CA governor’s race is a democracy stress test
By Daniel Wolf, Special for CalMatters Gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra spoke to supporters at his election watch party…
Watchdog group busts myths about California data centers – Orange County Register
As usual, California is first in the nation…for ridiculous rules. Recently, Monterey Park residents voted overwhelmingly to permanently…
Forrest Peterson: Distortion of 2nd Amendment creates the need for a Wear Orange Day – West Central Tribune
The orange hunting vest hanging in my basement hasn’t been used in years. Alongside hangs another vest, khaki-colored,…
Dwight Williams: California’s proposed ‘Jobs Tax’ will hit seniors the hardest – Orange County Register
Grocery stores at dawn. Hospital reception desks at midmorning. Hotel front counters at midnight. Across California, seniors in…
California’s Free Diaper Plan Draws Praise and Criticism – The 74
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The race that benefits Karen Bass doesn’t benefit LA voters
By Jim Newton, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This week’s…
What election night results mean for CA governor’s race
By Dan Walters, CalMatters Xavier Becerra speaks to supporters at his official primary election watch party at LA…
As California cuts school counselors, one program shows what’s at stake – Lake County Record-Bee
By Raven Jones-McKinney Across California, at least 5,000 school employees received preliminary pink slips this spring as districts scramble to…
Opinion: San Diego should know better. Don’t close public bathrooms. – San Diego Union-Tribune
For many San Diegans, the proposal to close dozens of public restrooms due to budget cuts may sound…
Opinion: Will California’s next governor help Imperial Valley? – San Diego Union-Tribune
Imperial Valley isn’t on the sidelines of California’s biggest challenges — its residents are living them. With nearly…
The risks California wealth tax advocates are ignoring – Press Telegram
Voters in California this fall will have to determine whether the state will institute a billionaire tax. Advocates…
Gavin Newsom’s rosy painting of California leaves out dark reality – San Diego Union-Tribune
As Gavin Newsom makes his increasingly frequent appearances outside the state — seemingly preparing for a 2028 presidential…