Lawmakers Back Earlier Retirement, Bigger Pensions for First Responders — Newsom’s Decision Looms
California firefighters and police officers could soon be eligible to retire earlier and collect larger pensions under legislation now awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom's signature...
Sex Abuse Bill Heads to Newsom’s Desk After Hard-Fought School District Compromise
California lawmakers have sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a long-negotiated bill that aims to ease the financial strain on schools and local governments facing a...
Lawmakers Reach Wildfire Deal That Sidelines Most of Newsom’s Key Proposals
Sacramento lawmakers reached a compromise wildfire deal over the weekend that largely sidesteps Gov. Gavin Newsom's push to lighten the financial burden on utility...
Trump Administration Cuts to College Outreach Programs Leave Rural California Students Behind
Federal cuts to college prep programs are leaving rural California students without a critical bridge to higher education, and local advisers say the damage...
What Californians Should Know About the New Privacy Law Stirring a Free Speech Debate
Californians who provide legal help, counseling or other assistance to immigrants will soon have access to a state privacy program designed to shield their...
