California Legislature rejects many of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s budget cuts as negotiations continue
The California Legislature on Thursday rejected many of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s most difficult budget cuts, choosing instead to speed-up a temporary tax increase on some businesses to help address an estimated $45 billion deficit while preserving spending on many social safety net programs.
Some Permit, Inspection Fees Eyed For Increase In Riverside County
The Board of Supervisors Tuesday set a June 4 public hearing to consider a series of proposed increases to fees for permits issued by the Riverside County Department of Environmental Health, whose director pointed out the hikes being sought are not based solely on inflationary pressures.
Riverside County Lawmaker seeks to end California’s ‘Sanctuary State’ policies
NORCO, CA — An Inland Empire lawmaker Wednesday said he will submit legislation seeking to end California's "sanctuary state" protections for any illegal immigrant offender who has committed sexual offenses against minors.
California’s fast food minimum wage boost: Who gets raises and who doesn’t?
Starting Monday, April 1, fast food restaurants in California will be required to pay their workers at least $20 an hour when Assembly Bill 1228 finally takes effect.
Why California Democrats are divided on retail theft bill
Legislators may be off for spring recess, but debates about their bills are still happening outside committee rooms.
