Lawmakers seek to make laws protecting abortion less dependent on who is governor
When Gov. Gavin Newsom, using his executive power, refused to extradite a doctor accused of prescribing and mailing abortion pills…
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Waymo attacks dog in San Francisco weeks after killing KitKat cat
A driverless Waymo taxi hit a dog in San Francisco, reigniting a heated debate over the safety of autonomous vehicles…
After a 'hot summer of labor,' California Legislature reluctant to pass union bills
SACRAMENTO — A year ago, thousands of workers went on strike across California, and what became known as the “hot…
California's work on repairs starts slowly
SACRAMENTO — In 2020, Gov. Gavin Newsom and California lawmakers pushed legislation to create a “first-in-the-nation” state task force to…
Newsom calls California Legislature into special session on oil prices
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom called California lawmakers into a special session Saturday after Assembly Democrats rejected his request to…
California should reform CEQA instead of poking holes in it
For the second time in two years, the California Legislature has passed a unique law to circumvent the California Environmental…
California Legislature rejects bill to make kindergarten mandatory
SACRAMENTO — A bill that would have required all California families to enroll their children in kindergarten was rejected by…
Why Democrats Should Pass Tougher Retail Theft Laws
August 16, 2024 3 am Pacific Time To the editor: I am a registered Democrat who is all for progress…
California Legislature passes bills to curb retail theft
SACRAMENTO — California lawmakers on Monday gave final approval to a package of 10 bills aimed at combating retail theft,…
Governor Newsom announces rival ballot initiative on theft and drug reform
The California Legislature is expected to approve a voter initiative this week for the November ballot to crack down on…