Will California's Largest Pensions, CalPERS And CalSTRS, Divest From Fossil Fuels?

Climate activists and some lawmakers want the pension funds to shed $15 billion of fossil fuel holdings. Opponents say it will hurt retirees

Still Waiting On A CA Budget Deal

A deal on the budget was expected over the weekend, but one never materialized. Here's where things stand.

CA Overtime Law Threatens Use Of Grazing Goats To Prevent Wildfires

Planned changes could raise the monthly salary of goat herders from about $3,730 to $14,000, according to the California Farm Bureau.

CA Democrats Sideline Gavin Newsom's Plan To Build Big Things, Faster

Gov. Newsom rolled out a plan to speed construction of major public infrastructure and demanded quick votes from lawmakers.

Winners And Losers In Newsom's CA Budget Deficit Plan

A revised spending plan unveiled this week anticipates a much larger deficit and calls for $306 billion in spending.

Newsom Slaps Down Senate Democrats' Tax Hike

It didn't take long — all of 2 hours — for Gov. Gavin Newsom to reject the latest tax hike from Democratic lawmakers.

CA Among 18 States Seeking Recall Of Hyundai, Kia Vehicles Amid Thefts

The thefts have occurred at high rates since around 2021, according to authorities. Videos on social media show how to hotwire the vehicles.

3 Bills: CA Legislature Tackles Food Chemicals, Facial Recognition, Transgender Kids

One of the most widely reported bill would outlaw five chemicals in food products, the so-call Skittles bill.

California Cities To State: Pay Up On Homeless Crisis

California cities want more money to tackle homelessness.

CA Bill Targets Corporate Polluters

If passed, consumers would have a clear picture of which companies are sustainably run and which are polluters.

Sacramento, California ranks #44 in TIA’s latest report

The report is based on the cities’ 2021 annual comprehensive financial reports, which are not analyzed on this scale by other organizations.

This Reservoir On The Sacramento River Has Been Planned For Decades. What's Taking So Long?

The Sites Reservoir — a $4.4 billion project to add dams and store more water that'll be sent south — is still years away.

Despite Recent Parade Of Storms, California Unveils Drought Resiliency Task Force

State water leaders are making moves to prepare for the inevitable dry season soon to come despite the recent storms.

Push To Repeal California Anti-Oil Law

"There is absolutely no reason California should be held hostage and export our wealth to OPEC+ countries."

Newsom, DeSantis Both Claim 'Freedom' As Mandate Ahead Of 2024 Election

"We affirmed clearly with conviction that we are a true freedom state," Newsom, a Democrat in California, declared on Tuesday.

Centene Showers CA Politicians, Causes With Millions As It Courts Contracts And Settles Overbilling Allegations

The company has billions of dollars at stake in California.

Posthumous Pardon Announced For CA Abortion Activist

Laura Miner was convicted and sentenced to four years in prison in 1949 for the felony crimes of abortion and conspiracy to commit abortion.

'Do Better': Newsom Pauses $1B In Homelessness Spending

"At this pace, it would take decades to significantly curb homelessness in California — this approach is simply unacceptable," Newsom said.

California Hispanic Chambers Commend Governor for Signing AB 2019

State is currently home to 3.9 million small businesses, which make up 99.8% of all businesses, of which 1.6 million are minority-owned.

Gov. Gavin Newsom Declares Sept. 11 As 'Patriot Day' In CA

Gov. Gavin Newsom declared Sunday as Patriot Day in California, to remember the 9/11 attacks that occurred 21 years ago.

California Approves Microplastics Testing Of Drinking Water Sources

The state is the first in the world to require monitoring for tiny pieces of plastic, which contaminate people and wildlife globally.

California Hispanic Chambers Encourages Governor to Sign AB 2019

California small business is a significant employer and the engine that drives the state's economy.

Democrats In California Legislature Cap 'Watershed Year' On Climate

"This was a watershed year on climate action," said Mary Creasman, chief executive officer for California Environmental Voters.

State Lawmakers Unanimously Pass New 'Cyber Flashing' Law

The bill targets what's known as "cyber flashing," where victims receive such unwelcome surprises often from strangers.

Activists To Rally For Monkeypox Action At Capitol On Monday

Activists are calling on local health authorities for more testing, treatment and vaccines amid the monkeypox outbreak during the rally.

Legislators Shouldn't Shut Down Ways To Help Californians Get Legal Help: Opinion

Innovations that have emerged from reforms in Utah and Arizona offer new, affordable ways to access legal help.

Fast-Food Workers Rally At Capitol For Workplace Protections

Fast-food workers from across the state urged Gov. Gavin Newsom to initiate more workplace protections in rally and art installation Sunday.

California Supreme Court Chief Justice Won't Seek A Second Term

Cantil-Sakauye was sworn into office in January 2011 after she was nominated by former Republican governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

California Allows Cryptocurrency Donations To Political Campaigns

The new rules say candidates can accept cryptocurrency donations if they immediately convert the digital currency into U.S. dollars.

State Lawmakers Struggle To Offset Gas Price Increase

"It's terrible. You try to not drive as much, you try to walk when you can because gas prices are crazy," said resident Wendy Miles.

California Governor, Lawmakers Near Deal On Gas Tax Rebate

Newsom and legislative leaders were still negotiating the state budget on Friday, with talks scheduled to extend into the weekend.

State Lawmakers Propose Buying Out Farmers' Water Rights To Spare Delta

Current readings show about 98% of the state has severe drought conditions as California heads into summer months.

California Child Abuse Database Lacks Half Of County Reports, Audit Finds

The unreliability of the database "puts children at risk," auditors said.

State Lawmakers Push Bill That Would Block Texas-Style Abortion Laws

Texas bans abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, which is usually after the first six weeks of pregnancy.

CA Unveils Ambitious New Climate Change Blueprint

Under the new scoping plan, California would almost eliminate oil and shift to renewable sources.

Meet Nathan Hochman, Candidate For CA Attorney General: Election 2022

Applicant Nathan Hochman is asking you to hire him for the role of Attorney General, which pays $189,841 per year. Here's his resume.

COVID Eviction Protection Extended To Clear Up Backlog

Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis signed an eviction protection measure, becoming the first woman in California history to sign a bill into law.

Revised Sacramento County Housing Element Approved

See the latest announcement from the Sacramento County Government.

Gov. Newsom Appoints Joe Tyler As CAL FIRE Director

He will be the 22nd director in the department’s 137-year history.

Gifts From The Heart Brings Joy To Thousands In Sacramento County

In 2021, the program provided gifts to more than 2,500 youth, adults and seniors at an estimated cash value of $152,040.