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Accountability bill aims to measure tangible results of California bonds | Opinion Assembly Bill 1754, authored by Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco, D-Downey, would bring some much-needed sunshine to future statewide general...
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Ramos’ California Indian Freedom Act hits an impasse with opponents
Bill creates new mechanisms for tribal members to protect religious practices on state owned land, but opponents say it’s heavy-handed.
Do campus protest rules target students of color? Bill seeks data to find out
In 2024, California passed a law to strengthen its policies restricting campus protests. Some say its implementation has targeted students of color.
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16th Celebrate Natomas festival this weekend to offer live music, free activities - Sacramento Bee Sacramento Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes, who... Mayor Kevin McCarty, Sacramento City Councilman Eric Guerra and Councilman Roger Dickinson.
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California bill aims to speed up high-speed rail construction - Sacramento Bee The bill, authored by Sen. Dave Cortese, D-San Jose, will return to the Assembly Appropriations Committee, which placed it on its suspense file...
CA high-speed rail says permitting gap is causing delays. This bill targets it
Senate Bill 1425 would allow the High-Speed Rail Authority to issue encroachment permits along the authority’s right-of-way.
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What does 'when children are present' mean in CA school zones? When to slow down In 2026, Assembly Bill... What to know. August 5, 2026 9:30 AM. Profile Image of Angela Rodriguez · Angela Rodriguez. The Modesto Bee. 279-386-2738.
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California bill would limit ticket scalping. Is it the solution to high prices? - Sacramento Bee Standing under the stage lights during a Tuesday news conference at Harlow's nightclub in Sacramento, Assemblymember Matt Haney made his pitch to...
CA High-Speed Rail funding needs among ‘transparency concerns’ in critique
The state project’s inspector general told Gov. Gavin Newsom the project could run out of money in 16 months.
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Rural California counties urge statewide partnership for indigent defense | Opinion - Sacramento Bee AB 690, authored by Assemblymember Nick Schultz, D-Burbank, aims to ban this practice and overhaul how counties provide legal help for the poor.
California’s ‘Fair Share’ proposal could lead to unfair hiring, advocates warn
California’s Fair Share proposal aims to make big corporations pay more toward healthcare. Some advocates worry workers could pay the price.
California AG, Paramount debate landmark merger in separate appearances
Paramount Chief Legal Officer Makan Delrahim and Attorney General Rob Bonta spoke about the ongoing antitrust battle in the company’s proposed merger with Warner Brothers.
Behavioral health treatment programs hit major milestones, Newsom announces
More than $11 billion in grant and bond money has funded 15 new mental health treatment facilities across the state, Gov. Gavin Newsom said.
California US senator pushes for nationwide legal representation for immigrants
Research consistently finds that legal representation is crucial to improving an individual’s chances of winning their immigration case.
Nancy Pelosi talks 2026 midterms, potential Gavin Newsom 2028 presidential run
Pelosi announced last November she will retire after 38 years in Congress, cementing a legacy as a master negotiator who unified party factions.
Do you trust your boss with data about your brain? California moves to regulate neurotech
Brain sensors are advancing, and California companies, lawmakers and unions are jockeying to shape how the resulting data can be used.
Health education bill sent to Newsom’s desk after unanimous vote in Legislature
The Ready to Learn, Ready for Health Act proposes updated educational frameworks that include materials on preventive health measures.
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As Sacramento council returns, what can it do about ongoing meeting disruptions? A member of the audience yells at Sacramento City Council members during a meeting on July 28. Moments later, Mayor Kevin McCarty called for a recess.
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Sacramento top stories: Heat, coach mental health bill, Tahoe avalanche report A California bill would mandate mental health training for... Assembly Bill 1985, authored by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, D-Thousand...
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Newsom announces two nominations for appeals court based in Sacramento Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday nominated Lauri Damrell and David Sapp to serve as associate justices in California's 3rd Appellate District,...
Newsom to California agencies: Better prepare for artificial intelligence attacks
“California can either wait for the next crisis, or we can build the kind of defenses this moment demands. We are choosing to build.”
Guaranteed paid vacation? Senators Padilla, Sanders reintroduce federal bill
Workers would be guaranteed at least two weeks of paid vacation under the Guaranteed Paid Vacation Act.
Dolores Huerta, other activists urge lawmakers to avert CalFresh ‘hunger crisis’
The labor leader and other activists urged Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislators to use reserves to prevent CalFresh cuts under HR 1.
After student athlete’s suicide, bill would mandate coach mental health training
22-year-old Sarah Shulze died by suicide in 2022. Now, her family is championing a bill that would mandate mental health training for college coaches.
