Editorial: Should parole be considered for lifers? Yes

California’s crime rate began a historic plunge in the early 1990s and has declined ever since, with the exception of…

California Progressive Lawmakers Protest Proposition 36

SACRAMENTO — A group of progressive state lawmakers spoke out Monday against Proposition 36, a ballot measure they call a…

Bill to abolish California fire risk ratings dies

A bill seeking to reform California's system for mapping wildfire risk has died in the state Assembly. Senate Bill 610,…