Walz's handling of George Floyd's death and protests under new scrutiny
In May 2020, as Minneapolis burned and mourned the police killing of George Floyd, Tim Walz seemed cornered. Minnesota's governor…
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Supreme Court blocks Biden's anti-discrimination rules for transgender students in red states
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Friday said it has rejected an appeal by the Biden administration and refused to…
Scott Wiener's AI bill moves forward with significant changes
A controversial bill that aims to protect Californians from catastrophes caused by artificial intelligence has caused a stir in the…
Newsom signs anti-crime legislative package addressing organized retail theft
SAN JOSE — Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed 10 bills into law in what he calls an unprecedented effort to…
As La Niña strengthens, drought potential increases
As La Niña gains strength in the tropical Pacific, forecasters warn the weather pattern could plunge California back into drought…
Unlike SpaceX or Chevron, we won't be fleeing California
Both small and large companies are fleeing California in search of friendlier opportunities. From 2018 to 2021, 352 companies relocated…
Kratom regulation bill dies quietly in California
A California bill that would have imposed regulations on kratom products was quietly shelved Thursday following a standoff between advocacy…
It is a shame that “pro-life” states scare doctors and endanger patients
August 15, 2024 3 am Pacific Time To the editor: First, let’s distinguish what is and what is not an…
Editorial: Why are states lagging on climate energy rebates?
There may not be Much public awareness The Inflation Reduction Act is the largest investment in clean energy and climate…
California reduces farmworker workload as heat rises
has dramatically reduced enforcement of heat protection laws for outdoor workers, while extreme heat has intensified in recent years, endangering…