State GovernmentFormer judges say mass firings could undermine immigration court systemSeptember 30, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaThe Trump Administration has fired dozens of federal immigration judges nationwide, including in Sacramento, raising concerns that inexperienced replacements could undermine fair hearings for immigrants.
EnvironmentHas Gavin Newsom changed his tune on Big Oil? Some environmentalists say yesSeptember 26, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldThe Governor’s recent approval of a bill to boost in-state oil production draws criticism from environmental advocates. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Housing and HomelessnessWhy figuring out how many homes California needs is more art than scienceSeptember 26, 202556,000. 2.7 million. 840,000. Why is one of California’s most pressing policy problems so hard to measure?
State GovernmentRicardo Lara proposes insurance rule that critics call ‘revenge’September 25, 2025California’s insurance commissioner has sparred with Consumer Watchdog, which says his proposed rule is retaliatory.
Spanish/EspañolGobernador Gavin Newsom renueva su enfoque en el bienestar de los hombres jóvenes tras la muerte de Charlie KirkSeptember 24, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldLa iniciativa requiere que 10.000 jóvenes se ofrezcan como voluntarios en sus comunidades y reduzcan el estigma que rodea a la salud mental.
ImmigrationCalifornia law forbids ICE from making arrests at courthouses. Officers are showing up anywaySeptember 23, 2025A California law bans immigration enforcement at county courthouses. ICE under the Trump administration is detaining people there, anyway, arguing it’s a safe place to apprehend someone.
State GovernmentCalifornia bans masks meant to hide law enforcement officers' identitiesSeptember 20, 2025 | Gerardo ZavalaThe law, opposed by police organizations, was aimed by lawmakers at immigration agents and will test state powers over the conduct of federal officials.
EnvironmentNewsom signs climate overhaul, extending cap and trade while boosting oil drillingSeptember 19, 2025A set of laws Gov. Gavin Newsom signed today extends California clean-energy programs while taking steps to shore up oil and gas production. It also opens the door to a Western energy grid.
State GovernmentGovernor Gavin Newsom renews focus on well-being of young men following Charlie Kirk’s deathSeptember 17, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldThe initiative calls for 10,000 young men to volunteer in their communities and reduce mental health stigma.
State GovernmentHere’s how Newsom’s maps are already changing California’s congressional racesSeptember 16, 2025California congressional wannabes aren’t waiting for Prop. 50 to start campaigning in the newly drawn districts. Candidates are evaluating which seats they stand the greatest chance of winning in.
