In summary The governor threw communities into disarray two weeks ago by withholding $1 billion in homelessness funding for plans he saw as unambitious. But local officials said the assignment itself discouraged ambition. Now Newsom is yielding. Two weeks …
In summary The narrative that young voters surpassed seniors in election turnout is simply not true. But they are influencing elections in a major way, and helping Democrats win elections across California. Get California news in your inbox, for free. …
EN RESUMEN El gobernador provocó el caos en las comunidades hace dos semanas al retener $1,000 millones en fondos para personas sin hogar por planes que consideró poco ambiciosos. Pero los funcionarios locales dijeron que la asignación en sí desalentaba la …
In summary California has a severe shortage of affordable rental housing, but also has a crisis in home ownership, with the nation’s second most expensive home market relative to family incomes. Get California news in your inbox, for free. When the …
After a flurry of called races, victories proclaimed and concessions offered across 52 congressional districts, 100 state Assembly and Senate contests, nine statewide races for constitutional offices and seven propositions on the California ballot, it can …
“We are mindful that we’re going to have to be more proactive as a state in terms of our efforts in Washington, D.C.” That was Gov. Gavin Newsom’s delicately worded assessment of how California might fare differently under Kevin McCarthy — the Bakersfield …
In summary Gov. Gavin Newsom has won three gubernatorial elections with historic support. He should use his popularity to unite constituencies and improve some of California’s intractable problems. Get California news in your inbox, for free. Guest …
In summary The California Coastal Commission voted 8-to-2 despite the ecological risks to the Monterey Bay coast, high costs of the water and a divide between affluent and lower-income communities. The California Coastal Commission tonight approved another …
In summary California has expanded voting access and participation, but that can delay election results. Are there ways to count votes faster without undermining election security? For more than a week after the Nov. 8 election, control of the U.S. House …
In summary California has the most Hispanic Serving Institutions among its colleges of any state — 174, including 21 of 23 California State University campuses and five of the nine University of California campuses. But how well are HSIs — where almost 90% …
In summary In the new episode of “Gimme Shelter: The California Housing Crisis Podcast,” CalMatters’ Manuela Tobias and the Los Angeles Times’ Liam Dillon break down how California’s housing shortage drives some college students into homelessness. Please …
In summary A new California law requires social media companies to disclose how they police hate speech and misinformation as efforts to increase media literacy in schools are underway. Get California news in your inbox, for free. Guest Commentary written …
EN RESUMEN Mientras California investiga empresas por robo de salarios, los centros de trabajadores actúan como aliados tras bambalinas, ayudando a convencer a los empleados para que cooperen. Read this article in English. Annelisa Luong se reunió en …
Get ready for another raft of ambitious climate bills when California lawmakers return to Sacramento next month. A few days after the Nov. 8 election, bipartisan groups of more than a dozen state legislators — including some who have hit term limits and …
In summary The new rules will improve access to health care in many communities where it is lacking, supporters say. Some physicians are concerned the rules will expand the scope of services nurse practitioners provide. Lea este artículo en español. …
EN RESUMEN Las nuevas reglas mejorarán el acceso a la atención médica en muchas comunidades donde falta, dicen los partidarios. A algunos médicos les preocupa que las reglas amplíen el alcance de los servicios que brindan las enfermeras practicantes. Read …
In summary As California investigates businesses for wage theft, worker centers act as behind-the-scenes allies, helping convince employees to cooperate. Annelisa Luong met with the Kome Japanese Seafood & Buffet employees in secret to talk about their …
In summary California street vendors have faced barriers that prevented them from growing their business and becoming successful. A new law could increase economic opportunity in this long overlooked sector. Get California news in your inbox, for free. …
Last week, following a six-hour closed-door meeting of the state Assembly’s dominant Democrats, Speaker Anthony Rendon and Assemblymember Robert Rivas simultaneously issued press releases. “I’m pleased to retain my colleagues’ support to continue as …
In summary While votes are still being counted, it appears that the next Legislature will include the most women and LGBTQ members ever. Advocacy groups are already celebrating, but how much difference will the diversity make in policy? Leading up to …
