Abraham Medina issues an open invitation to learn more about how young men of color are being steered illegally into prison straight from classrooms. The story of Jesus Aguirre, sentenced to life in prison, will be on display on Wednesday at Latino Health Access in downtown Santa Ana starting at 6:30 p.m.
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County’s Juvenile Hall Population Dropping Along With Crime Rate
The number of youths incarcerated has fallen dramatically in recent years. Officials and advocates cite softening drug laws and initiatives like restorative justice as reasons for the decline.
Posted inSanta Ana, Top Stories
FBI: Santa Ana Police Committed Crime Against Edgar Vargas
An FBI certification states that police committed a crime related to felony assault when they beat the undocumented resident during an arrest in June.
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FBI: Policía de Santa Ana cometió crimen contra Edgar Vargas
Agentes de la policía de Santa Ana cometieron un delito cuando golpearon el residente indocumentado durante su arresto en junio, de acuerdo con un documento del FBI.
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Immigrant Rights Groups Call on Feds to Investigate OC Probation
Orange County organizations are calling on the Department of Homeland Security to examine the probation department’s practice of referring juveniles suspected of being undocumented to federal immigration authorities.
Posted inEducation, Health & Wellness, Santa Ana, Top Stories
School Board Again Faces Calls for Discipline Changes
During public testimony at Tuesday’s Santa Ana Unified regular board meeting, students, parents and activists demanded reductions in suspensions and a formal committee tasked with improving school climates.
