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September 26, 2022
Cities and towns across California only get the libraries they can afford
California public libraries depend on local funding, creating wide disparities among communities across the state.
September 25, 2022
New program to give ineligible University of California applicants a path to admission
Each year, many students apply to the University of California but didn't take all the high school classes required for admission. A new program will give them the chance to still get a spot in the system.
September 23, 2022
Flu is expected to flare up in U.S. this winter, raising fears of a 'twindemic'
After virtually disappearing for the last two years, there are troubling clues that the flu could come roaring back this year, to cause trouble alongside COVID.
September 23, 2022
Northern California wildfires: Where to find updates on air quality, evacuations, and official information
Here’s a list of resources to track the latest information on the wildfires burning throughout Northern California.
September 22, 2022
What’s next for Eleni Kounalakis as California lieutenant governor?
In a 50-minute interview with CalMatters, Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis talks about what she can and can’t do in the job on higher education, income inequality, offshore oil drilling and other issues. She also discusses her political ambitions.
A new study says that low-income households bear the brunt of electricity costs
A large part of the average electric bill in California goes toward funding climate change mitigation, solar subsidies and other measures – which comes at a heavy cost for low-income customers.
Facing lower-than-expected revenues, Newsom vetoes spending bills
The huge surpluses of the past two years were due in large part to wealthier earners doing well financially during the pandemic. But there are signs that trend is starting to slow.
September 22, 2022
As Sacramento schools try to address the mental health crisis, vulnerable students suffer
With so many students requiring mental health support and school districts confronting mental health clinician shortages, local organizations are stepping up to bridge the gap for students of color to meet the demand.
September 21, 2022
Will women rule in the 2022 California election?
While female candidates still face challenges, voters could elect a record number of women to the state Legislature in November. The roster of female lawmakers could rise to 45 of the 120 seats, according to a CalMatters analysis.
September 21, 2022
Covid still kills, but the demographics of its victims are shifting
Californians were far less likely to die from covid in the first seven months of 2022 than during the first two years of the pandemic.