Davis Vanguard

Davis Vanguard The People's Vanguard of Yolo County is the alternative news source in Yolo County that covers polit

Words of the founder:

To be "the new guardian of the Davis left."

-David Greenwald

California Senator Catherine S. Blakespear introduces SB 954, aiming to balance environmental protections with industria...
03/27/2026

California Senator Catherine S. Blakespear introduces SB 954, aiming to balance environmental protections with industrial development. The bill follows criticism of SB 131, which granted broad exemptions from environmental review for advanced manufacturing projects. The new legislation is backed by over a dozen senators and 20 Assemblymembers.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/03/industrial-development-environmental-safeguards/

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to rename March 31 as Farmworkers Day, replacing César Chávez Day. Th...
03/27/2026

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to rename March 31 as Farmworkers Day, replacing César Chávez Day. The change follows allegations of sexual abuse against Chávez and aims to honor the broader farmworker movement and its historical roots in dignity and justice.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/03/governor-newsom-signs-farmworkers-day/

Latino community advocate in Yolo County, California, endorses Diane Ortiz for Yolo County Superior Court Judge, shiftin...
03/27/2026

Latino community advocate in Yolo County, California, endorses Diane Ortiz for Yolo County Superior Court Judge, shifting support from Ryan Davis. Ortiz, a Deputy District Attorney, is recognized for her legal expertise, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to transparency for the Latino community.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/03/diane-ortiz-latino-community-judge/

Exploring the strategy behind the 'burn down' of public services, this article delves into the narrative of inefficiency...
03/27/2026

Exploring the strategy behind the 'burn down' of public services, this article delves into the narrative of inefficiency, defunding, and privatization. It argues that this systematic demolition of public trust leads to a two-tier system, benefiting the wealthy and leaving the poor behind.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/03/privatization-public-services-con/

National public defense organizations have voiced concerns over a $26,000 contempt fine imposed on San Francisco Public ...
03/27/2026

National public defense organizations have voiced concerns over a $26,000 contempt fine imposed on San Francisco Public Defender Mano Raju. The fine was issued after Raju refused additional cases due to unmanageable workloads, highlighting a broader issue of underfunded and overburdened public defense systems nationwide.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/03/san-francisco-defender-fine/

Who Holds the Power in San Francisco?A new political showdown is unfolding as the Working Families Party rallies candida...
03/26/2026

Who Holds the Power in San Francisco?
A new political showdown is unfolding as the Working Families Party rallies candidates and community members to push back against billionaire influence.
At the center: a growing movement rooted in people power, not big money.
The message is clear—this isn’t just an election, it’s a fight over who controls democracy itself.
: www.davisvanguard.org

Minnesota Federal Agent Lawsuit – ICE ShootingHolding Federal Agents Accountable
Minnesota prosecutors are suing the Dep...
03/26/2026

Minnesota Federal Agent Lawsuit – ICE Shooting
Holding Federal Agents Accountable
Minnesota prosecutors are suing the Departments of Homeland Security and Justice for evidence in fatal and injurious ICE shootings.
The federal government has so far refused to cooperate, citing immunity.
The lawsuit is part of a broader investigation into multiple cases during Operation Metro Surge.
The outcome could set a historic precedent for state oversight of federal law enforcement.
: www.davisvanguard.org


The revised Willowgrove plan now proposes 250 affordable units, exceeding city requirements by 177%. All units will be c...
03/26/2026

The revised Willowgrove plan now proposes 250 affordable units, exceeding city requirements by 177%. All units will be constructed in a single phase, with infrastructure completed before market-rate occupancy. The plan prioritizes families, accessibility, and long-term affordability in Davis.

* 250 deed-restricted units (30% extremely low-income, 20% very low-income, 50% low-income)
* Single-phase construction, infrastructure completed first
* Includes units for individuals with developmental disabilities
* Ensures long-term affordability through deed restrictions
: www.davisvanguard.org


Sutter Health and Yolo County Housing are investing $1.5M to create 73 affordable homes and the Woodland Service Hub. Th...
03/26/2026

Sutter Health and Yolo County Housing are investing $1.5M to create 73 affordable homes and the Woodland Service Hub. The hub will bring mobile medical, dental, and behavioral health services directly to families in Armfield Lemen. This project integrates housing, health, and community services—creating a model for lasting neighborhood impact.

* 73 new family-friendly apartments
* Indoor/outdoor community spaces for health, education, and workforce programs
* Mobile clinics by Northern Valley Indian Health
* Construction begins 2027, move-ins by 2029
: www.davisvanguard.org


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