$7.5-billion California science bond measure awaits Newsom’s sign-off
California voters in 2028 could decide whether to establish a $7.5-billion state scientific research arm — similar to…
Billionaires open the purse to fight California wealth tax
A billionaire-funded political group gave a $5-million donation to the campaign opposing California’s proposed wealth tax, the first…
Billionaires open the purse to fight California wealth tax
SACRAMENTO — A billionaire-funded political group gave a $5-million donation to the campaign opposing California’s proposed wealth tax, the first…
Californians split on proposed tax on billionaires, sour on voter ID requirement, poll shows
California voters are sharply divided over a ballot measure to impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help…
The left’s California problem
If progressives hit a wall this week in Wisconsin, it could be nothing compared to the obstacles they…
Google’s Sergey Brin spent $102 million fighting California wealth tax
The fight over a proposal to tax the assets of California billionaires to fund healthcare is getting more…
California Democrats choose populism in backing billionaire tax
By Maya C. Miller and Jeanne Kuang, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for…
State lawmakers propose new bill to force Fresno County to place Measure C replacement on November ballot
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — Two Fresno County lawmakers introduced legislation Monday intended to ensure county voters have…
California Democratic Party backs billionaire tax despite internal opposition
The California Democratic (CADEM) Party on Sunday announced that it backs a ballot measure to charge the state’s…
Fresno councilmember says measure would protect taxpayers from SEDA debt. Does it really?
Reality Check is a Fresno Bee series holding those in power to account and shining a light on…
Voter ID backers sue California attorney general over ballot description
Backers of a November ballot measure that would require Californians to verify their identity when voting sued state…
L.A. County supervisors approve ballot measure to restore funds for jail alternatives
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday took a crucial step toward restoring county funding for…