Padilla introduces a new bill to counter Trump’s ‘attacks’ on federal elections
The SHIELD Our Elections Act would empower states and voters to enforce federal election laws and strengthen accountability mechanisms.
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SF Democrats set date for D8 endorsement after sexual assault allegation roils race Plus: Becerra's invisible campaign could hurt down-ballot Democrats and Pelosi keeps the money flowing to Chan.
Why Paramount's Warner Bros. deal suddenly looks less certain
State attorneys general, led by California AG Rob Bonta, plan to ask for a trial in 2027 -- after the midterm elections.
Lopez: In L.A.'s underground, the public servants are 80, 90 and 100. It's tough getting old
LADWP is replacing 45 miles of aging water lines annually. As leaks sprout, should it do more?
The Backlash to Newsom’s Return-to-Office Mandate and HHS Withholds Medicaid Payments to California
Newsom’s return-to-office mandate may not help people “fall in love,” but it has created a standoff between the governor and California’s powerful state worker unions.
First on KPBS: Rep. Mike Levin fires back, says ICE policy limits oversight
The acting ICE director defended the policy in a letter to the congressman and his colleagues
Governor Newsom Doubles Down on California’s Commitment to Veterans with Major New Investments
The recently enacted state budget will help advance construction of the long-awaited Southern California Veterans Cemetery in Orange County. Voice of OC is Orange County's nonprofit newsroom. We rely on donations from people like you to sustain our news agency. Please make a contribution today: https://voiceofoc.org/donate
Experts Expound: Newsom’s legacy
What one thing should Gavin Newsom focus on the most to solidify his legacy as governor? Our experts weigh in. Continue reading the full article: Capitol Weekly Original article: https://capitolweekly.net/experts-expound-newsoms-legacy/
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Gavin Newsom’s return-to-office rules are stricter than many states, including Texas California state workers must report to the office four days a week under an executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom. Other states allow more remote work.
Placentia Uses Spending Cuts and Layoffs to Close Budget Deficit
Placentia’s Historic Water Tower, constructed in 1935, on March 9, 2022. Credit: CAROLINE LINTON, Voice of OC " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/voiceofoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/CityLandmark_2022_03_Linton-2.jpg?fit=771%2C434&ssl=1" /> Placentia City Council members largely avoided leaning on reserves to close a budget gap and instead issued spending cuts and laid off a couple employees as staff identified previous miscalculations in the city’s books. Voice of OC is Orange County's nonprofit newsroom. We rely on donations from people like you to sustain our news agency. Please make a contribution today: https://voiceofoc.org/donate
States sue to block Paramount's $111-billion Warner Bros. takeover
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta and 11 other state attorneys general expressed concern that the industry-reshaping deal could spell doom for movie theaters.
How Much is a Sports Complex Worth to Huntington Beach?
A sign outside of the Huntington Beach Sports Complex on Aug. 21, 2025. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/voiceofoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/HBSportsPark_Aug2025_Taylor-5.jpg?fit=771%2C434&ssl=1" /> City leaders are considering a 20-year operations deal for the Sports Complex despite open questions over how much money they stand to make from the deal they’re spending over $14 million on. Voice of OC is Orange County's nonprofit newsroom. We rely on donations from people like you to sustain our news agency. Please make a contribution today: https://voiceofoc.org/donate
CapRadioReporting
‘Swarms’ of bed bugs force California Department of Education employees to work remotely As California state employees begin to follow Governor Gavin Newsom's return to office mandate, some workers in Sacramento are raising alarms about the conditions they're facing.
Governor Newsom and Behested Payments | ‘California Forever’ Updates | Local Poet-Turned-Musician Brandon Leake
Governor Gavin Newsom is fined for not reporting certain charitable donations on time. New developments surrounding a controversial plan to build a new city in California. Finally, the first spoken word artist to win AGT expands his musical talents.
Instead of uniting the left, California's billionaire tax measure has split Democratic allies
The union leader behind California's proposed billionaire tax was in talks with Gov. Gavin Newsom to take it off the ballot.
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Judge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardrooms California’s tribal casinos found an ally in Attorney General Rob Bonta who sought to ban blackjack at private cardrooms, but a judge ruled Bonta overstepped his authority.
