State GovernmentMore than a dozen states sue TikTok, alleging it harms kids and is designed to addict themOctober 8, 2024Lawsuits filed by 14 attorneys general argue that TikTok knowingly exacerbates the youth mental health crisis and places profits over child safety.
State GovernmentCan someone find out who you voted for? No. Here is what you should knowOctober 7, 2024As Election Day approaches, many Americans are questioning the secrecy of their ballots. We explain what you should know about privacy and casting a ballot.
State GovernmentGovernor Newsom announces $130 million for California cities to clear more homeless campsOctober 7, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiThe city of Sacramento is getting the biggest cut of those funds and plans to put it towards interim housing for homeless residents north of Downtown.
State GovernmentCalifornia 2024 General Election voter FAQOctober 7, 2024Here is what you need to know to make sure you're registered and have your ballot counted before the 2024 General Election on Nov. 5.
State GovernmentWhat’s on the ballot? Here’s a look at California’s 2024 propositionsOctober 7, 2024California voters will decide the fate of 10 ballot measures this November. Here's an overview of what you need to know about each proposition, and what it will mean to vote "yes" or "no" on each.
State GovernmentWhat’s on the ballot? A look at who’s running to represent Sacramento in the state Assembly, U.S. House of RepresentativesOctober 7, 2024Sacramento County voters will elect three three members of U.S. Congress and three California Assembly members. Here's an overview of what you need to know about each of the candidates.
State GovernmentA Sacramento voter guide for the November 2024 electionOctober 7, 2024Here's what you need to know to register, learn about the candidates and cast your ballot in Sacramento County before the Nov. 5 General Election.
State GovernmentCalifornia collects millions in stolen wages, but can’t find many workers to pay themOctober 4, 2024The state Labor Commissioner sometimes struggles to get back pay to workers when it reaches wage theft settlements. It tries social media, TV and hotlines. But money owed to employees is still sitting in state accounts.
State GovernmentDriven by Republicans, most Americans are concerned about fraud in the 2024 electionOctober 4, 2024Nearly 90% of likely Donald Trump voters say they are concerned about voter fraud in the general election, a new NPR/PBS News/Maris poll finds, compared with 29% of those who support Kamala Harris.
State GovernmentNewsom signs bill to lower restitution fines for minorsOctober 3, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiThe fines often go unpaid, and the debt follows young people into adulthood.