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Community Responds to Fallen Police
By Dylan Byrd

The City of Santa Cruz lost two police officers on Feb. 26. This is the first time in history a Santa Cruz police officer has been killed in the line of duty.

Published March 7, 2013
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Don Lane AND sam farr accept the $850,000 grant awarded to support the Municipal Wharf Master Plan by the Federal Economic Development Administration. Photo by Sal Ingram
City of Santa Cruz Receives Grant for Wharf
By Jon Vorpe

An $850,000 grant toward the Municipal Wharf Master Plan will ensure the legacy of Santa Cruz’s wharf as a beloved community locale.

Published November 1, 2012
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Rep. Sam Farr (D-Santa Cruz) and sociology professor Paul Lubeck sit in remembrance of UCSC alumnus Gabe Zimmerman, who was gunned down Jan. 8 in Tucson, Ariz. Photo by Isaac Miller.
Community Responds to Arizona Shooting
By Michael Mott

In light of the attempted assassination of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.), a town hall meeting was held by Rep. Sam Farr (D-Santa Cruz) at First Congregational Church in Santa Cruz. The meeting was meant to recognize the victims of the mass shooting, as well as discuss hot political topics related to it, such as mental healthcare and gun control.

Published January 20, 2011
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17th District Hashes Out Medical Marijuana Legislation
By Mikaela Todd

Congressman Sam Farr introduces new bill to help fight for state rights concerning federal charges in the legal medical marijuana world in California.

Published January 14, 2010
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