The Supreme Court agreed to intervene after an unusual coalition – including liberal leaders like Gov. Gavin Newsom and state legislators in Republican-led states like Arizona – urged the justices to consider the case.
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Public Health Officials Warn Consumers that Diamond Shruumz Candies Can Cause Severe Illness or Injury
The California Department of Public Health says Diamond Shruumz brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies contain a proprietary mushroom blend and have been linked to seizures, loss of consciousness, abnormal heart rate, nausea and vomiting.
Coastal Zone Reforms Offer False Choices Between Homes and Protections
Mayor of Santa Cruz comments on the push to bolster housing production in California’s coastal communities.
Prisons, Housing, Health Care Trimmed to Balance CA Budget
Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders announce an agreement to bridge the state budget deficit by dipping into reserves and reducing some spending. The deal also calls for a bill in August to set aside more money and a 2026 constitutional amendment to grow the state’s rainy day fund.
Legislature Considers Banning Legacy Admissions at CA Colleges
At Stanford University and the University of Southern California, 14%t of students who were admitted in the fall of 2022 had legacy or donor connections, while 13% of 2022 admissions at Santa Clara University were children or grandchildren of alumni.
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.
California Sides with Big Utilities, Trimming Incentives for Community Solar Projects
Community solar projects can give renters and low-income homeowners a chance to go solar, but the PUC’s action is unlikely to give them the option.
State Aid for Tiny Homes for Homeless in San Jose Comes up $9.4M Short
One year after Gov. Newsom promised 1,200 tiny homes to shelter residents in four cities, including San Jose, only 150 have been purchased and none are in place.
More Cuts Ahead for CSU Campuses to Close $500M Budget Gap
Two major forces are at play: Gov. Gavin Newsom scaled back his promise of increased financial support for Cal State, while university officials agreed to 5% salary increases earlier this year.
Legislative Battle with AI Industry Shifts to CA Senate
The California Assembly last week voted 56-8 to approve a bill to force disclosures from artificial intelligence companies. The Senate now takes up the measure, which is opposed by the influential California Chamber of Commerce.
Newsom Hopes to Delay Minimum Wage Boost for Health Care Workers
A higher minimum wage for health care workers takes effect in two weeks, but Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to delay it because of the state budget deficit.
Can Tough-on-crime Ballot Measure Deliver on Promises to Reduce Homelessness?
Backers of a tough-on-crime California ballot measure put homelessness at the forefront of their campaign to roll back Prop. 47.
Chavez Threatens to Sue San Diego County, Citing Possible Discrimination
Lawyers for the Santa Clara County supervisor cite irregularities, including breaches of confidentiality and discrimination, in San Diego County’s search for a new top administrative officer.
It’s LICCARDO versus LOW in November, as Last Seven San Mateo County Votes Are Counted
One additional vote from San Mateo County today added to Evan Low's four-vote margin in Santa Clara County, giving him a five-vote lead over Joe Simitian, good for the second spot on the November ballot with frontrunner Sam Liccardo, the former San Jose mayor.
Politics Roils the 16th District Recount, Extending Count
The counting process exploded into a controversy involving political action committees, campaign surrogates, the Federal Election Commission, members of Congress and the counting of previously discarded ballots.
