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California Lawmakers Propose Fixes For 'Insurance Industry In Shambles'
From pushing for oversight of the FAIR Plan to providing tax breaks for premiums, California lawmakers try to fix insurance market problems.
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They Tried To Pay Their Overdue Rent. Their Landlord Wouldn't Accept It
It's legal in California to evict tenants for nonpayment even when they can pay all their overdue rent.
Mountain View, CA|News|
How The State Of California Wasted $1.5 Billion On Failed Tech
From FI$Cal to the state Judicial Council to the State Bar, taxpayer dollars have been wasted on failed technology —with no accountability.
Fremont, CA|News|
Fremont Changes Course On ‘Aiding And Abetting' Homeless Encampments
“We’ve listened to and empathized with a multitude of community members.”
Across California, CA|News|
CA's Fast Food Council After One Year: A Few Meetings, 3 Staff Members Hired
The state's fast food council has scarcely discussed any regulations, other than another pay hike above the $20-per-hour minimum wage.
Baldwin Park, CA|News|
Have Federal Agents Served Warrants At California's Capitol?
California's legislative leaders are refusing to disclose whether federal agents are investigating state lawmakers for corruption.
Across California, CA|News|
CA Towing Companies Can Sell Your Car — And The DMV Gets To Keep The Profit Without Telling You
Since 2016, the DMV has collected more than $8 million from nearly 5,300 car sales, according to a CalMatters analysis.
Across California, CA|News|
Who Should Pay Billions For Climate Disasters? California And Others Target Big Oil — Will That Work?
California and other states and counties are using a legal strategy that took down Big Tobacco.
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California Lacks The Capacity To Store Water That Atmospheric Rivers Dump
"During the winter, reservoir operators are required to maintain enough space ... to capture high inflows and reduce the risk (of floods)."
Across California, CA|News|
‘A Volunteer Jail:' Inside The Scandals And Abuse Pushing California's Homeless Out Of Shelters
Shelters have become California's go-to solution for homelessness. An investigation finds the vast majority of residents stay homeless.
Gilroy, CA|News|
‘Afraid To Go To School': Immigrant Families In The Salinas Valley Are Gripped By Fear
Threats of deportation have caused anxiety among immigrants, but schools in the Salinas Valley are helping comfort children.
Across California, CA|News|
CA's Controversial New Fuel Rules Rejected By State Legal Office
The new standard is highly controversial because it would raise gas prices.
Across California, CA|News|
No New ADUs Here: When California Law And Homeowner Association Rules Collide
He says state law gives him the right to turn his garage into an apartment. His HOA says it doesn't. Who's right?
Across California, CA|News|
A Former Firefighter In The Legislature Has Ideas: Will Others Listen?
Sen. Kelly Seyarto is the only former career firefighter currently serving in the Legislature.
Across California, CA|News|
Did CA's $20 Fast Food Minimum Wage Help Or Hurt: Conflicting Studies
Average hourly pay definitely soared, but were hours cut, automation increased, and did prices for consumers spike?
Across California, CA|News|
Crackdown On Power-Guzzling Data Centers May Soon Come Online In California
A spate of new bills in California and other states would protect consumers from electricity rate hikes that subsidize data centers.
Across California, CA|News|
Homeowners To Fund Half Of $1B Wildfire Insurance Claims ‘Bailout'
Consumer Watchdog is considering suing over the fact that consumers are now on the hook for the additional funding.
Across California, CA|News|
Gutted Courses, Fewer Majors, Faculty Layoffs: Cal State's 8% Budget Cut
The Cal State system is bracing for a cut of $375 million — a result of rising costs and declining enrollment.
Fremont, CA|News|
Fremont City Council Approves Homeless Camp Ban
"Families should be able to take their children to the parks, to the libraries, without fear."
Sacramento|News|
CA Needs More Year-Round Firefighters, State Senators Claim
State firefighters should work full-time, not seasonally, as wildfires are now a year-round problem, according to a Senate leader.
