A CalMatters analysis shows that California’s campaign finance watchdog has sometimes taken years to resolve cases, sometimes after politicians have won election or left office.
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How Meta Brings in Millions in Profits Off Political Violence
Ads connected to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and Israel’s war in Gaza brought Facebook millions.
Did Ash Kalra Water Down New ‘Lemon Law’ after Secret Meetings with Lobbyists?
A bill awaiting the governor’s signature that makes it harder for consumers to get refunds for defective cars under the state’s lemon law was drafted in secret by auto manufacturers and attorneys.
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.
Lawmakers Skeptical that Pharma Managers Will Look Out for Consumers
Pharmacy benefit managers attempt to negotiate cost savings for insurers. California is considering new rules that would require them to pass their discounts on to consumers.
How California’s Landmark Crypto Regulations Will Affect the iGaming Industry
On October 13, 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the Digital Financial Assets Law (DFAL), marking a significant step in regulating the digital asset market.
California Rents Will Likely Increase Because of Soaring Insurance Rates
The state’s landlords see rising insurance costs, so they say they’re going to have to raise rents. But they complain about laws that limit how much they can do so.
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.
President Kamala Harris? What Her California Years Reveal
Is Vice President Kamala Harris on track to be the first Democratic president from California?
Democratic Party Is Paying the Price Today for the Wrongs of the Past
Entropy in democracy is a beautiful thing! It is what every American would like to see. Unfortunately, that has not been the case with the Democratic party.
Amid Allegations of Illegal Private Meetings, New Mexico County Names Chavez a Finalist
Commissioners in New Mexico's biggest county, Bernalillo County, have named Cindy Chavez a finalist for their new county manager, with a decision expected this month.
FTC Civil Suit Accuses Adobe, Two Execs of Illegal Actions on Subscriptions
The FTC says that for years, Adobe used fine print and inconspicuous hyperlinks to hide a hefty early termination fee to retain subscribers and boost profits.
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.
CA Legislators Want to Roll Back Limits on Local Campaign Gifts
California passed a law in 2022 to limit ‘pay to play’ in local politics. Now, after two years, legislators want to gut it.
Organized Labor Rallies Around Cindy Chavez as Next San Diego County CAO
Labor union members rallied outside the San Diego County administration building on Tuesday, pushing for Chavez' appointment to the county’s top staff position.
Sam Liccardo: It’s The Counting
Op-Ed: We must respect whatever findings that elections officials reach in the recount of ballots in the 16th Congressional District.
