Gavin Newsom's Intriguing Proposal To Close A CA Income Tax Loophole

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to close a loophole that allows wealthy Californians to escape state income taxes, including his close allies.

CA Lyme Disease: Ticks Entering Most Active Time Of Year

The likelihood of exposure to western black-legged ticks carrying bacteria that cause Lyme disease begins rising in March for Californians.

13 CA Homes With Price Reductions

Higher interest rates put a dent in what homebuyers can afford. That has forced some sellers to reduce their asking prices.

Riverside, San Diego And Los Angeles Top List For High Inflation Metros Nationwide

The inflation rate last year was the highest it's ever been since the 1980's.

$25 Minimum Wage For Healthcare Workers Proposed By California Democrats

The legislation by Sen. Durazo aims to establish a statewide $25 minimum wage for healthcare workers and support services.

EPA Proposal On Methane Emissions Regulation Backed By 21 States

The EPA supplemental proposal would regulate methane emissions in the oil and gas exploration industry.

New Listeria Outbreak In California Being Investigated By CDC

One person in California was reported to be infected, the CDC said Wednesday.

Mylar Balloons Will Be Illegal In CA Under New Law: What To Know

The balloons, which can cause power outages and start fires, are a bane to California utility companies.

Billions Are Needed To Repair, Renovate, And Maintain Cal State's Buildings

Billions of dollars are needed to fully repair, maintain, and renovate academic buildings and facilities across the 23 campuses.

David And Goliath: Attorney General Warns Huntington Beach On Housing Ordinance

Huntington Beach is the fourth largest city in the County of Orange.

Longtime Californa Senator Dianne Feinstein Won't Seek Re-Election

Feinstein, 89, announced the news on Twitter on Tuesday afternoon.

New Streamlined Application Process Grants $800 Million For Housing In 58 Communities

The largest awardee was Tenderloin Neighborhood Development at $36,363,022 for their 2550 Irving project in San Francisco.

Eight Arrested For Million Dollar Theft Of Apple Products - Attorney General Rob Bonta Announced

The suspects allegedly hit stores in Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Arizona, Alabama and Georgia as well.

Nearly 216,000 Apprehended, Gotaways Reported Of Illegal Entries At Southern Border In January

"At least 156,274 people illegally entered the U.S. in January," according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data published on Friday.

Bill Introduced To Fast Track Housing When California Cities Fall Short Of Goals

“It only makes sense to do more of what works,” Sen. Wiener said as he spoke about the bill.

San Francisco Deputies Make $530k+ As Staffing Shortages Trigger Overtime

Extreme staffing shortages, minimum-staffing union contract stipulations, led to 38% increase in overtime costs in 2022 from previous year.

West Contra Costa Unified, Teachers Union Tentative Agreement Avoids Potential Strike, Layoffs

Weeks ahead of a strike, West Contra Costa Unified and its teachers union, the United Teachers of Richmond, struck a tentative agreement.

After A Year Leading Los Angeles Unified, Carvalho Faces Challenges To Improve Learning

When Alberto Carvalho became superintendent of Los Angeles Unified last Feb. 14, he promised to close widening academic achievement gaps.

Soon-To-Expire Federal Funds Offer Rare Opportunity To Invest In Innovative Science Programs

It makes sense that school districts across the country are careful about spending money; dollars are hard to find.

More Than 12,000 Californians Are Now Getting Cash From Guaranteed Income Experiments

State and local governments, and some private funders, are launching dozens of pilot projects to help some residents meet basic needs.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein Will Not Run For Re-election In 2024

Feinstein, whose barrier-breaking career began more than 50 years ago, has held a Senate seat since 1992.

Hmong Is A ‘Dying' Language – But It's Being Preserved At This Fresno School

It's presentation day in a fifth grade classroom at Vang Pao Elementary School in Fresno, and some students are more shy than others.

We Need Stronger Accountability To Fulfill The Equity Promise Of California's School Funding System

Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom released a proposal to strengthen accountability for the Local Control Funding Formula, or LCFF.

Valentine's Day Restaurant & Takeout Deals 2023: California

With V-Day offers for romantic dinners, heart-shaped pizzas, to-go specials & more ... what's not to love?

How Big Will California's 2023 'Super Bloom' Be? What To Know

California residents are eagerly watching the hillsides for the return of the phenomena, which last occurred in 2019.

CA's Most Instagrammable Spots: Yosemite, The Beach And Even A Prison

With tens of millions of hashtag uses, California's most Instagrammable tourist destinations include attractions and national parks.

Super Bowl LVII: Dining Deals & To-Go Restaurant Specials 2023

As the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles Feb. 12, everybody wins with these takeout steals & watch parties.

Bald Eagles | Shimmering Lake | February Blooms: CA In Photos

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

California Announces Legislation To Address Recent Gun Violence, Supreme Court Ruling

The catalysts for change came after California experienced multiple mass shootings last week.

Next Steps Unclear On California Governor's Push To Penalize Oil Companies' Record Profits

Last Dec., Calif. Gov. Newsom convened a special legislative session, demanding a price-gouging penalty on major oil companies.

San Francisco's Housing Plan Gets Certification To Build Over 82,000 New Homes

(The Center Square) - More than half the planned units are designated as affordable to low- and moderate-income units.

Initiative To Increase The Vote Threshold For New Or Increased Taxes In California Qualifies For The 2024 Ballot

On Feb. 2, the secretary of state reported that after a full check of signatures, the campaign had submitted 1,075,585 valid signatures.

California Health Care Workforce And Infrastructure To Receive Over $400 Million In Grants

“California is committed to ensuring people have the services they need and supporting the next generation of health care workers,” he said.

Guaranteed Income Program Finds Private Funding Not Enough For Sustainable Future

Oakland Resilient Families received a $1 million gift from the San Francisco Foundation that will extend a pilot program for 6 more months.

Gavin Newsom Calls For Federal Investigation Into High Natural Gas Prices As State Provides Heating Bill Relief

The CPUC voted to streamline the California Climate Credit to help California families with their heating and electric bills.

California Gets $15 Million In Medi-Cal Fraud Settlement From Contraceptive Company

The three-year investigation by the DOJ of The Pill Company, a Silicon Valley online contraceptives provider, found that Medi-Cal and Me ...

Constitutional Amendment Giving Prisoners Right To Vote May Also Give Them Right To Hold Office

But this is not the first legislation that seeks to give voting rights to those with a prison history.

Bonta Announces Settlement With Another Health Care Company Alleged To Have Defrauded Medi-Cal

A statement released by the DOJ said “California Department of Justice (DOJ) investigators found that between January 2017 and December ...

Budget Plan, Possible Cuts Required For West Contra Costa Unified To Settle Contract Talks With Teachers Union

Contract negotiations are coming to a head between West Contra Costa Unified and its teachers union, the United Teachers of Richmond.

CSU Asks: What Do You Want In The Next Systemwide Chancellor?

The next chancellor of the CSU system should be a leader who can boldly address the needs of a diverse student body.