California

SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond will host a virtual press conference on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at 11 a.m. to announce a new partnership to support …

A bill introduced by Assemblyman Chris Holden would pay up to $25,000 to each college athlete for their participation in athletics. It would also guarantee six-year scholarships and post-college medical …

New Task Force Seeking Public Members to Contribute to Pre-Drought Planning and Emergency Response Efforts SACRAMENTO, Calif. –While California’s drought outlook is improving, the State is continuing to proactively prepare for …

SACRAMENTO – California announced the latest data showing the state’s accelerating transition to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and ZEV market dominance – 18.8% of all new cars sold last year in California were ZEVs and 40% of …

A bill was introduced this week aimed at creating priority registration for first responders at California public colleges and universities. The bill, AB 255, was introduced by Assemblyman Juan Alanis …

OAKLAND, CA — The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office along with the State Labor Commissioner’s Office, the California Department of Insurance, and the Department of Labor, announces the owners of …

Despite claiming that California is prioritizing capturing water for the recent string of storms that has dumped 32 trillion gallons of water over the last three weeks, enough to fill …

California is prioritizing groundwater recharge, stormwater capture, reservoir storage, water conveyance improvements and ambitious targets to build water resilience  State has committed more than $8.6 billion to build water resilience …

Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose) has authored a bill to provide a ‘second look’ to Californians sentenced to death or serving life in prison without the possibility of parole. The …

Leader Jones calls on Governor Newsom to follow national bipartisan efforts and deactivate his account Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) and members of his California Senate Republican Caucus …

SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond convened a panel of experts today to speak about strategies to combat chronic absenteeism. Nearly 750 school administrators, educators, and education …

SACRAMENTO – Business owners and taxpayers impacted by California’s winter storms are now eligible for emergency tax relief from late payment interest and penalties. “California is moving with the urgency …

New position will lead DOJ’s ongoing efforts to build and maintain an organizational culture that promotes inclusivity and supports excellence in service OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today …

SACRAMENTO, CA – After a series of severe damaging storms and with more wind and rain expected to impact California, the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is reminding homeowners to use …

LOS ANGELES – The Justice Department announced (Jan 12) an agreement to resolve allegations that City National Bank engaged in a pattern or practice of lending discrimination by “redlining” in …

With heavy rain Sunday night into Monday morning, California saw flooding across multiple areas statewide.  Here is a look at the water levels at our California reservoirs as of January …

BRENTWOOD – Contra Costa County Supervisor Diane Burgis was sworn in recently as the newest member of the Delta Stewardship Council, the seven-member California state agency tasked with advancing California’s …

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom Saturday announced that the White House has approved California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to support the state’s emergency response to ongoing storm …

Garamendi Secures new Federal Funding for his Congressional District as Part of a Government Funding Package WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA) secured $37 million as part of a government …

OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta Friday issued a statement welcoming a decision by a California court in favor of a state law that bans the marketing of firearms …

Passed in the Legislature with overwhelming support, CARE Court is a first-in-the-nation framework to engage, assist, and empower individuals suffering from untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders Los Angeles County …

Expedited Permit for Groundwater Recharge Project in Merced Area Set to Pave the Way for Future Projects SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is partnering with the State Water …

This week, Assemblywoman Lori Wilson (D-Suisun City) introduced her first bill which aims to deal with the baby formula shortage. Assembly Bill 228 will create a strategic stockpile of baby …

SACRAMENTO – California Assembly Republicans are calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to prioritize water storage, conveyance, and flood protection in the state budget. California has not built significant new water …

Two bills were introduced Wednesday that took aim at social media apps like TikTok being used on Government devices. Under both bills, the apps would be banned if they pose …