Natalie Hanson

Natalie Hanson

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Natalie is an award-winning Bay Area-based journalist who reports on homelessness, education and criminal justice issues. She has written for Courthouse News, Richmondside, ChicoSol News, and more.

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  Feb 07, 2025

Homeless residents decry Vallejo encampment sweeps during storms

Several unhoused people said their vehicles were towed and belongings removed while the Bay Area experienced several major rainstorms....

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  Feb 06, 2025

Benicia officials embrace refinery regulations despite possible Valero lawsuit

The council supported passing an industrial safety ordinance, despite concerns about legal challenges from Valero....

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  Jan 27, 2025

Hyundai dealership set to take over former Kmart lot in Vallejo

The Vallejo Planning Commission voted 5-0 to greenlight Wise Auto Group’s design for a new dealership....

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  Jan 16, 2025

Vallejo leaders seek new gun violence solutions after 4-year-old girl critically injured in shooting

“Every Vallejo resident deserves the need to feel safe in their home and neighborhood,” Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James said....

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  Dec 19, 2024

Benicia seeks to rebuild senior center with affordable housing

The Benicia City Council is seeking a developer to build affordable housing on two city-owned parcels....

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  Dec 04, 2024

ACLU accuses Solano DA of obstructing public records on racial bias in prosecutions

ACLU attorneys accused the DA of “flagrant stonewalling and utter disregard for the PRA.”...

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