California Voters To Consider New Tax Hike On Wealthy To Subsidize Electric Vehicles

Voters will be asked to approve up to $4.5 billion in new taxes on wealthy residents to fund subsidies for zero-emission vehicle purchases.

College Or Career? California Invests $500 Million In Program That Tackles Both

A question that has long vexed American secondary education is whether to prepare students for college or a career.

CA Cuts Cannabis Taxes To Heal Ailing Industry

Newsom and the Legislature cut a California cannabis tax, but not everyone is convinced it’s enough to stabilize the legal market.

Carrots But No Stick: Participation In California Drug Courts Has Plummeted

Proposition 47 removed the threat of jail time for simple drug possession. Now participation in drug courts is way down.

Heatwave Coming For Most Of SoCal

A high pressure system is expected to usher in scorching temperatures for the Southland, with cooler temperatures in coastal areas.

New California Laws Prohibit Firearm Marketing To Minors, Target Ghost Guns

Members of the gun industry who violate the law will face a civil penalty of up to $25,000 for each violation.

Political Fallout Follows California's Concealed Carry Data Leak

“It's a breach of trust,” Sylvester, an almond and grape farmer who taught firearm safety classes for several years, said.

Berkeley High Foils Attack, But Schools Still Need Help To Keep Students Safe

The Supreme Court's ruling making it easier to carry concealed weapons will put even more pressure on communities to keep schools safe.

President Newsom? Poll Puts CA Governor Ahead Of Harris In 2024

The Democratic governor's latest television ad is airing in Florida, sparking speculation that he could be eyeing the national stage.

California Ranks No. 1 For Data Breaches Costing Billions Of Dollars

California ranks No. 1 in the number of corporate data breach victims according to a new analysis of the five-year period ending in 2021.

Will A New Oversight Position Help California's High Speed Rail Plans Get On Track?

The state agreed to create an inspector general job for high-speed rail as part of a compromise that they hope will get the project moving.

CA's Leaders Must Change Water Agreements To Reflect Climate Realities

State and federal water managers have drawn down California reservoirs rapidly over the past three years, leaving water in short supply.

California Adds Arizona, Other States, To No-Travel List

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the state is restricting state-funded travel to Arizona, Indiana, Louisiana and Uta ...

San Francisco Residents Making $179,500 Qualify For Affordable Housing At $3,400 A Month

"That would be considered affordable housing," according to the city's housing website.

DeSantis Administration Fires Back After Newsom Ad Inviting Floridians To Move To California

“It's Independence Day – so let's talk about what's going on in America,” Newsom said on Twitter. “Freedom is under attack in your state."

Colleges Should Stop Offering Options That Hinder Students' Progress

As a Pasadena City College math professor, I spent 15 years teaching remedial math. I am deeply committed to the community college mission.

Evidence-Based Reading System Outweighs State's ‘Balanced Literacy' Approach

By withholding a true science-based approach to reading in favor of the failed “balanced literacy” program.

California Cuts Cannabis Taxes To Heal Ailing Industry

Gov. Newsom and the Legislature cut a California cannabis tax, but not everyone is convinced it’s enough to stabilize the legal market.

Update: Evacuation Underway For Dozens Sheltering From Electra Fire Inside PG&E Powerhouse

The Amador County Sheriff's Office says the Electra Fire started near Vox Beach.

100 Million People In America Are Saddled With Health Care Debt

See how California counties compare to those across the U.S., especially in the South.

It's Not Easy Trying To Finish College In 2022: Try Doing It With Autism

My name is Ramon Castaños. I am 24. I am Mexican-American. And I am a third-year journalism student at California State University-Fresno.

These California Pizzerias Are 2022's Best, Italian Pizza Experts Say

"Melt in your mouth" pizza as chosen by Italian judges.

Graduation Hot Take: As Temperatures Rise, Reconsider Outdoor Events

The class of 2022 deserves the highest acknowledgement — we are pandemic graduates.

Local Organizations Bring STEM Programs To Los Angeles Unified

Students across Los Angeles Unified are participating in programming from a group of museums, aquariums, and STEM organizations.

Controversial CARE Court Bill Gaining Momentum In California State Legislature

Governor Newsom is happy to see support for the proposed CARE Court in the state legislature, but it's still got detractors.

California 'Equitable Math' Program Postponed As New National Civics Curriculum Launched

At the same time, a new framework for civics was launched nationally. Advocates are praising the education reform initiatives.

California Department Of Justice Alerts Gun Owners After Decade Of Personal Data Is Leaked

They confirmed it exposed personal information of individuals who were granted or denied a concealed carry weapons permit from 2011-2021.

California Shifts Recycling Costs From Taxpayers To Businesses

California enacted a law that it hopes will cut down on plastic waste. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 54 into law this week.

California Governor Takes Actions To Help Wildfire Recovery Efforts

Newsom declared state of emergency in Santa Barbara County as a result of the Alisal Fire, and Monterey County due to Colorado Fire impacts.

Newsom Repeals Loitering Law Targeting Sex Workers

The governor signed Senate Bill 357 into law. The bill decriminalizes "loitering with the intent to engage in prostitution.

Electricity Use Would Surge Under California's New Climate Plan

California's sweeping climate plan would increase electricity consumption by as much as 68% by 2045.

How To Get Rid Of Medical Debt — Or Avoid It In The First Place

Some 100 million people — including 41% of U.S. adults — have health care debt.

State And Federal Restrictions Make It Harder For Low-Income Families To Get Infant Formula

For families receiving government assistance, the types of infant formula they are allowed to purchase is limited.

Thousands Of Californians In Limbo As Eviction Protections End

The last eviction protections tenants affected by COVID-19 ended Thursday, but many haven’t heard back about their rent relief applications.

Lightning Over SoCal | Summer Solstice | Hillside Glow: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.

New CA Law To End Loitering Arrests For Sex Workers

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law that will restrict police in California from arresting those who loiter with the intention of prostitutio

9 California Homes For Sale With ADUs

Whether you are looking for a spot to make aging parents comfortable or a home with an extra source of income, take a look at these choices.

Californians, Hundreds Across the U.S. Sickened From Lentil Meals

The meal service Daily Harvest has been sued after people say they had their gallbladders removed after consuming the company's food.

CA Sets Toughest Plastics Laws In U.S.

Legislation signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom aims to significantly reduce single-use plastic packaging in California.

CA Could Enshrine Abortion: Readers Weigh In

In November, voters will decide whether California will become the first state in the nation to make abortion a constitutional right.