State and Local Lawmakers Weigh in on Government Shutdown
Democrats and Republicans blocked each other's spending proposals, causing a shutdown that will hinder federal services and furlough some federal employees....
01
Oct
01
Oct
La Niña Expected to Bring ‘Extreme’ Weather Patterns Statewide, Head Climatologist Says
"Expect extremes, so dry periods interrupted by large and long-lasting atmospheric river conditions," said state climatologist Michael Anderson....
30
Sep
EdSource: After Federal Cuts, California Schools Could Lose Hundreds of Mental Health Clinicians
As the Trump administration doubles down on a storm of “anti-DEI” cuts to education, mental health services for students could be terminated next....
29
Sep
EdSource: How This Teen Pushed California to Change Special Education Policy
Saran Tugsjargal advocated on behalf of special education students like her for the state disability commission while going to school in the East Bay....
29
Sep
EdSource: Female and Latino Students Most Likely to Work While in California Colleges
Female and Latino students are the most likely to be employed while studying at California State University, University of California or community colleges....
26
Sep
For Me, BART’s Worst-Case Scenario Feels a Little Too Familiar
Saving and continuing to fund public transit isn’t just good policy; it’s a win for everyone, especially those of us who depend on it....
25
Sep
New Study on Latino Californians Reveals Health Care Obstacles
The 2025 California Latino Health Almanac offers a snapshot of demographics, health trends and disparities among Latino residents....
23
Sep
Latino Voter Survey Reflects Impact of ‘Broken Promises’
A survey of Latino voters in California shows concern about the economy and widespread disapproval of President Donald Trump's handling of key issues....
23
Sep
Newsom Signs Laws to Shield Californians From Immigration Onslaught
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bills into law meant to protect Californians' privacy, civil rights and due process amid unprecedented federal law enforcement....
22
Sep
Newsom Launches Service Challenge for Young Men
Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling on 10,000 young men to serve as mentors, coaches and tutors through a new campaign called the California Men’s Service Challenge....
22
Sep
Nearly 20,000 Volunteers Collect 178,000 Pounds of Trash for Coastal Cleanup Day
Thousands of volunteers flocked to the California coast and waterways on Saturday to participate in the 41st annual California Coastal Cleanup Day....
16
Sep
Landmark AI Chatbot Bill, Addressing Youth Risks, Moves to Gov. Newsom’s Desk
SB 243 would prohibit AI LLMs from engaging in conversations around suicidal ideation, self-harm or sexually explicit content....
15
Sep
Legislature Approves Five Black Caucus Reparations Bills, Sending Them to Newsom
The bills, which next go to Gov. Newsom, are part of the California Legislative Black Caucus multi-year “Road to Repair” legislative package....
10
Sep
After Stalling, Governor Says $750M in Bay Area Public Transit Loans Will Be Made Available
Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday that $750 million in state loans to Bay Area transit agencies will be finalized by the end of the legislative session Friday....
10
Sep
State Seeks Applicants for Transportation Equity Advisory Committee
Applications are open until Oct. 19 for a California equity committee that advises on transportation-related environmental justice and economic equality issues....
