San Jose puts hotel tax measure on June ballot
Facing yet another major budget shortfall, San Jose leaders have greenlit a proposal to hike taxes on hotel…
SCUSD to lay off preschool, classified employees
In its current endeavor to avoid a state takeover amid a $113 million deficit, layoffs were approved to…
San Jose faces ‘tough choices’ as officials confront up to $65M budget deficit
San Jose leaders are warning of “tough” financial decisions and “hard choices” as this year’s budget season officially gets underway.…
Fresno Unified employees voice budget cut concerns at board meeting
As the Fresno Unified School District navigates a budget deficit, classified employees are voicing their concerns about possible…
Multi-million dollar deficit raises public safety concerns in Sacramento County
Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper is sounding the alarm over what he says could be a $14 million…
Sacramento City Unified leaders optimistic despite $113 million deficit
Sacramento City Unified School District leaders expressed optimism Friday about making progress toward resolving its financial crisis despite…
Sacramento City Unified leaders seek solutions to close budget deficit
Sacramento City Unified School District leaders are pushing to find solutions to close a budget deficit in the…
California group opposes property tax hike, billionaires’ tax | California
(The Center Square) – Officials with the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association are concerned about efforts to raise property…
City Council debates free Sunday parking at Balboa Park amid resident backlash
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — San Diego residents are expressing frustration over new parking fees at Balboa Park, prompting…
Oakland Unified School District makes progress on closing $100M budget deficit
The Oakland Unified School District appears to be making progress on its effort to close a massive $100…
California Senate panel discusses state’s budget woes
(The Center Square) – California lawmakers and finance officials on Wednesday talked over how best to resolve a…
Letters to the Editor: Californians deserve more budget accountability from their leadership
Jan. 14, 2026 6 AM PT To the editor: This Los Angeles Times article rightly highlights the uncertainty…