California

The State Senate passed a bill by Senator Dave Cortese on Wednesday that would allow judges to review the cases of people sentenced to life-without-parole if the person has been …

Walnut Creek, CA – Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) announced he will host a virtual town hall on Wednesday, May 31st from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. PT on the state of mental …

An Estimated 577 Million Robocalls Sent to California Telephone Numbers on National Do Not Call Registry  SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Rob Bonta, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 49 attorneys general, announced a …

SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with Merced County District Attorney Nicole Silveira, Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko, and Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig, today announced a settlement against Walmart over …

SACRAMENTO – The California Senate has approved legislation from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that would strengthen elder and dependent adult financial abuse protections by clarifying the duties of banks and …

Sacramento CA – Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan’s (D-Orinda) AB 254 has passed the Assembly floor with bipartisan support. The bill ensures the privacy and security of individuals’ information when they opt to …

Sacramento – Assemblymember Matt Haney (D-San Francisco) announced Assembly Bill 12 passed out of the Assembly floor. It’s now headed to the Senate and awaiting a referral. AB 12 stops …

Congressional Management Foundation Recognizes DeSaulnier for Outstanding Achievement in Constituent Accountability and Accessibility Washington, D.C. – Representative Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) announced he has been named a finalist for The Congressional …

SACRAMENTO, CA — Legislation to sustain outdoor dining across California and help neighborhood restaurants stay afloat passed the California State Assembly 74-0 with strong bipartisan support. Authored by Assemblymember Jesse …

SAN DIEGO — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today held a press conference to highlight the importance of Senate Bill 478 (SB 478). Coauthored by Senator Bill Dodd (D-Napa) and Senator …

The League of California Cities filed an amicus brief last week urging the Los Angeles County Superior Court to rule in favor of charter cities in an SB 9 (Atkins, …

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. – Despite concerns over inflation and rising gas and airfare costs, Memorial Day travel is projected to reach an impressive 99 percent of pre-pandemic levels this year. …

Legislation Would Prohibit the Use of Five Toxic Chemicals Banned in the European Union and Others Nations SACRAMENTO, CA — The California State Assembly passed first-of-its-kind legislation that would prohibit …

Martinez, California – The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office Consumer Protection Unit has settled a civil law enforcement action against CVS Pharmacy for selling expired over-the-counter drugs and baby formula. …

OAKLAND, Calif. — With reports of scams targeting utility customers at an all-time high, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) shares tips with customers to help recognize the signs of …

Walnut Creek, CA – As temperatures rise, drivers face the risk of costly breakdowns that can put a damper on summer road trips. To help drivers avoid unexpected expenses and …

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today released his May Revision proposal, a balanced budget plan that maintains critical investments to address our biggest challenges while preparing for continued economic uncertainty …

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced his revised budget proposal will include $492 million in funding to help protect Californians from ongoing flooding impacts in the Central Valley and …

This week, the Pico Rivera City Council in Southern California voted to move forward with one of the toughest ordinances in the nation to tackle street takeovers. According to the …

Pleasanton, Calif.  – Horse racing is an age-old tradition at the Alameda County Fair, and this year it returns boasting the largest purse ever offered at the Fair. The Pleasanton …

San Francisco — BART riders and others who have stopped using the system or reduced their use dramatically say they would return in significant numbers if crime, safety and cleanliness …

San Francisco, CA – Assemblymember Matt Haney and San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed announced today that state legislation allowing mobile pharmacies to dispense medications used to treat opioid addiction …

SACRAMENTO – In response to a rise in hate crimes and at the start of Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Governor Gavin Newsom, along with the California Civil Rights …

Three fentanyl-related bills supported by the League of California Cities passed through a special hearing of the State Assembly Public Safety Committee late last week, including AB 474 (Rodriguez). The …

Two enforcement stops lead to the arrest of seven suspects, the seizure of 104 pounds of methamphetamine and 40 pounds of fentanyl MERCED — California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside Merced County District Attorney …