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Our weekly news roundup includes an update on the cyclospora outbreak, stream health monitoring, new housing development in Monterey, and more.

UC Santa Cruz scientists are using bits of DNA shed over time to monitor stream health. And, a donation from the president of Open A-I pushes a fundraiser to buy land near Big Bear’s famous bald eagle nest beyond its goal.

Some coastal cities are creating stricter rules to limit beach canopies. And, during Disability Pride Month, Gilroy gets inclusive bocce ball courts.

Monterey County has approved a policy to get newly available water to projects that have been waiting. And, a poll finds 44% of teens have seen AI-generated sexual content.

California officials are celebrating tools that help keep people safe during wildfires. And, the process to rename Cesar Chavez Library and Park in Salinas is underway.

California is preparing to return 136 acres of land in Mendocino County to three of the region’s native tribes. And, a historic railroad bridge is complicating efforts to build a long-planned bike and pedestrian trail east of downtown San José.

An ongoing investigation into the source of a food-borne illness outbreak now includes a false-positive for the pathogen. And, an effort to get rid of California’s top two primary system is underway.

Our round-up of the week's news includes the latest on food safety concerns following a national food-borne illness outbreak, a local youth leader heading to the FIFA World Cup Final, notices along parts of West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, plus more.

The current cyclospora outbreak has resurfaced questions about food safety, but similar incidents have helped boost protections.

A Salinas teen is headed to the FIFA World Cup Final this weekend. And, the 116th annual California Rodeo Salinas is underway.