Washington D.C., Dec. 14, 2022 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced charges against eight individuals in a $100 million securities fraud scheme in which they used the social …
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WALNUT CREEK, Calif. – Holiday travel through the end of the year continues to rebound despite inflation worries. Nearly 15 million Californians are expected to pack their bags during the …
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400k Californians to Enroll in More-Affordable Health Insurance Through Covered California
by CC Newsby CC NewsSACRAMENTO, Calif. — A new federal rule takes effect on Monday, opening the door for nearly 400,000 people to enroll in a more-affordable health plan through Covered California. The change …
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Potato Slough Bridge Repair Prompts 18-Hour Full SR-12 Highway Closure
by CC Newsby CC NewsSTOCKTON – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is continuing work on a project to repair the bridge deck of the State Route 12 (SR-12) Potato Slough Bridge located near …
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SACRAMENTO – As drought conditions continue throughout the state, the State Water Resources Control Board readopted an emergency regulation that bolsters California’s conservation efforts by prohibiting wasteful water practices like …
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DWR Launches Public Comment Period for LandFlex Program to Protect Drinking Water Supplies
by CC Newsby CC NewsSACRAMENTO, Calif. – In drought-stricken communities, drinking water wells are going dry because groundwater is being pumped faster than it can be replenished. To further protect clean drinking water, the …
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Assemblymember Lee introduced AB 38 to curb the harmful impacts of artificial light at night (ALAN). AB 38 is a reintroduction of AB 2382 and would require all outdoor lighting …
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California Named One of the Worst “Judicial Hellholes” in the Nation
by CC Newsby CC NewsState ranked No. 3 among worst ‘Judicial Hellholes’ in nation with residents paying $1,900 per year in ‘tort tax’ California was named the third-worst “Judicial Hellhole®” in the country today, …
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Masks are now required in non–health care, high–risk settings by State rules ALAMEDA COUNTY, CA – Yesterday, health officials announced that Alameda County moved from CDC’s “Low” (Green) COVID-19 Community …
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A bill introduced by Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance) seeks to amend Proposition 47 and reduce the threshold amount for petty theft and shoplifting from $950 to $400. This comes after …
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Bill Aims to Stop Landlords Charging Skyrocketing Security Deposits
by CC Newsby CC NewsAB 12 will create a one month’s rent cap on security deposits statewide Sacramento – Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) has introduced legislation to stop the practice of California landlords charging …
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Program Providing Basic Income to Black Pregnant Women Expands Across California
by CC Newsby CC NewsAbundant Birth Project receives $5 million state grant to reduce preterm birth rates among Black mothers and provide babies a healthy start in life SAN FRANCISCO —A San Francisco Department of …
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New Firearm Tax Measure Introduced as Part of Trio of Gun Violence Prevention Bills
by CC Newsby CC NewsNew Measure Would Impose Excise Taxes on the Sale of Guns and Ammunition, Use Proceeds to Fund School Safety and Violence Intervention Programs; Trio of Gun Violence Bills Introduced on …
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Senator Becker’s Bill Would Turning Parking Lots Into Clean Energy Power Plants
by CC Newsby CC NewsBecker’s New SB 49 Will Create Incentive For Companies To Build “Solar Canopies” To Generate Enough Electricity To Power Millions Of Homes (Sacramento) – Making better use of the thousands of …
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In keeping his promise to bring real immediate relief to California drivers from high gas prices, Assemblyman Vince Fong (R-Central Valley) introduced two measures to temporarily suspend the gas tax. …
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Tips to Set the Holiday Mood Without Sacrificing Comfort or Increasing Costs OAKLAND, Calif. — As families begin decking the halls, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) offers ways to …
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The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced Tuesday that it has won a significant legal victory against participants in the illegal cannabis market. Represented by its partners in the Attorney …
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Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose) has introduced Senate Bill (SB) 9 to give vulnerable youth the ability to stay in the extended foster care system until the age of 26. …
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Bill Would Exempt Federal Student Loan Forgiveness From California State Taxes
by CC Newsby CC NewsSacramento, CA – Assemblymember Mike Fong (D-Alhambra) introduced AB 26 to exempt up to $20,000 in federal student loan forgiveness from state taxes. The bill aims to maximize the benefits …
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Public Health Leaders Remind Californians of Top 5 Measures to Protect Against Respiratory Viruses SACRAMENTO – Statewide flu activity has reached high levels across California, which has the potential to …
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Skinner Bill Strengthens California’s Status as a ‘Safe Haven’ for Abortion and Gender-Affirming Care
by CC Newsby CC NewsState Sen. Nancy Skinner, D-Berkeley, introduced new legislation Monday aimed to strengthen California’s laws that protect those who access abortion or gender-affirming care. The bill, SB 36, was announced last …
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Senator Shannon Grove Aims to Strengthen Human Trafficking Penalties
by CC Newsby CC NewsSenator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) was sworn-in to represent the 12th Senate District which encompasses Fresno, Kern and Tulare Counties. She has previously represented several areas of the Central Valley while she …
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SACRAMENTO – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, introduced legislation today to expand provisions of his Water Shutoff Protection Act, ensuring more low-income Californians have uninterrupted access to essential drinking water, especially …
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Governor Unveils Price Gouging Penalty on Big Oil’s Excessive Profits
by CC Newsby CC NewsAfter big oil hiked gas prices and made record profits, Governor Newsom convened a special session of the Legislature and called for a price gouging penalty on oil companies SACRAMENTO …
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Assemblyman Essayli Introduces First Bill Aimed to Clean Up Elections
by CC Newsby CC NewsSACRAMENTO, Calif.,– Today, Assemblyman Bill Essayli was sworn in to represent the people of the 63rd Assembly District in the California State Legislature. As his first official act, Asm. Essayli …