Raw politics determine Californians’ medical care
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Recession could wreck California’s spending plans
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders are negotiating how to spend a huge projected budget surplus, but recession could spoil all of their plans.
Sun, Jun 26, 2022 12:01 am
California tax relief: What’s in the deal
After weeks of talks, Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders announce a tax relief plan that includes refunds of as much as $1,050. It is part of a $300 billion budget deal announced Sunday night.
Fri, Jun 24, 2022 6:27 pm
After Roe: What happens to abortion in California?
Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the Roe decision, here are key takeaways of what to expect for abortion in California. They include the politics, more legislation, a possible influx of out-of-state patients and changes for health care providers.
Fri, Jun 24, 2022 7:13 am
Investment in housing is the bottom-line answer to homelessness
This budget season, the Newsom administration and the Legislature must allocate steady — not temporary — funding for rental assistance and the creation of permanent, supportive housing.
Fri, Jun 24, 2022 5:25 am
Inside California’s climate change paradox
A Bay Area train derailing from tracks overheated by an early-summer heat wave, sending at least one person to the hospital. Lightning strikes killing a woman and her two dogs in Southern California and injuring a man pushing a baby stroller in Kern County. A wildfire causing PG&E power outages so persistent that Stanford University […]
Fri, Jun 24, 2022 5:00 am
Legislators, Newsom negotiating behind closed doors over energy deal
Environmentalists and clean-energy experts say Newsom is pushing to give the Energy Commission sole control over siting of energy plants, usurping local control. The deal also would prolong the life of natural gas plants.
Thu, Jun 23, 2022 5:22 pm
Electricity use would surge under California’s new climate plan
Hundreds of people lined up today to voice concerns about California’s sweeping new climate strategy at a public hearing. Without massive investments in clean energy, air board officials warned that more fossil fuels will be needed to power electric cars and ensure a reliable power grid.
Thu, Jun 23, 2022 2:45 pm
Supreme Court ruling puts target on California gun laws
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning a strict New York law on who can carry concealed weapons will likely lead to a challenge of California gun laws.
Thu, Jun 23, 2022 7:37 am
Unique CalMatters and CatchLight Local partnership captures students’ perspectives in photo series
CalMatters members, major donors and foundations make such unique partnerships possible.
Thu, Jun 23, 2022 5:45 amStay informed.
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