The California legislation would have required tech companies to test AI for harm to society. It attracted opposition from numerous members of Congress and major AI companies including Google, Meta, and OpenAI.
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The Rise of Tribal Casinos in California
Published in cooperation between BetMGM Money Casino and San Jose Inside
In recent years, tribal casinos have become a significant force in California's gaming industry. These establishments, operated by Native American tribes, have not only transformed the economic landscape but also brought cultural and social benefits to their communities. History of Tribal Casinos in California
Tribal casinos in California have a rich history dating back to the 1980s.
Silicon Valley Puts Its Tech Expertise to Work Fighting Fires With Fire
Anukool Lakhina of San Jose, CEO of Burnbot, is one of dozens of high-tech entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley who are trying to use new forms of technology to solve the problem of mega-wildfires in the age of climate change.
CA Bill to Rein in AI Likely Headed to Newsom’s Desk
Google, Meta, ChatGPT and other Silicon Valley firms have been lobbying heavily against the bill, warning it will hurt new tech growth.
49ers Announce $200M in Upgrades to Levi’s Stadium
The stadium enhancements, including a new, bigger video screen, are in preparation for the hosting of FIFA World Cup matches and the Super Bowl in 2026.
Supporters Yank $20B Bay Area Affordable Housing Measure, Largest-ever in CA
One day before the deadline, the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority pulled a $20 billion affordable housing bond off Bay Area ballots amid fears that it wouldn’t pass.
Silicon Valley Wants to Kill AI Reform Bill Headed for Committee Vote This Week
The sprawling bill that offers protection to whistleblowers and citizens was approved 32-1 by the state Senate in May faces a vote in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Thursday and must win final approval by Aug. 31 to reach Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk this year.
Newsom Orders CA Agencies To Move Homeless People Out of Camps — But to Where?
A month after the U.S. Supreme Court OK'ed a crackdown on homeless camps, Gov. Gavin Newsom is issuing a statewide call to action.
Goal of One Million EV Charging Stations in California Called Unrealistic
Public chargers must be built at an unprecedented pace to meet the target in less than seven years, and then doubled to two million in 2035. The high cost of $120,000 or more for one fast charger is just one obstacle.
Extreme Heat Tied to More CA Deaths, More Loss Than Wildfires
Gov. Gavin Newsom last week signed a budget that slashed $107.8 million in funding for programs and projects that address extreme heat, and shifted $55.7 million across different programs.
Week-long Triple Digit Heat Wave Hits Region
A Red Flag Warning about potential wildfires also is in effect through at least Wednesday, because of soaring temperatures, gusty winds and low humidity.
Bay Area Will Decide California’s Biggest Housing Bond Ever
A newly created regional housing finance authority for the entire San Francisco Bay Area will send a bond of up to $20 billion to the ballot. But the fate of its statewide counterpart looks bleak.
CA Real Estate Group Won’t Fight Affordable Housing Measure, for a Price
The California Association of Realtors agrees not to oppose a constitutional amendment to reduce the voter approval threshold for housing bonds. In exchange, the measure will not apply to single-family homes. Some housing advocates are angry about the carve-out.
Newsom, Rivas and Other Top Democrats Deciding CA Budget Behind Closed Doors
The Legislature passes a placeholder state budget, but must still negotiate with Gov. Newsom on the final deal. How the state spends taxpayer money is largely being decided out of public view.
Newsom Plans Cut Grants to Repair Hazardous Dams
Aiming to store more water and protect the public, legislators are negotiating with the governor to restore $50 million to help repair 42 aging dams throughout the state, including six in Santa Clara County.
Ted Cruz Wants Biden’s DOT to Explain Soaring Costs of CA High Speed Rail Project
GOP leaders on Wednesday asked the U.S. Department of Transportation to disclose documents detailing a decision by the Biden administration to award billions of dollars to the California high-speed rail project.
