A conservative organization led by Trump adviser Stephen Miller sent letters to California leaders warning of ‘serious consequences’ over sanctuary policies that protect undocumented residents. San Jose became a sanctuary city in 2007. San Francisco also declared itself a sanctuary city in 1989.
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New CA Law Increases Penalties, as Emergency Room Workers Face More Attacks
A new California law responds to rising attacks on health care workers, despite concerns from progressives and prison-reform advocates.
Judge Allows San Jose State Transgender Volleyball Player to Compete
A federal judge on Monday ruled that the San Jose State volleyball player, who is at the center of a controversy over transgender athletes, can participate in a women’s volleyball conference tournament this week. An appeals court judge today rejected an appeal of that ruling.
Gov. Newsom Three Years Behind on Campaign Pledge to Release His Tax Returns Every Year
Gov. Newsom just bought a $9 million house in Marin County, but his sources of income haven’t been made public recently. He had pledged to release his tax returns, but hasn't since 2021.
CA Schools Brace for Trump Attacks on Immigrants, ‘Woke’ Curriculum
More than 115,000 children in California were undocumented in the most recent census count, and it’s estimated almost half of California children have at least one immigrant parent.
CA Is Already Preparing for Legal Battles with Trump Administration
California sued the Trump administration more than 100 times in his first term and secured some major victories on the environment, immigration and health care.
Delays in FPPC Investigations Can Leave Voters in the Dark about Campaign Finances
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.
New Law Bans ‘Legacy’ Admissions at CA Private Colleges in 2025
California will now ban legacy admissions at private colleges next year, even though few colleges admit students that way.
California Will Apologize for Slavery as Part of Reparations Push
As part of a California reparations package, Gov. Newsom signed a bill to officially apologize for slavery, but he vetoed others sought by reparations supporters.
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.
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.
Californians Will Vote on a $18 Minimum Wage, but Workers Want $25 and More
Proposition 32 to increase the minimum wage from $16 to $18 isn’t as far-reaching as when it was first proposed. Fast food workers are already making more, and health care employees are on track. But worker groups are already pushing for more.
CA Voters Face Competing Ballot Measures as Interest Groups Clash
The November election in California features competing ballot measures over rent control.
If Californians Vote in November to Ban Forced Labor, Will Prison Inmates Get a Raise?
California courts have long upheld below-minimum wage pay for prison inmates working a wide range of jobs. A 2024 ballot measure that would ban forced prisoner labor could change that.
Newsom for President? Here Are His Political Assets and Liabilities
As Democrats have panicked over President Joe Biden’s lackluster debate performance and looked elsewhere for a potential replacement, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is the talk of the town. But how would he fare on the national stage?
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.
