California’s new attempt to help struggling newsrooms faces key test
A new plan by California lawmakers to help fund the state’s struggling journalism organizations could advance in the…
What you should know about the $351.7 billion state budget Newsom just signed
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed his final state budget as governor, a $351.7-billion spending plan that seeks…
Comic Carlos Mencia arrested on suspicion of felony tax evasion
Comedian Carlos Mencia, who broke out in the early 2000s with his Comedy Central series “Mind of Mencia,”…
California billionaire tax proposal has enough support to get on the November ballot, official says
A proposal to temporarily increase taxes on billionaires in California to counter federal cuts to healthcare for low-income…
California Wealth Tax Sparks Debate Among Billionaires, Voters
Americans really want wealth taxes. So far, they’re not really succeeding. The latest tax-the-rich proposal to make waves…
California governor election guide: Immigration, homelessness, affordability
Democratic and Republican candidates vying to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom have been sparring on televised debates and…
California voter guide for the June 2 primary election
California voters will decide who their next governor is in November. So before you vote, we want to…
Another sales tax hike? Costs a factor in L.A. in healthcare measure
It’s been years since Los Angeles County voters met a sales tax they didn’t like. They agreed to…
Tom Steyer courted Latino voters in Santa Ana. Did he succeed?
When a friend asked if Tom Steyer could stop by my wife Delilah’s downtown Santa Ana restaurant, I…
Candidates for California governor tangle in testy debate with mail voting already underway
Seven candidates who want to be California’s next governor kicked off their latest debate Tuesday with sharp attacks…
Book featuring Sacramento tax strategist offers roadmap to lower taxes for small businesses
New bestseller featuring Sacramento tax strategist offers roadmap to lower taxes for small businesses WELCOME BACK. A SACRAMENTO…
Column: Take a cue from the California billionaire unbothered by a targeted tax
I don’t really understand why tax avoidance is the holy grail of the richest American families. When you’ve…