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The Daily Californian •

CA Gov. Gavin Newsom passes bill prioritizing protection of sex workers

On Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed SB 233, a bill that prohibits prostitution-related arrests of people who witness or are victims of certain violent crimes and that prevents condoms from being used as evidence of sex work.

Prior to the passing of SB 233 as a statewide law, similar policies were instituted in both San Francisco and Berkeley, according to Berkeley Police Review Commissioner Ismail Ramsey. On April 5, the Police Review Commission, or PRC, passed an amendment to Lexip
The Daily Californian •

UAW Bargaining Team meets with UCSD Chancellor to discuss AR rights

As part of an ongoing bargaining process with the UC system, one group from the Academic Researchers United/United Automobile Workers Local 5810 union rallied outside UCSF’s Genentech Hall while another group met with UC San Diego Chancellor Pradeep Khosla to discuss the objectives and challenges of academic researchers, or ARs.

The union, which represents almost 5,000 ARs throughout the UC system, delivered the message that researchers need job security and a clear path for advancement on July
The Daily Californian •

CA governor flies Pride flag over Capitol in celebration of Pride Month

For the second time in California’s history, following President Donald Trump’s denial of requests to fly Pride flags above U.S. embassies, Gov. Gavin Newsom and his administration raised the flag above the California State Capitol on June 17 in celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

According to Newsom’s op-ed published June 26 in Newsweek, California has played a crucial role in the history of the U.S. LGBTQ+ movement. In 1978, the Pride flag was first flown in San Francisco at what was then the
Redwood Bark •

Tyler the Creator reveals personal journey with new album “IGOR”

Following his 2017 album “Flower Boy,” Tyler the Creator’s newest creative vision “IGOR” features a series of titles that encapsulate his newfound wild energy. Out of the twelve songs in “IGOR,” there is something for everyone—a summery smash hit, alternative titles for those with a more niche music taste as well as less traditional but equally catchy songs. “IGOR” is Tyler the Creator’s personal awakening as he establishes his unique style within the music community.
Redwood Bark •

The wonders of Mt Tam: How local organizations are preserving Marin’s prized beauty

One of Marin’s greatest qualities are it’s neighborhoods with stunning views of the mountain – sunsets over Tam are a must see for any Marin visitor.

Watching the sun set over the Bay Area from Mount Tamalpais’ Bolinas Ridge is an experience often reserved for Marin residents who know the mountain’s coveted spots. Just a few miles from the high-stress, crowded city of San Francisco, Mount Tamalpais (Tam) is a place of solace and quiet.
Redwood Bark •

Lack of senior tradition perpetuates disconnected student body

A full stadium at the Friday night football game, an entire school distracted by the senior prank and the senior class itself, seizing their last year. However, these classic senior year experiences, as imparted by teen classics like “High School Musical,” are close to nonexistent at Redwood. Romanticization of senior year is pervasive, and for good reason: that is how such a momentous year should be, full of preemptive nostalgia and a spike in school spirit.
Redwood Bark •

Travis Scott’s “Astroworld” impresses with psychedelic sound

The Astroworld album cover was created by the famed photographer, David LaChapelle, who has struck up a new creative relationship with Travis Scott.

Travis Scott released his third studio album to date, “Astroworld”. It has since reached the top of the Billboard 200—maintaining a number one spot for a consecutive three weeks. The album has propelled Scott into the spotlight, making him one of the summer’s top artists to watch.