Cap and trade gets a new name and a new mission
By Dan Walters, CalMatters A high speed rail ramp under construction in Fresno on Sept. 12, 2025. The…
Trump again sides with agriculture in CA’s water wars
By Dan Walters, CalMatters A view of the San Joaquin River and nearby farmland in Stockton, Oct. 23,…
Trump weaponizes tragedy to justify targeting Afghan refugees – San Diego Union-Tribune
The recent death of West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom and the grievous wounding of her colleague,…
Why sickle cell care must remain a state priority – San Diego Union-Tribune
For years, my family struggled to understand the constant, mysterious pain my younger sister and I endured. Her…
Empathy isn’t ‘woke’ — it’s fundamental to humanity – San Diego Union-Tribune
Again this year, San Diegans are flocking to see performances based on “A Christmas Carol” at the Old…
Who’s seeks fire aid for LA, candidate or Gov. Newsom?
By Dan Walters, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California Gov.…
Cal State San Marcos provides $64 return on every state dollar – San Diego Union-Tribune
On Nov. 18, the California State University system released its latest Economic Impact Report — and the results…
CA water partnerships are effective and in danger
By Letitia Grenier and Jeff Mount, Special for CalMatters Residents in Planada drive through a flooded neighborhood after…
Joan Didion’s words after the 1988 writers’ strike still ring true
Dec. 7, 2025 7 AM PT To the editor: Because none of your literary commentators on Joan Didion…
Los Angeles can’t turn back now on homelessness progress – Daily News
For the first time since Los Angeles began tracking homelessness, the number of unhoused Angelenos has fallen for…
San Jose’s vast surveillance network is watching you. Be afraid.
The government surveils you every time you drive through San Jose, collecting a trove of highly revealing data…
San Jose’s vast surveillance network is watching you. Be afraid.
The government surveils you every time you drive through San Jose, collecting a trove of highly revealing data…