7 new California laws you’ll actually notice
With the new year comes a slew of soon-to-be-spurned resolutions, the slog back to the office after the…
Cat Declawing, Book Censorship Among California’s 2026 Laws
Every year, lawmakers in Sacramento introduce a flurry of bills, most of which are eviscerated during the legislative…
Here’s what to look forward to
The year 2026 is sure to bring another round of big political battles and shifts in leadership ahead…
How Californians can request their personal information be purged by data brokers
Use a loyalty card at a drug store, browse the web, post on social media, get married or…
These new California laws will take effect in 2026 – Orange County Register
The start of a new year is a time to make resolutions and plans for the future. But…
What to know about new California laws taking effect in 2026- CalMatters
By CalMatters Staff, CalMatters The Assembly floor at the state Capitol on June 30, 2025. Photo by Miguel…
These are the 10 most debated bills in California in 2025
By Ryan Sabalow, CalMatters People chat together at the state Capitol in Sacramento on Sept. 12, 2025. Photo…
California sets few rules for charter school oversight. A new report offers improvements. – The Mercury News
California lawmakers have been told over the past two decades that it needs to improve how it oversees…
New laws in California 2026
From bans on declawing cats and plastic grocery bags to new anti-discrimination protections for students and cheaper insulin,…
New laws will change car-buying in California
In summary California lawmakers let automakers opt out of recent changes to the state’s lemon law and approved…
CA Minimum Wage Increases Again on Jan.1, Some Say It’s Not Enough
Californians will see the minimum wage increase to $16.90 per hour starting Jan. 1. The adjustment — a…
The gap between CARE Court’s intent and its application
By Tom Scott, Special for CalMatters A courtroom at the San Diego County Superior Court in San Diego…