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New California Laws Starting Jan. 1 Include One That Requires Court Order for ICE to Enter Public Areas of Schools, Hospitals – See Full List

Jan 5, 2026

California has enacted more than 500 new laws affecting the courts, marking one of the most expansive statutory overhauls in recent years. The measures—passed in 2025 and taking effect between 2026 and 2027—span immigration, criminal justice, child welfare, civil law, mental health, artificial intelligence, and court operations, with a strong emphasis on access to justice…
Southern California Pastor Sentenced To 45 Years To Life For Sexually Assaulting Three Young Girls He Met Through His Church

Oct 27, 2025

A Southern California pastor who preyed on children he met through his church has been sentenced to 45 years to life in state prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting three young girls over a span of seven years. Carlos Ramirez Valdez, 61, of Riverside, was found guilty in August of 11 felony counts of…

New California Laws Starting Jan. 1 Include One That Requires Court Order for ICE to Enter Public Areas of Schools, Hospitals – See Full List