Gov. Newsom criticized for proposal to eliminate health benefit for some disabled immigrants
California Gov. Gavin Newsom facing backlash for cutting health benefits for certain low-income immigrants with disabilities amidst budget deficit. [ more ]
Traveler carries measles through LAX as cases rise around the US
A traveler carrying measles passed through Los Angeles International Airport, potentially exposing thousands of California travelers to the highly infectious disease. [ more ]
California Voters to Decide Who Will Finish McCarthy's Term
Voters in California's conservative district will choose replacement for Kevin McCarthy, benefitting from his endorsement and Trump's support. [ more ]
Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years
The California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues. [ more ]
California advances AI proposals on discrimination, deepfakes, jobs
California aims to build public trust, fight algorithmic discrimination, and outlaw certain deepfakes, potentially leading the way for AI regulations in the US. [ more ]
Man punches victim in stomach, then poses for a photo after attack, California cops say
Random attacks on two individuals by a 25-year-old in California led to his arrest, with charges including elder abuse and battery on an officer. [ more ]
Proposed gender identity measure fails to qualify for California ballot
Californians won't be voting on parental notification policy regarding gender identification this November, as supporters failed to collect enough signatures for the ballot measure. [ more ]
Opinion: In California, electrified transportation is the future despite negative hype
California's electric vehicle sales surged in the first quarter of 2024, showing strong growth and disproving critics' predictions of a downward trend. [ more ]
Proposition 47 Saves State Millions, Funds Rehabilitation Programs | KQED
UC President regrets commitment affecting Israeli institutions, California transitions to electric vehicles, UC student workers union authorizes strike. [ more ]
Proposal to limit transgender youth rights fails to qualify for California's November ballot
A proposal in California requiring parental notification on gender identity and limits on transgender youth medical care failed to qualify for the November ballot. [ more ]
California Democrats aren't sold on Gavin Newsom's plan to cut the budget deficit. How they disagree
California Assembly Democrats clash with Gov. Newsom over budget issues, including Medi-Cal cuts and tax deductions, amid a $45 billion deficit. [ more ]
Opinion: California enables abusive child marriage, but Bay Area lawmaker blocks reform effort
California Assemblymember blocking bill to end child marriage, violating human rights and contradicting global efforts to empower women and girls. [ more ]
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California assembly unanimously passes legacy ban bill
California's state assembly passed a bill to ban legacy preferences in college admissions, following similar laws in Maryland, Colorado, and Virginia. [ more ]
California Lawmakers Pass Slew of Bills Cracking Down on Stolen Goods Resellers and Auto Theft | KQED
California lawmakers approved a package of bills to crack down on repeat shoplifters and car thieves, balancing tough-on-crime strategies with progressive policies. [ more ]
Opinion: Will California's new tax on gun sales reduce firearm violence?
California imposes its first state excise tax on guns and ammunition, following federal excise taxes, potentially impacting sales and aiming to reduce gun violence. [ more ]
Early signs of rising COVID in California as new FLiRT subvariants dominate
California faces an early summer COVID-19 season with rising sewage concentrations and FLiRT subvariants surpassing the winter strain nationally. [ more ]
Man killed after interrupting suspected catalytic converter thieves in downtown L.A.
Theft of catalytic converters is a lucrative crime due to valuable metals. Legal measures are being taken to combat this growing criminal trend. [ more ]
California big city mayors call for continued state homelessness funds. Here's why
California mayors urge continued state funding for homelessness programs, highlighting the impact of HHAP and Prop. 1 in addressing the crisis. [ more ]
Can Tough-on-crime Ballot Measure Deliver on Promises to Reduce Homelessness?
Proponents of the 'Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act' aim to increase penalties for drug and theft crimes without addressing homelessness and lack funding for housing or treatment beds. [ more ]
Germany Now Has So Much Solar Power That Its Electric Prices Are Going Negative
Germany's surplus solar power has led to negative energy prices, creating an inefficient energy market with problems for solar producers and wasted resources. [ more ]
Podcast: "Cycling Over Sixty" Talks Bike Month with Streetsblog's Melanie Curry - Streetsblog California
Tom Butler's podcast covers various bike-related topics for riders over sixty or aspiring to be, including interviews and discussions on sustainable transportation in California. [ more ]
Thousands of Californians haven't touched their Middle Class Tax Refunds. Are you one of them?
More than 600,000 Californians with low to moderate incomes have left pandemic relief funds untouched on prepaid debit cards, posing challenges for reaching intended recipients. [ more ]
Opinion: What Newsom should do next to curb Big Oil emissions
Corporate price gouging contributes to price shocks, especially in the oil industry, impacting gas prices and environmental concerns in California. [ more ]
California's Delta tunnel project cost estimated at $20 billion, $4 billion higher than before, aiming to improve water supply and climate resilience despite environmental concerns. [ more ]
State Auditors Step Into Housing Element Mandate Mess, Question Whether Regulators are Doing Enough to Help Cities
California cities are struggling to meet state-mandated housing goals, risking loss of funding; some officials question the fairness and consistency of mandates. [ more ]
A day with no COVID deaths? It finally happened in California
A day without COVID deaths in California in 2024 marked a significant point in the pandemic's history and progress towards managing the virus. [ more ]
What to Watch as Voters Head to Polls in Georgia, Oregon and Elsewhere
In special elections in California and primary contests in other states, California's 20th Congressional District primary results indicate a Republican lead, while Georgia and Oregon see competitive races in the Democratic primary. [ more ]
Column: News business needs help in California. Is government the answer?
State legislation in California may require big internet platforms like Google to contribute money to save journalism, essential for holding governments accountable and maintaining a healthy democracy. [ more ]
Educators call Gov. Gavin Newsom's slash to school funding unconstitutional'
Outraged educational leaders in California believe Newsom's budget cuts to school funding unconstitutional and subject to potential litigation. [ more ]
California pays meth users up to $599 a year to get sober
Medi-Cal is utilizing an innovative program called 'contingency management' to help individuals struggling with stimulant addiction, providing financial incentives for staying clean. [ more ]
California will audit its telework policies as workers frown on return-to-office mandates
The California legislative committee seeks to evaluate the state's telework policies after the announcement of requiring state workers to return to the office for at least two days a week. [ more ]
California's water tunnel to cost $20 billion, state officials say the benefits are worth it
California administration estimates a $20.1 billion cost for a single water tunnel project, aimed at improving water storage for longer droughts caused by climate change. [ more ]
Tesla sued again over Fremont paint shop emissions
A non-profit filed an emissions lawsuit against Tesla for harmful pollutants from its California factory, seeking injunction and fines for Clean Air Act violations. [ more ]
Newsom announces first $3.3 billion from Prop. 1 mental health bond
California's new mental health bond of $6.4 billion aims to fund treatment centers and homeless housing, potentially impacting existing mental health funding programs. [ more ]