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SoCal Matters
What To Know About Prop 36
Season 2024
Episode 215
Prop 36 would restore harsher penalties for certain theft and drug offenses, undoing parts of Prop 47. Supporters say it will reduce homelessness and crime, while opponents argue it would waste money on incarcerating non-violent offenders.
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2:00
A running club in Skid Row offers exercise and community for people overcoming homelessness.

1:55
330 USDA food shipments for California food banks are on hold with no timeline in sight.

2:00
Most NIL earnings go to a few standout athletes at major universities like UCLA and Berkeley.

2:00
New state maps show wildfire risk zones have expanded dramatically across California.

1:59
The DMV keeps money from towed car sales if owners don’t claim it—often without telling them.

2:00
Despite $3 billion spent, Lake Tahoe's water clarity is getting worse.

1:55
California Senator Rubio denies involvement after reports link her to a federal corruption probe.

2:00
LA's lawsuit against Edison raises concerns about wildfire liability and state funds.

1:55
California launches a $500M effort to clean up and restore the Salton Sea.

2:00
Data centers are consuming massive amounts of power—who will pay for it?

2:00
Fake tow companies are scamming fire survivors by taking cars and charging thousands for return.

2:00
CA joins a wave of lawsuits accusing oil companies of misleading the public on climate change.