New California law gives fresh start to rehabilitated ex-offenders – San Diego Union-Tribune
At 15, I became a mom. Desperate to make money to support my baby, I got involved in…
RVs at beach parking lots a symbol of city’s betrayal – San Diego Union-Tribune
I wonder what visitors to our once-beautiful city think when they come to visit San Diego beaches and…
Videos hurt Katie Porter’s bid to be California’s governor
By Dan Walters, CalMatters Then-U.S. Rep. Katie Porter, a Democrat from California, addresses the Women’s Caucus at the…
Oakland Post: Week of October 1 – 7, 2025
“I decided early to give my life to something eternal and absolute. Not too little gods…. but to…
Providing connection and care by the San Diego River – San Diego Union-Tribune
It’s 4 a.m. on a recent Sunday at the San Diego River, and volunteers from various organizations are…
California can’t regulate its way out of paying for mineral rights – Orange County Register
Recently, Governor Gavin Newsom granted a small respite to California’s relentless attack on the state’s natural resources. Newsom…
Prop. 50 lets Californians take a stand for democracy
By Trena Turner, Special for CalMatters Attendees at a rally about redistricting at the Democracy Center of the…
Guest Commentary | Why you should vote ‘Yes’ on Prop. 50 and Measure C – Santa Cruz Sentinel
By Fred Keeley When Gov. Gray Davis was recalled by California’s voters in 2003, there were real reasons.…
Measure A would help keep Santa Clara County hospitals open
We are doctors, not politicians. We have spent our careers caring for Santa Clara County residents on their…
California voters should reject the Prop. 50 gerrymander
By Jeanne Raya, Special for CalMatters California Republican Party’s North Region Vice Chair and Placer County Chair, Mark…
Measure A would increase Santa Clara County sales tax. Is it worth it?
Measure A on the Nov. 4 ballot in Santa Clara County would raise the sales tax by five-eighths…
Ignore federal government’s false claims about our state elections – Marin Independent Journal
Last week, county election officials began mailing ballots to registered voters across California in preparation for the special…