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Why 2025 Will Be A Pivotal Year For Mayor Karen Bass — And Los Angeles
COMMENTARY: "As Bass moves to the second half of her term, her work is about to get a great deal more difficult..."
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New Homelessness Data: How Does CA Compare To The Rest Of The Country?
Homelessness grew just 3% in California last year, compared to 18% nationwide.
Across California, CA|News|
New Law Inspired By Ex-Lawmaker's DUI Adds To Alcohol Education In California Schools
California public schools will expand alcohol education in 2025 thanks to a new law.
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‘Notoriously slow:’ Lengthy Investigations Into California Politicians Leave Voters In The Dark
A CalMatters analysis shows that California’s campaign finance watchdog has sometimes taken years to resolve cases.
Across California, CA|News|
Trump Allies Warn California Leaders They Could Go To Prison Over Sanctuary City Laws
A conservative organization sent letters to California leaders warning of ‘serious consequences' over sanctuary policies.
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Why Mountain Meadows Should Be A Priority For California's New Climate Bond
Over 50% of Sierra meadows have been heavily degraded or lost over the past 150 years, a result of mining, water diversions, and more.
Sacramento|News|
California Limits Junk Fees: New Law Blocks Fines For Declined ATM Withdrawals
A new California law will prohibit state-chartered banks from charging fees for withdrawals that are instantaneously declined.
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California Bans Schools From Forcing Teachers To ‘Out' LGBTQ Students
New California law prevents schools from requiring staff to notify parents if a student identifies as LGBTQ.
Pleasanton, CA|News|
‘It's Living Hell': Nurses Say A California Addiction Recovery Program Ended Their Careers
CA nurses say a program managed by their licensing board has become a trap that drives them out of their career and into debt.
Across California, CA|News|
Biden Administration Approves California Electric Car Mandate
The EPA granted California's waiver, which the incoming Trump administration is likely to try to overturn in the courts.
Across California, CA|News|
California's Jail Population Will Rise Thanks To Prop. 36. So Will Inmate Deaths, Advocates Say
The state recorded historically high numbers of deaths in county jails for the past six years. Now, counties expect to house more prisoners.
Across California, CA|News|
‘No Way, Not Possible': California Has A Plan For New Water Rules. Will It Save Salmon From Extinction?
Growers and cities support the Newsom administration proposal, saying it strikes a balance for uses of Delta water.
Across California, CA|News|
California Got Millions To Train Workers In Disaster Relief, But It's Leaving Money On Table
When disaster strikes, California gets federal funding to hire temporary workers to clean debris. The rules: use it or lose it.
Across California, CA|News|
CA Judges Say They're Underpaid, And Their New Lawsuit Could Cost Taxpayers Millions
California judges receive raises based on what the state gives to other public employees.
Across California, CA|News|
Californians Are Sour About The Economy
“Over the next 12 months, 56 percent of adult residents expect bad times financially in California.”
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Polluted Communities Hold Their Breath As Companies Struggle With California's Diesel Truck Ban
California has an aggressive mandate for zero-emission trucks, which are powered by electricity or hydrogen. But trucking companies face ...
Across California, CA|News|
California Banned Bilingual Education For Almost 20 Years. It Still Hasn't Recovered
The nation's most linguistically diverse state has a tortured history with bilingual education in public schools.
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ICE Is Looking For A New Detention Center In Blue California. The State Probably Can't Stop It
A possible migrant detention facility within two hours of San Francisco has some lawmakers concerned.
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High Schools Moved On From College For All. Will Trump Come Through For Job Training?
Career and technical education has strong bipartisan support.
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California Politicians Suddenly Discover Inflation In Aftermath Of Election
The cost of living is the major factor in California’s having the nation’s highest rate of functional poverty.
