John Glidden

John Glidden

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John Glidden worked as a journalist covering the city of Vallejo for more than 10 years. He left journalism in 2023 and currently works in the office of Solano County Supervisor Monica Brown.

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  Sep 21, 2020

How protests over police violence are changing a city where officers kill with near-impunity

As protests against racism and police violence were sweeping the country, a Vallejo, California detective shot and killed Sean Monterrosa. His death has galvanized a community....

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  Sep 18, 2020

Benicia firefighter tests positive for COVID

BENICIA – A Benicia firefighter has tested positive for the coronavirus, the third positive...

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  Sep 17, 2020

Tinfow receives $300,000 severance package from city of Benicia

BENICIA – Benicia has agreed to give more than $300,000 in severance pay...

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  Sep 13, 2020

Vallejo aims to create new position to address city's housing needs

More than 600 people were homeless in the city of Vallejo last year....

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  Sep 12, 2020

Vallejo's former veterans building may see new life as event venue

Vallejo may soon have a new venue for weddings, quinceaneras, and other events...

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  Sep 09, 2020

JumpStart facing $14,000 fine from state watchdog

JumpStart Vallejo is facing a $14,000 fine from the state’s election...

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  Sep 08, 2020

Tinfow resigns as Benicia city manager

BENICIA – After three years with Benicia, Lorie Tinfow announced her resignation as city...

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  Sep 06, 2020

Benicia council to evaluate city manger performance

BENICIA – The city council will hold a special meeting Tuesday to discuss Lorie...

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  Sep 05, 2020

Special prosecutor named to investigate McCoy shooting

A former Southern California district attorney will receive up $25,000 to investigate...

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  Sep 05, 2020

Benicia opening cooling center amid excessive heat

BENICIA – In preparation for the heatwave expected to hit the area over the...

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  Sep 04, 2020

Vallejo agrees to $5.7 million settlement in police shooting of Ronell Foster

The family of Ronell Foster will receive $5.7 million to settle a...

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  Aug 29, 2020

Vallejo school board to get update on superintendent search

A $17,900 contract is expected to be awarded next week to a...

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