The fact that Denzel Draughn was charged with 19 felonies and initially held on three-quarter million dollars bail was meant to send a message, said a San Diego defense attorney.
A KPBS analysis shows more than two-thirds of use-of-force incidents involving San Diego Police Department officers over a 15-year period occurred below Interstate 8.
The Force Analysis Unit is tasked with reviewing use of force incidents with the aim of improving training and decreasing future incidents. Plus, mounting evidence suggests that the COVID-19 vaccine could help lessen “long COVID” symptoms. Meanwhile, earlier this month, Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have decriminalized jaywalking when no cars are present. The bill was aimed at tackling racial disparities in how jaywalking laws are enforced. And, a piece of classical music is examining California's colonial history and our state's long and complex relationship with Mexico. Finally, it's Halloween season so we are gathering our Midday Movies crew to recommend some appropriate viewing options.