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Crazy story out of California. False confessions are real, and not too difficult for cops to coerce.

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I don't know what incentive they hoped to derive from this. It is disturbing, however.

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From Brave search/ai

Overview

Fontana is a city located in San Bernardino County, California, United States. Founded in 1913, it remained largely rural until World War II, when entrepreneur Henry J. Kaiser built a large steel mill in the area. Today, Fontana is a regional hub of the trucking industry, with major highways Interstate 10 and State Route 210 crossing the city.

Demographics

According to the US Census, as of 2020:

Population: 208,393
Racial and ethnic composition:
+ White alone: 12.42%
+ Black or African American alone: 8.47%
+ Asian alone: 8.15%
+ Hispanic or Latino: 67.79%
Total area: 52.04 sq mi (135.72 km2)
Elevation: 1,237 ft (377 m)

Government

Type: Council-Manager
City Council: 7 members, including Mayor Acquanetta Warren and 6 council members
City Clerk: Germaine Keyes
City Treasurer: Janet Koehler-Brooks
City Manager: Matthew Ballantyne

Economy

Major industries: Trucking, manufacturing, and logistics
Largest employer: City of Fontana (1,143 employees)

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response

The City of Fontana is monitoring the COVID-19 situation and working with local, state, and federal authorities to ensure public safety.
Vaccination appointments can be scheduled by calling (909) 387-3911 or emailing coronavirus@DPH.sbcounty.gov.

Chamber of Commerce

The Fontana Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that serves as the voice and advocate for local businesses.
The Chamber promotes Chamber events, local businesses, and community activities through social media.

Employment Opportunities

  • The City of Fontana offers various job opportunities, with applications accepted through the governmentjobs.com platform.
  • Resumes and attachments may be included, but will not be used to determine minimum qualifications.
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