State GovernmentCalifornia’s ‘weak’ job market propped up by public money as private sector sheds jobsJuly 10, 2024Private-sector jobs in California have declined since their post-pandemic peak, while public-sector employment has shown gains, the state’s Legislative Analyst’s Office says.
EnvironmentHundreds of deaths, thousands of injuries, billions of dollars: The cost of extreme heat in CaliforniaJuly 9, 2024Heat waves have killed hundreds of Californians and cost billions of dollars in the past decade, according to a new report from the state insurance department.
State GovernmentNewsom touts his support for President Joe Biden and sidesteps replacement talkJuly 5, 2024California Gov. Gavin Newsom has offered a forceful defense of embattled President Joe Biden. The governor told Democrats at an Independence Day picnic in Michigan Thursday that the president has the record and energy to win a second term.
State Government2024 California ballot measures: What you need to knowJuly 5, 2024Voters will decide 10 propositions on the California ballot in November. What you need to know about them and how they got on the ballot.
EducationBan on schools’ gender notification policies heads to Newsom. Will he sign it?July 3, 2024The bill would stop schools from notifying parents if a student starts using different pronouns or identifies as a gender other than what’s on school records.
State GovernmentHe used to run a nightclub. Now he’s pushing for new laws to fight drink spikingJuly 3, 2024Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal, who owns restaurants that serve drinks, has introduced several bills adding requirements for bar owners and drink servers to do more to prevent drink spiking.
State GovernmentCalifornia budgets up to $12 million for reparations bills, a milestone in atoning for racist legacyJuly 2, 2024California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a budget that includes up to $12 million for reparations legislation. The funding marks a milestone in the state's efforts to atone for a legacy of racism and discrimination against Black Californians.
State GovernmentDoxxing victims in California may gain right to sue to ‘bring some power back’July 1, 2024A state bill would allow doxxing victims to sue those responsible in civil court for as much as $30,000, plus attorneys’ fees and court costs. Supporters say it’s needed to stem online harassment against LGBTQ residents and others.
State GovernmentTop California Democrats announce ballot measure targeting retail theftJuly 1, 2024Top California Democrats have announced their backing for a ballot measure targeting retail theft. The plan is an effort to compete with a tough-on-crime initiative backed by law enforcement and retailers.
Housing and HomelessnessSupreme Court gives cities in California and beyond more power to crack down on homeless campsJune 28, 2024Cities no longer are prohibited from punishing homeless people for camping if they have nowhere else to go.
