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September 1, 2026
California Permit Allows Killing of Mule Deer on Catalina Island
- A state permit for culling thousands of mule deer on Catalina Island is now active.
- Supervisor Janice Hahn has appealed to Governor Gavin Newsom to revoke the permit.
- Opponents argue the deer removal could increase wildfire risks on the populated island.
- A lawsuit has been filed to block the culling, with a court hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
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- Newsom urged to intervene as controversial Catalina Island deer slaughter gets green lightSep 1, 2026 at 1:38 PM · Independent
- A Plan to Eradicate the Deer on Catalina Island Will Proceed, Organizers SaySep 2, 2026 at 1:50 AM · NYT