Recent California laws were supposed to supercharge the construction of desperately needed housing. Critics say they haven’t even come close.
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Border Patrol Raids in Kern County Portend Uncertain Future for CA Farmworkers and Businesses
A new normal could mean economic devastation for California farms, says one local economist.
How Did California Manage to Pay for Everything in 2024?
The California state budget has been a rollercoaster over the past few years. Big deficits generally mean cutting plans and programs.
Sutter Health Announces New ‘Flagship’ Healthcare Campuses in Santa Clara
Sutter Health said it will develop 1 million square feet across two Santa Clara campuses less than a mile apart ‘to bring connected, comprehensive care closer to home.’
Loss of Undocumented Workers Sends Shockwaves through Tech Suppliers
Florida-based manufacturer Jabil is suing Human Bees, a San Leandro staffing agency, that sent unauthorized workers to its manufacturing sites, as businesses brace for an immigrant enforcement storm from the Trump administration.
Landlords Are Using AI To Raise Rents, San Jose and Others Are Pushing Back
San Jose is considering a ban on the use of algorithmic rent-pricing software of the sort made by market leader RealPage. San Francisco has enacted a ban and a similar ordinance has been proposed in San Diego.
Trump Administration Plans Could Make California’s Housing Crisis Worse
President-elect Donald Trump’s housing policy for his second term is vague at best. But based on available information, many California housing experts are not optimistic about what it could mean for the state’s crisis.
Bill Written by Cortese to Warn Communities of Maternity Unit Closures Becomes Law
More than 50 California hospitals stopped delivering babies in the past decade, limiting maternity care options in both rural and urban communities.
Newsom Gets Legislative Support for Plan to Control Gas Prices Opposed by Refiners
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants new gas reserves to dampen seasonal price spikes. California oil refiners say the move would require new storage tanks and force more price increases.
Kamala Harris Housing Plan Echoes Newsom’s Policies that Failed
Kamala Harris pledges to build 3 million affordable homes and apartments in her first term as president, but Gov. Newsom has fallen short on a similar campaign promise in California.
CA School Boards’ Lawsuit Says Newsom Reneged on Funding Guarantee
Gov. Gavin Newsom lowered the guaranteed amount of funding for K-12 schools in this year’s budget. The California School Boards Association says the change is unconstitutional.
Why the California Housing Market Is So Expensive in 2024
While it’s always been more expensive to be a homeowner in California, the gap between the rest of the country has widened into a chasm.
CSU Opposes Bills to Expand Ability of Community Colleges to Offer Nursing BA Degrees
Lawmakers approved two bills to allow some community colleges to provide bachelor’s degrees in nursing, but California State University already offers these degrees.
CA Companies Wrote Landmark Gig Worker Law, but No One Is Enforcing It
Prop. 22 promised improved pay and benefits for California gig workers. But when companies fail to deliver, the state isn’t doing much to help push back.
Newsom Considers Special Legislative Session on Gas Prices
Senate Democratic leader Mike McGuire objects to the governor's plan, saying the Senate will not support convening a special session this fall.
CA Offers Incentives to Build Housing for Teachers
Some California agencies are offering incentives and hosting workshops for school districts that want to build affordable housing for teachers.
