Travis Gillmore
Travis Gillmore is an avid reader and journalism connoisseur based in California covering finance, politics, the State Capitol, and breaking news for The Epoch Times.
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California Officials React to Biden Exiting Race, Endorsing VP Harris
Democrat leaders thank President Biden for his service, and some echo his support for Ms. Harris to take the top spot on the ticket.
Bay Area Nonprofit’s Path to Public Safety: Painting Murals and Picking Up Trash
Oakland group employs the homeless and ex-criminals to battle neighborhood deterioration. One worker says it’s ’teaching us motivation.'
Thousands of Illegal Cannabis Plants Eradicated in California State Parks
The crackdown targeted a park in Antelope Valley northeast of LA and a historic park in the Central Valley. Firearms were seized at each site.
Manager of Illegal Cannabis Operation in Northern California Gets 10 Years in Prison
The operation was in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. As counties have cracked down on illegal marijuana, more growers have moved to public lands.
Newsom Vetoes Homeless Program Transparency Bill, Calling it Redundant
The governor said requirements calling for more transparency and reporting by these housing programs were already included in the state’s 2024–25 budget.
California State University Ordered to Update Sexual Harassment Policies in Wake of Scandals
A new law requires the Cal State system to meet recommendations made last year by a state auditor.
California Business Taxes Increasing to Cover Budget Deficits
Businesses won’t be allowed to take deductions for losses carried forward from previous years, which could cost them $2 billion this fiscal year.
Is Retail Theft on the Rise in California? Expert Panel Says It Needs More Data
The Little Hoover Commission said under-reporting of crime, among several other variables, makes analysis difficult.
Newsom ‘Frustrated’ With Alameda County District Attorney’s ‘Lack of Engagement’
‘Despite our outreach, your office has yet to make use of these resources,’ Ann Patterson, the governor’s cabinet secretary, wrote.
Study Reveals How Long $1 Million in Savings Will Last for California Retirees
With the state’s high housing costs, that nest egg will last just 12 years, according to a financial website. Only Hawaii, Massachusetts, and D.C. were worse.
