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UC Berkeley Students, Faculty Rally Against Trump’s Push to Deport Protesters
Students held two major campus protests this week in response to the arrest and detention of a former Columbia University student who organized pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus last year.

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UC Berkeley Students, Faculty Rally Against Trump’s Push to Deport Protesters

Students held two major campus protests this week in response to the arrest and detention of a former Columbia University student who organized pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus last year.

Providing Health Care for Immigrants Is Costing California More Than Expected. Is Coverage at Risk?

California is spending more than it expected on Medi-Cal and Republican lawmakers are pointing to coverage expansions that benefited immigrant households.

Another Bay Area City Steps Up Its Sanctuary Policies in the Face of Trump’s Threats

Richmond joined several California cities in strengthening its sanctuary city ordinances to limit involvement with federal immigration enforcement.

CARECEN SF Uses Arts and Advocacy to Empower Bay Area Immigrant Youth

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UC Berkeley Students, Faculty Rally Against Trump’s Push to Deport Protesters

Students held two major campus protests this week in response to the arrest and detention of a former Columbia University student who organized pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campus last year.

Providing Health Care for Immigrants Is Costing California More Than Expected. Is Coverage at Risk?

California is spending more than it expected on Medi-Cal and Republican lawmakers are pointing to coverage expansions that benefited immigrant households.

Trump's Anti-DEI Crackdown Targets Over 50 Universities Nationwide

Among California universities under investigation by the US Department of Education are UC Berkeley, CSU San Bernardino and Cal Poly Humboldt.

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The deadline to claim the $1,400 stimulus check is fast approaching. Tax Day 2025, which is April 15, is the last day to file your 2021 tax return.

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