The REAL ID Delivers Conveniency: Apply for Yours Today
The REAL ID will be required to fly within the U.S. beginning May 7, 2025, but the DMV suggests getting one now. Read to find out how....
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Jun
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Jun
Panel Outlines Strategies for Battling Hate, Hate Crimes
A panel offered a wealth of insight and advice on battling hate crimes during a presentation May 18 titled "Standing Up to Hate Crimes in California."...
06
Jun
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to be Statewide in CA
Through Dolly Parton’s nonprofit program, every Californian under the age of 5 will be eligible to receive a free monthly book in the mail....
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May
Transit Policymakers Urge More Public Transit Funding From the State
Public transportation advocates and policymakers say more funding is needed to avoid major service cuts, which could harm the environment and social justice....
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May
Non-Partisan Analyst’s Office Recommends Legislature Reject Governor’s San Quentin Plan
A new report from the state's Legislative Analyst's Office casts doubt on Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal to renovate San Quentin State Prison....
30
May
Newsom Pledges Support for Clean Energy Projects & Faster Permitting
California Gov. Gavin Newsom pledged Thursday to continue efforts to speed up permitting for clean energy projects across the state....
25
May
Newsom Unveils Plan in Richmond for State to Use 100 Percent Clean Energy by 2045
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday unveiled his administration's updated plan to quicken the pace of California's full abandonment of the fossil fuel industry....
24
May
With the Aid of Legislation, Richmond Plans to Hold Polluters Accountable
AB 617 gave heavily polluted areas, including Richmond-San Pablo, support to clean their air, which was discussed at Tuesday's Richmond City Council meeting....
24
May
Clean Transportation Could Reduce Disproportionate Harms of Air Pollution
Minimizing air pollution is a public health and equity issue, and clean transportation could play a role in addressing this problem....
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May
What’s Changed in Policing in a ‘Post-George Floyd’ America
National consciousness around law enforcement has changed since the murder of George Floyd, leading to new regulations, but police killings have not decreased....
22
May
To Stop Hate, Step Out of the Silo
An international panel of experts from the U.S. and Europe says more collaboration across organizations and communities is key to countering the rise in hate....
12
May
Watch Out for Yellow Envelope to Avoid Losing Medi-Cal Coverage
Guaranteed Medicaid coverage is ending. As the state reviews Medi-Cal members eligibility, many should expect to get a yellow renewal packet in the mail....
10
May
State AG’s Office Launches Investigation Into Antioch Police
Allegations of bigoted text messages and other misconduct, including misuse of force, prompted the investigation into Antioch Police announced Wednesday....
09
May
Reparations Task Force Concludes 15th Meeting
On May 6, the California Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans held its 15th meeting and voted on its final report....
09
May
Stacey Abrams Endorses Barbara Lee for U.S. Senate
Stacey Abrams, a prominent Democratic voting rights advocate, endorsed U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, Monday morning for U.S. Senate....
