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Newsom says ‘yes’ to ‘outing’ ban
On the last day to make his decision, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed into...
California’s ‘weak’ job market propped up by public money as private sector sheds jobs
Private-sector jobs in California have declined since their post-pandemic peak, while public-sector employment has shown...
California beats Big Oil again, State Jobs increased
California notched another victory against Big Oil. The industry announced it is pulling its referendum aimed...
McGuire and Rivas work with Governor on budget
Staring down a bear of a budget deficit last January, Gov. Gavin Newsom came up...
Capitol Corner: When celebrities push bills at California’s Legislature
It was a somber, and at times tearful, gathering Monday as legislators and advocates promoted...
California campaign finance website won’t be fixed for years
When will Cal-Access — the antiquated web portal to track California’s campaign money and lobbying...
California gas tax revenue will drop by $6 billion, threatening roads
As the state battles climate change and Californians drive fewer gas-powered cars, tax revenue will...
Can a new California legislative caucus make a dent in poverty?
At the state Capitol, legislators meet in specific groups on environmental issues, mental health and...
What you need to know on the California budget deal
In a big win for dyslexia advocates, the budget includes $1 million for the California...
