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Push to Rewild Over 1,000 Grizzly Bears in California Sparks Concerns
A new study says it’s possible for the grizzly bear, long extinct in California, to be reintroduced in the state.
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California Community Colleges Consider New Application Fee to Deter Scammers
The plan includes potential waivers for students who have financial hardship.
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Most California Voters Say Special Interests Have Too Much Influence on Policy: Poll
The majority of California voters also view American democracy as under attack and don’t trust tech leaders.
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Teen Sex Solicitation Bill Advances in California Senate
It would authorize felony punishment for solicitation of any minor by an adult who is more than three years older than the minor.
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DOJ Sues California Over Regulations Allegedly Pushing Up Egg Prices
Liberal policies have caused “massive inflation” for everyday items such as eggs, said Attorney General Pam Bondi.
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Trump Admin Sues California Over Alleged Title IX Violations in Girls’ Athletics
The Justice Department is asking a federal judge to issue an injunction ‘prohibiting ... males in athletic competitions designated for females.’
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Californians Benefit From SALT Deduction Cap Increase in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
The SALT deduction means taxpayers can deduct state and local taxes, such as property and income taxes, from their federal taxable income.
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California Rejects Federal Push to End Transgender Participation in School Sports
The state refused to sign a federal resolution agreement and says its laws support athletic participation based on gender identity.
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California Officials Tout New Crime Stats But Report Lacks Full Picture
The state’s 2024 crime reports are missing data from parts of Los Angeles, San Diego, and Kern counties.
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Newsom Signs Bills Overhauling California’s Landmark Environmental Law
The measures are aimed at helping the state combat the ongoing housing crisis, according to the governor’s office.
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$322 Billion California State Budget Earmarks Funds for High-Speed Rail, Tax Credits for Hollywood
California has passed the $322 billion total budget bill. Here’s what is in it.
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Supreme Court Declines Pork Producers’ Challenge to California Animal Welfare Law
A federal appeals court previously dismissed the lawsuit.
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Republican State Lawmakers Urge Trump to Avoid ICE Operations at Workplaces
The White House remains focused on public safety threats and the deportation of illegal criminals, according to a spokesperson.
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California Moves Forward With Higher Marijuana Excise Tax
The cost of legal cannabis will increase starting on July 1. Sellers say the higher price will drive more customers to the black market.
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DOJ Sues Los Angeles Over Sanctuary Policies
Sanctuary policies result in violence, chaos, and attacks on federal officers, Attorney General Pam Bondi says.
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New California Laws Effective July 1 Could Impact Students, Paychecks, Airbnb Stays
One law requires companies that offer subscriptions, such as streaming services or memberships, to make cancellation as easy as signing up.
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Newsom Signs California Budget Aimed at Addressing $12 Billion Deficit
The spending plan includes an enrollment freeze to Medi-Cal for adult illegal immigrants.
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Lawmakers Approve Big Increase in California’s Film Tax Credit to $750 Million Yearly
The move aims to keep more film production in California. The newly increased program will continue through June 30, 2030.
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California AG Urges Senate Not to Override State AI Regulations With One Big Beautiful Bill Act
‘A ban on state AI regulation could rob millions of Americans of rights they already enjoy,’ California Attorney General Rob Bonta said.
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Newsom Files $787 Million Lawsuit Against Fox News Alleging It Lied About Call With Trump
The California governor seeks millions in damages over a story about a phone call he had with Trump.
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Push to Rewild Over 1,000 Grizzly Bears in California Sparks Concerns
A new study says it’s possible for the grizzly bear, long extinct in California, to be reintroduced in the state.
|
California Community Colleges Consider New Application Fee to Deter Scammers
The plan includes potential waivers for students who have financial hardship.
|
Most California Voters Say Special Interests Have Too Much Influence on Policy: Poll
The majority of California voters also view American democracy as under attack and don’t trust tech leaders.
|
Teen Sex Solicitation Bill Advances in California Senate
It would authorize felony punishment for solicitation of any minor by an adult who is more than three years older than the minor.
|
DOJ Sues California Over Regulations Allegedly Pushing Up Egg Prices
Liberal policies have caused “massive inflation” for everyday items such as eggs, said Attorney General Pam Bondi.
|
Trump Admin Sues California Over Alleged Title IX Violations in Girls’ Athletics
The Justice Department is asking a federal judge to issue an injunction ‘prohibiting ... males in athletic competitions designated for females.’
|
Californians Benefit From SALT Deduction Cap Increase in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
The SALT deduction means taxpayers can deduct state and local taxes, such as property and income taxes, from their federal taxable income.
|
California Rejects Federal Push to End Transgender Participation in School Sports
The state refused to sign a federal resolution agreement and says its laws support athletic participation based on gender identity.
|
California Officials Tout New Crime Stats But Report Lacks Full Picture
The state’s 2024 crime reports are missing data from parts of Los Angeles, San Diego, and Kern counties.
|
Newsom Signs Bills Overhauling California’s Landmark Environmental Law
The measures are aimed at helping the state combat the ongoing housing crisis, according to the governor’s office.
|
$322 Billion California State Budget Earmarks Funds for High-Speed Rail, Tax Credits for Hollywood
California has passed the $322 billion total budget bill. Here’s what is in it.
|
Supreme Court Declines Pork Producers’ Challenge to California Animal Welfare Law
A federal appeals court previously dismissed the lawsuit.
|
Republican State Lawmakers Urge Trump to Avoid ICE Operations at Workplaces
The White House remains focused on public safety threats and the deportation of illegal criminals, according to a spokesperson.
|
California Moves Forward With Higher Marijuana Excise Tax
The cost of legal cannabis will increase starting on July 1. Sellers say the higher price will drive more customers to the black market.
|
DOJ Sues Los Angeles Over Sanctuary Policies
Sanctuary policies result in violence, chaos, and attacks on federal officers, Attorney General Pam Bondi says.
|
New California Laws Effective July 1 Could Impact Students, Paychecks, Airbnb Stays
One law requires companies that offer subscriptions, such as streaming services or memberships, to make cancellation as easy as signing up.
|
Newsom Signs California Budget Aimed at Addressing $12 Billion Deficit
The spending plan includes an enrollment freeze to Medi-Cal for adult illegal immigrants.
|
Lawmakers Approve Big Increase in California’s Film Tax Credit to $750 Million Yearly
The move aims to keep more film production in California. The newly increased program will continue through June 30, 2030.
|
California AG Urges Senate Not to Override State AI Regulations With One Big Beautiful Bill Act
‘A ban on state AI regulation could rob millions of Americans of rights they already enjoy,’ California Attorney General Rob Bonta said.
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Newsom Files $787 Million Lawsuit Against Fox News Alleging It Lied About Call With Trump
The California governor seeks millions in damages over a story about a phone call he had with Trump.
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