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California Gov. Newsom Signs Teen Sex Solicitation Bill Into Law
The new law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
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California Representatives Seek to Curb Federal Surveillance Drone Powers
Bill HR 4759 was introduced following reports that the federal government used drones to monitor recent ICE protests in Los Angeles.
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FireAid Hires Attorneys to Review $100 Million in Donations for Los Angeles Victims
The celebrity fundraising organization’s law firm plans to review how the donations were disbursed after a public outcry.
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Newsom Issues Order Focusing on Mental Health, Suicide Crisis Among Young Men
California targets suicide prevention, mentorship, and workforce connection amid rising mental health challenges and death rates.
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Newsom Plans to Redistrict California in ‘Tit for Tat’ Response to Texas
Gov. Gavin Newsom said democracy is at stake if Texas redraws its congressional map and vowed to make up any lost blue seats in California.
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US, Mexico Reach Agreement on Long-Standing Sewage Crisis in Tijuana River
Millions of gallons of treated and untreated sewage makes its way into the Tijuana River on a daily basis, according to officials.
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Appeals Court Upholds Block on California’s Background Check to Buy Ammunition
The court ruled that the law regulates activity protected by the Second Amendment because ammunition is necessary for the use of firearms.
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Push to Rewild Nearly 1,200 Grizzly Bears in California Sparks Concerns
A new study says it’s possible for the grizzly bear, long extinct in California, to be reintroduced.
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California Community Colleges Consider New Application Fee to Deter Scammers
The plan includes potential waivers for students who have financial hardship.
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Most California Voters Say Special Interests Have Too Much Influence on Policy: Poll
The majority of California voters also view American democracy as under attack and don’t trust tech leaders.
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Teen Sex Solicitation Bill Advances in California Senate
It would authorize felony punishment for solicitation of any minor by an adult who is more than three years older than the minor.
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DOJ Sues California Over Regulations Allegedly Pushing Up Egg Prices
Liberal policies have caused “massive inflation” for everyday items such as eggs, said Attorney General Pam Bondi.
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Trump Admin Sues California Over Alleged Title IX Violations in Girls’ Athletics
The Justice Department is asking a federal judge to issue an injunction ‘prohibiting ... males in athletic competitions designated for females.’
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Californians Benefit From SALT Deduction Cap Increase in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
The SALT deduction means taxpayers can deduct state and local taxes, such as property and income taxes, from their federal taxable income.
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California Rejects Federal Push to End Transgender Participation in School Sports
The state refused to sign a federal resolution agreement and says its laws support athletic participation based on gender identity.
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California Officials Tout New Crime Stats But Report Lacks Full Picture
The state’s 2024 crime reports are missing data from parts of Los Angeles, San Diego, and Kern counties.
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Newsom Signs Bills Overhauling California’s Landmark Environmental Law
The measures are aimed at helping the state combat the ongoing housing crisis, according to the governor’s office.
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$322 Billion California State Budget Earmarks Funds for High-Speed Rail, Tax Credits for Hollywood
California has passed the $322 billion total budget bill. Here’s what is in it.
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Supreme Court Declines Pork Producers’ Challenge to California Animal Welfare Law
A federal appeals court previously dismissed the lawsuit.
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Republican State Lawmakers Urge Trump to Avoid ICE Operations at Workplaces
The White House remains focused on public safety threats and the deportation of illegal criminals, according to a spokesperson.
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California Gov. Newsom Signs Teen Sex Solicitation Bill Into Law
The new law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
|
California Representatives Seek to Curb Federal Surveillance Drone Powers
Bill HR 4759 was introduced following reports that the federal government used drones to monitor recent ICE protests in Los Angeles.
|
FireAid Hires Attorneys to Review $100 Million in Donations for Los Angeles Victims
The celebrity fundraising organization’s law firm plans to review how the donations were disbursed after a public outcry.
|
Newsom Issues Order Focusing on Mental Health, Suicide Crisis Among Young Men
California targets suicide prevention, mentorship, and workforce connection amid rising mental health challenges and death rates.
|
Newsom Plans to Redistrict California in ‘Tit for Tat’ Response to Texas
Gov. Gavin Newsom said democracy is at stake if Texas redraws its congressional map and vowed to make up any lost blue seats in California.
|
US, Mexico Reach Agreement on Long-Standing Sewage Crisis in Tijuana River
Millions of gallons of treated and untreated sewage makes its way into the Tijuana River on a daily basis, according to officials.
|
Appeals Court Upholds Block on California’s Background Check to Buy Ammunition
The court ruled that the law regulates activity protected by the Second Amendment because ammunition is necessary for the use of firearms.
|
Push to Rewild Nearly 1,200 Grizzly Bears in California Sparks Concerns
A new study says it’s possible for the grizzly bear, long extinct in California, to be reintroduced.
|
California Community Colleges Consider New Application Fee to Deter Scammers
The plan includes potential waivers for students who have financial hardship.
|
Most California Voters Say Special Interests Have Too Much Influence on Policy: Poll
The majority of California voters also view American democracy as under attack and don’t trust tech leaders.
|
Teen Sex Solicitation Bill Advances in California Senate
It would authorize felony punishment for solicitation of any minor by an adult who is more than three years older than the minor.
|
DOJ Sues California Over Regulations Allegedly Pushing Up Egg Prices
Liberal policies have caused “massive inflation” for everyday items such as eggs, said Attorney General Pam Bondi.
|
Trump Admin Sues California Over Alleged Title IX Violations in Girls’ Athletics
The Justice Department is asking a federal judge to issue an injunction ‘prohibiting ... males in athletic competitions designated for females.’
|
Californians Benefit From SALT Deduction Cap Increase in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
The SALT deduction means taxpayers can deduct state and local taxes, such as property and income taxes, from their federal taxable income.
|
California Rejects Federal Push to End Transgender Participation in School Sports
The state refused to sign a federal resolution agreement and says its laws support athletic participation based on gender identity.
|
California Officials Tout New Crime Stats But Report Lacks Full Picture
The state’s 2024 crime reports are missing data from parts of Los Angeles, San Diego, and Kern counties.
|
Newsom Signs Bills Overhauling California’s Landmark Environmental Law
The measures are aimed at helping the state combat the ongoing housing crisis, according to the governor’s office.
|
$322 Billion California State Budget Earmarks Funds for High-Speed Rail, Tax Credits for Hollywood
California has passed the $322 billion total budget bill. Here’s what is in it.
|
Supreme Court Declines Pork Producers’ Challenge to California Animal Welfare Law
A federal appeals court previously dismissed the lawsuit.
|
Republican State Lawmakers Urge Trump to Avoid ICE Operations at Workplaces
The White House remains focused on public safety threats and the deportation of illegal criminals, according to a spokesperson.
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