The race for California’s governorship has turned into a mix of unlikely candidates and shifting alliances. A former congressman, once considered a frontrunner, offers little clarity on state issues. A well‑known fundraiser and another former congresswoman have struggled to maintain a clear platf
California's reputation for strict accessibility laws actually creates a messy situation for small businesses. While the state leads the nation in ADA-related lawsuits, most violations are minor—like a slightly off-center handicap parking sign or a bathroom mirror positioned an inch too high. These
"California officials plan to levy a 100 percent tax on money from the former president’s $1. 8 billion relief fund for alleged political violence victims. " "The state’s governor said anyone in California who receives any part of this money will have to pay the full amount back as tax. " "Offic
Anne Kepner is running to replace Aisha Wahab in California’s Senate District 10, and her campaign is built around three big problems: housing is too expensive, good jobs are hard to find, and healthcare costs too much for aging residents. She’s not just talking about these issues; she’s worked on t
Maine families have watched their grocery bills climb for years, and one big reason sits thousands of miles away in California. A state rule called Proposition 12 forces stores to sell only pork and eggs from animals kept in special pens. That sounds nice, but it costs farms more to follow the rules
The sun is coming up, and so are new books that can keep you company on the beach or in a cool chair. Instead of diving straight into fiction, this list highlights nonfiction titles that cover food, sports, history, and more. A memoir from a key figure in the late‑1970s music scene tells the s
April brought tough news for workers across California as the state lost 3, 300 jobs. The Bay Area followed the same trend, shedding 700 positions. But not all areas suffered equally. The South Bay bucked the trend by adding 500 jobs, defying the broader slowdown. The tech industry remains the bigg
California has to keep over 5. 7 million students in safe classrooms and good programs. Some kids speak English at home, some don’t. Some have disabilities, some are top performers. All of them need a state leader who can help districts meet those needs. The current superintendent can’t run again, s
The state rolled out a new online tool aimed at boosting civic participation and restoring faith in politics. The idea sounds promising, but many voters see it as a façade after the recent vote that ended independent redistricting. A majority chose to keep partisan control over how districts are dra
California's latest budget update shows the state sitting on $16. 5 billion more than expected, thanks largely to the tech industry's AI gold rush. This extra cash means no immediate budget shortfalls, allowing the governor to keep funding favorite programs without cutting corners. While this might
