San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin County’s Guerrilla War Against Housing
The county's efforts to limit population growth by limiting housing are taking an old turn – refusing to provide water to new construction.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Broadband For All Can Revive Post-Pandemic Economy
Commentary: The state must increase grant funding to help communities invest in much-needed broadband technology.
San Francisco, CA|News|
4 Things To Know About The California Budget Deal
CA Assembly and Senate budget leaders announce a budget deal that includes stimulus checks, more in-state students at UC campuses and more.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Can California Withstand A Teacher Retirement Boom?
CA schools could be facing the largest number of teacher retirements ever, but factors like enrollment drops should take the sting out.
San Francisco, CA|News|
Death Penalty Faces Critical Test: Will California High Court Raise Bar?
The death penalty in California could be on the precipice of a dramatic change.
San Francisco, CA|News|
California To Simplify Rent Relief Application
A new survey finds tenants are having a hard time accessing the state’s $2.6 billion emergency rent relief.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
It's Time To Invest In Behavioral Health Services For Young People
Dr. Mark Ghaly: As a father and a pediatrician, I know how much California's kids and young people have suffered during this pandemic.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Newsom's Top Housing Adviser Says ‘Start With Yes'
California is millions of housing units short, and cities hold the key.
San Francisco, CA|News|
E-Bikes Offer Affordable Option To Reach Climate Goals
Purchase incentives for electric bikes would put zero-emission transportation within reach for many more Californians.
Santa Cruz, CA|News|
Podcast: California's Oldest State Park Attempts A Comeback
Ninety-seven percent of California’s oldest state park burned last summer in lightning-caused wildfires.
San Francisco, CA|News|
California Social Media Regulations — A Tougher Sell In 2021
California lawmaker Cristina Garcia was spending time with a friend when she asked her friend's 8-year-old why she was refusing to eat.
San Francisco, CA|News|
California Needs To Offer Free Meals To All Students
Children across California need the governor and California lawmakers to make smart, equitable investments in free school meals.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Follow The Money: Gavin Newsom Recall Edition
Keep track of who is giving money in the Newsom recall campaign and where it’s coming from in this dashboard, which will be updated daily.
San Francisco, CA|News|
California Needs To Recognize Racism As A Public Health Crisis
SB 17 would lead to identifying racial and ethnic disparities, and addressing structural racism in state policies and budgets.
San Diego, CA|News|
Total Recall: An Illustrated Guide To The Newsom Recall
Want to quickly get up-to-speed on efforts to recall CA's governor? This illustrated guide to the Newsom recall will walk you through it.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Podcast: Alex Padilla Says Time Is Right For Immigration Bill
U.S. Sen. Padilla says Democratic majorities in Congress mean “the timing is right” to provide undocumented migrants a path to citizenship.
San Francisco, CA|News|
CA's Unemployment Paradox: Openings And Joblessness
Despite California’s high unemployment rate, many positions at restaurants, bars and retail stores are going unfilled.
Across California, CA|News|
College Credit For Playing Video Games? At Some California Campuses, It's Happening
At least six Cal State campuses and nearly all of the University of California campuses have created esports programs since 2015.
San Francisco, CA|News|
CA's Recruitment Of Coronavirus Volunteers Fell Short
More than 251,000 Californians signed up on MyTurn to volunteer at vaccine clinics. But only 379 people have been able to book shifts.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Newsom's College Savings Account Proposal — Redundant, Or Not Enough?
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to spend $2 billion creating a program to give 3.8 million low-income students at least $500 as college savings.
