California’s independent legislative analyst is warning that the state faces a nearly $18 billion deficit.

The federal grand jury indictment accuses Williamson and four other co-conspirators of illegally spending $225,000, falsely claiming more than $1.7 million in fraudulent business expenses on her taxes, buying a $15,000 Chanel bag, chartering a jet and a spending nearly $170,000 birthday trip to Mexico.

Prop 50's statewide victory margin swelled to 2.4 million votes as of Nov. 6.

Padilla was never officially in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, but his national profile led many to believe that he’d be a favorite to win.

Most of the $95 million raised both for and against today’s ballot measure came from fewer than 20 total contributors.

While lopsided polling and fundraising have given the Yes on 50 campaign an undeniable advantage, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s team is taking nothing for granted as Election Day arrives.

As the Nov. 4 election day approaches, most of the money for and against the plan to redraw California congressional districts was spent not by the campaign organizations, but by nonprofits, political parties and a billionaire.

The state’s action was in response to the Trump Administration’s defunding of all Planned Parenthood centers nationwide.

The governor has signed a law that will walk back data sharing meant to increase CalFresh recipients, in response to the federal government’s attempts to collect private data.

The $144 million loan will be used to pay for 3% one-time bonuses for Cal State faculty and staff, including executives.

The bills create new accountability systems, require stronger responses to antisemitism, harassment, and discrimination, and support every student in learning in a school free from fear or prejudice.

Gov. Gavin Newsom is raising money from labor unions and Democrats all over the country for his redistricting ballot measure. Republicans are pouring in money to fight it.

The new law prevents federal agents working in California from concealing their identities with masks. The Trump administration said it will ignore the law, which is expected to face a legal challenge.

A set of laws Gov. Gavin Newsom signed today extends California clean-energy programs while taking steps to shore up oil and gas production. It also opens the door to a Western energy grid.

Legislators approved a bill allowing Lyft and Uber drivers to unionize after a deal that allows both companies to reduce liability insurance.

California leaders wrapped up this year’s legislative session Saturday afternoon, prolonged by last-minute backroom deals on climate and energy, sparking deep frustration among some lawmakers.