Across California, CA|News|
California Wants To Cap Business Tax Credits, Alarming Life Sciences And Tech Industries
Businesses and some lawmakers urge state leaders to reject the governor's budget proposal to permanently limit R&D tax credits.
CalMatters, News Partner
- Sacramento, CA
- Website
CalMatters is a nonpartisan, nonprofit (501(c)(3) news organization that provides insightful and thought-provoking journalism that explain the major issues facing all Californians in the areas of education, environment, health and human welfare, and economics.
Our team of veteran journalists is committed to meaningfully informing Californians about the players, politics, and interests that shape the issues that affect their lives.
Posting Activity
Across California, CA|News|
A California Housing Bill Would Raise Wages To $28. Why Do Some Unions Hate It?
This is just the latest spat between two rival construction unions over the future of California housing policy.
Across California, CA|News|
California Voting Ends Tuesday. The Results? Don’t Expect Them Anytime Soon
California has new rules meant to speed up ballot counting, but county officials say close races could still take week to resolve.
Across California, CA|News|
Poll Shows Becerra And Hilton Are Pulling Ahead Of The Pack In California's Governor Race
The PPIC poll found that 23% of likely voters have voted or plan to vote for Xavier Becerra, followed by Steve Hilton at 20%.
Across California, CA|News|
A Chemical Tank Nearly Exploded. Did California's Regulators Miss The Signs?
GKN Aerospace, which makes cockpit windows and shields for military aircraft, officials feared the tank could explode.
Across California, CA|News|
No Shame: A Last-Minute Election Guide For Undecided CA Voters
A Democratic Party poll shows Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra leading with 22 percent and 21 percent, respectively.
Across California, CA|News|
California Community Colleges Crack Down On Fake Students Stealing Financial Aid
After a spike in fraudulent applications, officials say they are getting better at detecting and preventing fraud, though it still happens.
Sacramento|News|
Panicked California Democrats Are Pushing A Risky Strategy: Wait 'Til The Last Minute To Vote
Recent polling suggests it’s unlikely that two Republicans would lock Democrats out of the November gubernatorial election.
Sacramento|News|
Cal State May Soon Offer Degrees That Take Just 3 Years To Finish. Work Experience Counts, Too
A need to attract more students and competition from online colleges are reasons why.
Across California, CA|News|
For The Lone Woman Left In The California Governor's Race, It's All About ‘Temperament'
Onetime progressive darling Katie Porter's campaign for governor stalled over viral videos that critics say showed temperament issues.
Across California, CA|News|
What's Holding Back California Students? A New Report Urges Stronger State Oversight
The state's shift to a funding system that gave school districts control has left big gaps in student performance and accountability.
Across California, CA|News|
California: State Farm violated law in handling of L.A. fire insurance claims
The Insurance Department found hundreds of violations by State Farm and calls for millions of dollars in penalties and possible suspension.
Across California, CA|News|
California Republicans Who Flipped Seats In 2024 Are Fighting To Keep Them
Vulnerable Republican incumbents are seeking to distance themselves from Trump as they try to hang on to 2024 gains in the Legislature.
Across California, CA|News|
Meet The Candidates For California Lieutenant Governor: ‘A Job About Nothing'
Five major candidates, including state Treasurer Fiona Ma and former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs, are competing for the the position.
Across California, CA|News|
A $7 Cheeseburger Reopened Debate Over Bail In California. Here's What The Supreme Court Found
A homeless man was arrested after using stolen credit cards to buy a meal and then spent six months in a Bay Area jail.
Across California, CA|News|
CA's Math Scores Are Abysmal. Is It Time To Screen Kindergartners For Basic Math Skills?
A new bill would require schools to screen all kindergartners, first- and second-graders for basic math skills.
Temecula, CA|News|
Emails Show How 2 Fringe Groups And A Friendly Judge Helped Pull Off Sheriff Chad Bianco's Ballot Seizure
Emails obtained by CalMatters trace the development of a years-long case that led to Bianco’s unprecedented seizure of 650,000 ballots.
Across California, CA|News|
Plans To Fix Gaps In Newsom's Mental Health Court Reopen Divisions Over Involuntary Care
Gov. Gavin Newsom's CARE Court struggles to serve Californians in acute mental health crises. Two bills are moving forward to change that.
Across California, CA|News|
Why Getting More California Students Into Top UCs Carries A Big Cost To Taxpayers
At its three most popular campuses, UC agreed to admit more California students and reduce the number of out-of-state students.
Across California, CA|News|
ICE Quietly Opens Another Detention Center In A Former California Prison
California now has eight ICE detention centers. Two opened since President Trump took office in 2025.
