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Meet Some of the Biggest Donors Shaping California's U.S. Senate Race

02/26/2024
Here are the biggest donors in the 2024 California Senate race, both for and against the top candidates: Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, Steve Garvey and Barbara Lee.

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics State of California

What California Voters Want to Know About the 2024 Election

02/26/2024
Voting in California can be complicated. Here are answers to some common questions, plus what the leading U.S. Senate candidates say they would do if they’re elected.

From Los Angeles Times...

Elections & Politics Crime & Justice

Judge Again Dismisses Charges Against Members of California White Supremacist Group

02/21/2024
In his decision, a judge agreed that the alleged white nationalists were being selectively prosecuted instead of 'far-left extremist groups, such as Antifa.'

From CalMatters...

Education Elections & Politics

Classroom Fight Ramps Up in CA Election

02/21/2024
On one side: Equality California, the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ advocacy group. On the other side: Protect Kids California, a parents rights organization.

From Sierra Sun...

Elections & Politics Town of Truckee

Truckee Pride Needs Volunteers for Inaugural Event

02/20/2024
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The first Truckee Pride will take place June 3-9, organized by a grassroots group working to make Truckee a diverse and welcoming place for people of all genders and sexual orientations.

From Los Angeles Times...

Elections & Politics History

San Francisco Set to Apologize to Black Residents for ‘Systemic Racism’

02/16/2024
Members of the board gathered to put forward a resolution that takes responsibility for the history of discrimination against Black San Franciscans.

From EdSource...

Education Elections & Politics

Research: Immigration Enforcement Hinders Education; Schools Offer Support

02/15/2024
Immigration enforcement lowers students’ ability to succeed academically and negatively affects their overall learning experience.

From CalMatters...

Business, Economy & Jobs Elections & Politics Sports State of California

Why Adopting Sports Gambling in California Has to Involve Tribes

02/15/2024
When and if California legalizes sports gambling, the policy should honor the laws established in partnership with tribes decades ago, says Assemblyman James Ramos.

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COVID-19 Art, Culture & Media Elections & Politics Sports

Taylor Swift Has San Francisco-Hating Trump Fans Rooting for the ’49ers

02/08/2024
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Fears that pop superstar will encourage her “Swifties” to vote for Joe Biden has Trump fans declaring “Holy War.”

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics State of California

California Senate Leader Mike McGuire Picks His Team

02/08/2024
The new top Democrat in the state Senate announces his leadership team and new committee chairpersons. He rewarded some allies, and filled five of seven leadership posts with women or legislators of color.

From Los Angeles Times...

Elections & Politics

How a California Republican Helped Tank Mayorkas’ Impeachment Vote

02/07/2024
California Republican Rep. Tom McClintock bucked his party to vote against impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

From CapPublicRadio...

Elections & Politics

5 Major Candidates Want to be California’s New U.S. Senator

02/07/2024
Here’s where they stand on the economy, crime and the border.

From Moonshine Ink...

Elections & Politics

Election Healing: Reflecting on Contention in Recent Local Races

02/07/2024
Moonshine Ink takes a step back to consider what happened in recent contentious local elections and learn how healing has been found, speaking to some of those who’ve waded through the trenches.

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics

Can You Vote for Any Candidate in California’s Primary Election? Here Are the Rules

02/06/2024
There are different rules for the presidential contest and state races on the March 5 ballot. And each party has its own rules.

From CalMatters...

Business, Economy & Jobs Homelessness Land Use & Development Elections & Politics State of California

An Initiative Promised 20,000 Homes for Mentally Ill Californians. It Delivered Far Less

02/06/2024
California voters this spring are considering a $6.4 billion bond to house people with serious mental health conditions. A similar 2018 ballot measure offers lessons about the obstacles that stand in the way of construction.

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics State of California

Mike McGuire Wants to ‘Lift Up Every Person’ as New California Senate Leader

02/05/2024
Sen. Mike McGuire of Healdsburg takes over as Democratic leader in the state Senate from Sen. Toni Atkins. He terms out in 2026, so has limited time to push his agenda.

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics State of California

A Bill for Every Problem? Why California Lawmakers Introduce Longshots

01/31/2024
Faced with a huge budget deficit, legislators are on warning not to expect bills with a high price tag to pass. But that’s not always the goal of introducing bills.

From Los Angeles Times...

Health Elections & Politics Crisis & Personal Support State of California

Your Guide to Proposition 1: Newsom’s Overhaul of California’s Mental Health System

01/31/2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom crafted the measure to reform California’s mental health system, including a $6.4-billion bond for new facilities.

From Los Angeles Times...

Elections & Politics

Voters Guide to the 2024 California Primary Election

01/31/2024
Here is your guide to the 2024 California primary election.

From Los Angeles Times...

Elections & Politics History State of California

California Lawmakers Unveiled 14 Reparations Bills. None Call for Cash Payments

01/31/2024
The California Legislative Black Caucus released a list of 14 bills as a first set of reparations for the descendants of African Americans who were enslaved.

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