A settlement reached by a local church and Gov. Gavin Newsom allows an injunction against COVID-19 restrictions on churches. Harvest Rock Church has been battling in court for an injunction against Gov. Gavin Newsom since summer. Under the settlement, California may no longer impose discriminatory restrictions upon houses of worship. The governor must also pay $1,350,000 to reimburse attorney’s fees and costs. “Although Defendant continues to dispute Plaintiffs’ claims, Defendant as well as Plaintiffs wish to resolve this matter now … Continue reading Harvest Rock Church ‘Wins’ Lawsuit: Restrictions on Houses of Worship Banned, State Must Reimburse Church Legal Fees