The Davis Citizens Planning Group has proposed a vision for a sustainable, transit-oriented development of the city, which would provide affordable, energy-efficient housing and reduce car traffic.
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.
Accused Held in Custody in Low-Level Theft Case Despite Minimal Loss
An accused remained in custody following a Yolo County Superior Court hearing, as the court declined to reduce the felony charge or grant release due to concerns beyond the value of the alleged loss and the accused’s failure to appear in court.
Court Allows Conditional PARS Release Over DA Objection in Bail Review Hearing
A judge granted a conditional release under the Pre-Arraignment Release System over prosecutorial objection, as the defense argued the accused could not afford bail in time to care for his mother following surgery.
Prosecution Challenges Judge Overruling Objections during Defense Closing in Attempted Murder Trial
During the jury trial of the accused, the prosecution and defense presented their closing arguments, with the judge overruling multiple objections from the prosecution, and the defense arguing that the accused’s mental illness should have been addressed with proper treatment instead of criminal prosecution.
Prosecution Seeks Remand in Parole Case Despite No New Evidence; Defense Cites Prior Court Decisions
During a pretrial conference, a dispute arose between the prosecution and defense regarding an alleged parole violation tied to a DUI arrest, with the prosecution pushing for remand despite no new violation and the defense opposing the request.
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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