When a divided San Jose City Council decided in December to appoint rather than hold an election to fill two vacant seats in 2023, they pledged the process would be 'transparent.'
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Reversal of Fortune: Gov. Newsom Outlines Plan to Deal with Budget Deficit
After years of record California budget surpluses, Gov. Newsom outlined a plan to deal with a deficit he projects at $22.5 billion and said he can keep his big promises despite the shortfalls.
Porn, Piracy and Fraud Lurk Inside Google’s Black Box Ad Empire
Google’s ad business hides the identities of all publishers it works with and where billions of ad dollars flow. Propublica uncovered a network containing manga piracy, porn, fraud and disinformation.
California Politicians Stash $35M in Leftover Campaign Cash
Nearly 100 committees are sitting on $35 million in leftover campaign funds for California legislative seats and statewide offices, including one for 29th District Assembly member Mark Stone, who did not seek re-election this year.
Some Big Employers at Odds with Top Tech Firms on PAC Response to Jan. 6
Standing in contrast are big companies that have not given to any of the 147 election deniers through corporate PACs during this election cycle, including tech giants like Amazon, Alphabet and Microsoft and Wall Street powerhouses like JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley and BlackRock.
The Billboard Issue Is About A Lot More Than Billboards
Think more broadly and consider billboards from the perspective of how the city works and how our elected and appointed officials do their jobs.
Newsom Signs Bill Toughening Nursing Home License Rules, Advocates Say It’s Not Enough
The new law addresses serious problems with nursing home licensing in California, but some elder care advocates say it misses a chance to protect residents and consumers.
California To Give $2,500 Training Grant to Workers Who Lost Jobs During Pandemic
A one-time state program worth $500 million has opened up from its pilot program to support displaced workers who want to acquire new job skills.
Decision Day: Which Bills Did California Lawmakers Kill?
State legislators last week killed dozens of bills, including some controversial proposals on health care costs, social media regulation, pay transparency, climate change and much, more more.
Political Donor Network Is Pushing the Envelope on California Campaign Money
Among the biggest beneficiaries of Govern For California, a network of local chapters — 'force mulipliers' — that amplifies its donors’ influence on legislative races, is Assemblymember Robert Rivas, who wants to become the next Assembly speaker.
Buckle Up for a Busy Month for State Lawmakers in Sacramento
Abortion, guns, Covid, housing, nursing homes, criminal justice, unions, environment and internet are some of the top issues the Legislature will be tackling in August.
10 Best Forex Brokers: Top Platforms for FX Trading Reviewed and Ranked 2022
It's 2022, and the global economy is finally showing signs of life after years of stagnation. With interest rates on the rise, central banks are beginning to tighten monetary policy to prevent runaway inflation. So now is the time to solidify your place in the world's largest and most liquid market, the foreign exchange market.
Electricity Use Would Surge under California’s New Climate Plan
Without massive investments in clean energy, air board officials warned that more fossil fuels will be needed to power electric cars and ensure a reliable power grid under California’s sweeping new climate strategy.
Best Background Check Services In 2022 For Quick and Accurate Reports
Are you about to make a life-changing decision? Checking a person's background is crucial for making the correct determination. It's the only way to know that the person you're about to trust in your personal or professional life is who they claim to be.
California Wants to Force Insurers to Reward Homeowners for Fireproofing Homes
New rules proposed by California’s Department of Insurance would require insurers to take homeowners’ efforts to reduce wildfire risk into account when setting premiums. But they would still allow non-renewals.
California Legislators Quietly, Secretly Kill Hundreds of Bills
On what they call Suspense File Day, legislators killed about 220 California bills on issues including education, health care, housing and workers.
