SACRAMENTO, CA – Senator Henry Stern hosted a press conference for SB 1509, also known as “The NOT in California Act,” in anticipation of the Senate Appropriations Committee hearing for …
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California Gas Prices Could Increase by 50 Cents Under “Secret Tax” Proposal
by CC Newsby CC NewsWith California set to see another gas tax hike on July 1 to 59.6 centers per gallon, a new tax is potentially on the horizon thanks to California Air Resources …
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The Budget Proposal — Covering Two Years — Cuts Spending, Makes Government Leaner, and Preserves Core Services Without New Taxes on Hardworking Californians WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The Governor’s revised …
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The California Public Utilities Commission approved a fixed utility charge on Thursday with a 4-0 vote. This means those with low-income and electric car owners will save money, while others …
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CaliforniaCrime
FBI Warns of Increasing Threat of Cyber Criminals Utilizing Artificial Intelligence
by CC Newsby CC NewsSAN FRANCISCO – The FBI San Francisco division is warning individuals and businesses to be aware of the escalating threat posed by cyber criminals utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) tools to conduct …
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SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom, State Board of Education (SBE) President Linda Darling-Hammond, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced that SBE unanimously approved nearly $1.3 billion …
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SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, the California Chamber of Commerce added SB 1327 (Glazer; D-Contra Costa) to its 2024 Job Killer List. SB 1327 implements a discriminatory 7.25% tax on the revenue generated from …
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SACRAMENTO – Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) released the following statement regarding today’s oversight hearing on homelessness in Assembly Budget Subcommittee 7 on Accountability and Oversight: “Today’s oversight hearing shined a …
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Lawmakers Call for Stripping Financial Aid from Violent Student Protesters
by CC Newsby CC NewsCalifornia Legislative Republican Leaders announced budget action addressing the ongoing wave of illegal and violent protests on California state colleges and universities. Specifically, Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones (R-San Diego) …
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Zbur, Who Represents UCLA, Urges U.S. Department of Education to Review Potential Title VI Civil Rights Violations, Calls on UC Regents To Conduct Independent Investigation of Security Failures After Tuesday …
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SACRAMENTO – Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo announced the introduction of AB 2863 today, a bill aimed at protecting consumers and putting more money back in people’s pockets by simplifying the cancellation …
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Senator Glazer’s Bill Would Raise $500 million in Tax Credits to Help Revive Local News
by CC Newsby CC NewsEditors Note: Senator Glazier did not reach out to any hyper-local publications in his OWN DISTRICT when creating this Senate Bill 1327. SACRAMENTO – A data extraction mitigation fee on …
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According to data released last week, California had a population increase of 67,000 people last year to 39,128,162. Contra Costa County also saw an increase of 1,352 people. The biggest …
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Four Charged In Street Gang Conspiracy To Commit Violent Robberies Of Bay Area Businesses
by CC Newsby CC NewsOAKLAND – A federal grand jury has handed down a superseding indictment alleging Jakari Jenkins, Demarco Barnett, Garland Rabon, and Keanna Smith-Stewart conspired with each other, and other members of …
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East Bay Park District Issues Rattlesnake Advisory
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn Tuesday, the East Bay Regional Park District issued its annual rattlesnake advisory as the weather is now heating up in California. In early spring, snakes emerge from winter hibernation …
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Last week, Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson) held a press conference to address the fight against sexual violence by spotlighting Senate Bill 268. The bill will classify the intentional intoxication of …
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Santa Rosa – Reps. Mike Thompson (CA-04) and Jared Huffman (CA-02) were joined by realtors, home builders, agriculture leaders, insurance leaders, and fire survivors for a press conference at Santa Rosa’s Coffey Park …
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On Thursday, a bill that would allow both candidates and elected officials in California to use campaign funds for security passed the state Assembly in a 72-0 vote. AB 2401 …
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The Healthy Homework Act was introduced in an effort to ensure school districts create policies that are more intentional when it comes to homework. According to the bill’s author, Assemblywoman …
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Sacramento, CA – SB 1160, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank) passed the Senate Public Safety Committee. The measure aims to increase public safety by holding accountable …
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The California Garlic Festival will be at the Merced County Spring Fairgrounds in Los Banos on August 30, 31 & September 1, 2024. The wholesome family fun event is focused …
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On Tuesday, a bill that would require anyone convicted of a DUI to install a breathalyzer in their car moved forward. The bill was approved 8-0 in the Assembly Public …
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Bill Doubling Penalties for Protesters Blocking Highways Moves Forward
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn Monday, a bill that would double penalties for anyone intentionally blocking the flow of traffic on highways passed through committee. AB 2742, a bill that would double penalties for …
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SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblymember Matt Haney’s (D-San Francisco) AB 2751 (right to disconnect) is now one step closer to becoming law after passing out of the Assembly Labor Committee. It’s …
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Legislation Seeks to Increase Transparency Over Homelessness Spending
by CC Newsby CC NewsSACRAMENTO – Today Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced the introduction of Assembly Bill 2903, which requires state-run homelessness programs to annually report cost and outcome data to the California Interagency …