State GovernmentDeal pulls California plastic trash measure from ballotJune 30, 2022A bill negotiated by environmentalists, the plastics industry and lawmakers is keeping a California recycling measure off the ballot.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s change to concealed carry permits would reduce wide variations among countiesJune 30, 2022Responding to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last week, California legislators push a bill to fix rules on concealed carry permits.
State GovernmentLet’s make a deal: What to know about the California budgetJune 29, 2022Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders agree to a record California budget that includes another round of tax rebates. Here are other highlights of the agreement, including spending for abortion access, public schools and small businesses.
State GovernmentCalifornia tax relief: What’s in the dealJune 26, 2022After weeks of talks, Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders announce a tax relief plan that includes refunds of as much as $1,050. It is part of a $300 billion budget deal announced Sunday night.
State GovernmentHundreds gather in Sacramento to protest Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. WadeJune 24, 2022 | Kristin LamDemonstrators in downtown Sacramento expressed gratitude to live in California where abortion rights are protected and shared concerns for others.
State GovernmentGovernor Newsom signs bill to shield patients threatened by abortion bans in other statesJune 24, 2022 | Chris NicholsThe governor also said California will spend tens of millions of dollars to ensure healthcare clinics can support people seeking abortion from out of state.
Health CareHere's where abortions will likely be banned or strictly limited post RoeJune 24, 2022With the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, abortion bans in many states will kick in. Here are the states with laws with abortion bans and restrictions in place.
State GovernmentHow California created the nation’s easiest abortion access — and why it’s poised to go furtherJune 24, 2022California once criminalized abortion. Now it's the US leader on abortion rights, and may become a 'sanctuary' for out-of-state seekers.
State GovernmentThe Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. Here's what it means for California.June 24, 2022 | Nicole NixonWhile the ruling does not change abortion access in California, state Democratic leaders have been preparing for this moment and the influx of patients expected from other states to receive reproductive care.
EnvironmentHow idle oil wells leaked explosive levels of methane in BakersfieldJune 21, 2022 | Manola SecairaThere are about 35,000 idle oil wells in California. State leaders and activists are in the midst of deciding their future.
