Davis Vanguard

Former LAPD Officer Clifford Proctor's murder indictment in the fatal shooting of unarmed Brendon Glenn has been dismissed by a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge. The decision is being appealed by the District Attorney's Office, citing sufficient evidence for a second-degree murder charge.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/lapd-officer-proctor-dismissed/

Yolo County Superior Court judge delays decision on bail and pretrial release for an individual charged with 18 counts, including seven murder charges, in connection with the 2025 Esparto fireworks warehouse explosion. The accused is alleged to have been a principal actor in illicit operations.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/yolo-county-court-delays-bail-decision/

The U.S. Senate has passed a bill providing an additional $70 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the U.S. Border Patrol. The legislation, part of President Trump's immigration agenda, has faced criticism from Democrats and civil liberties organizations. It now moves to the House of Representatives.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/senate-passes-70b-ice-funding/

California's universities are advocating for a $12 billion state bond to fund scientific research amidst federal funding cuts. The proposed bond would establish the California Foundation for Science and Health Research to award grants through a competitive, peer-reviewed process.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/california-bond-research-funding/

Exploring the complex relationship between law enforcement and marginalized communities, this article examines the historical implications of the 'Thin Blue Line' symbol. It highlights how this symbol has been a catalyst for movements like Black Lives Matter and the women's movement.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/thin-blue-line-violence-lgbtq/

Measure V, concerning the Village Farms development in Yolo County, is still trailing in the election despite recent gains. The outcome remains uncertain as the count of outstanding ballots continues. Further updates will clarify whether the initiative can overcome its current deficit.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/measure-v-yolo-county-update/

The Davis Vanguard is turning 20!

Join us as we celebrate two decades of independent journalism, government accountability, criminal justice reform reporting and civic engagement.

This year, we are proud to honor five outstanding public defenders from San Francisco, Sacramento and Yolo County whose work has made a lasting impact on our communities and on the Vanguard's coverage over the past 20 years.

We're also excited to welcome Matt Gonzalez and Whitney Leigh as keynote speakers for this special Sunday afternoon event.

For 20 years, the Vanguard has worked to expose injustice, elevate underrepresented voices and train the next generation of journalists, lawyers and advocates. Now we're looking ahead to the next 20 years.

We hope you'll join us for this milestone celebration.

Tickets, sponsorships and event information:

https://davisvanguard.networkforgood.com/events/100560-20th-anniversary-fundraiser

Whether you've been with us from the beginning or just discovered the Vanguard, we'd love to celebrate this milestone with you.

California officials report recovering nearly $260 million in stolen goods and arresting over 32,600 suspects in a crackdown on organized retail theft. The success is attributed to the California Organized Retail Theft Grant Program, though critics argue for a more holistic solution addressing socioeconomic factors.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/california-organzied-retail-theft/

Retrial for Carlos Reales Dominguez, accused of the 2023 killing of Karim Abou Najm and attempted murder of Kimberlee Guillory, continues in Yolo County Superior Court. Previously deemed incompetent due to schizophrenia, Dominguez was acquitted of first-degree murder but faces manslaughter and second-degree murder charges.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/carlos-reales-dominguez-retrial-yolo/

Maryland's Fair Chance Housing Act, set to take effect in 2026, limits the use of criminal background checks in rental applications. The law aims to improve housing access for those with conviction histories and is expected to impact over a million residents.

https://davisvanguard.org/2026/06/fair-chance-housing-act-maryland/