State GovernmentJudge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardroomsJuly 6, 2026California’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.
State GovernmentKevin Kiley challenges Richard Pan to debate series in D-6 raceJuly 6, 2026Rep. Kevin Kiley has challenged Dr. Richard Pan to five debates in California’s 6th District race, spotlighting clashes over taxes, schools and Kiley’s Trump-aligned voting record.
State GovernmentCalifornia schools must follow new cellphone, bathroom and safety lawsJuly 1, 2026California schools must implement new laws, including gender-neutral bathrooms, limited cellphone use and suicide prevention hotline numbers on student IDs.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s state workers protest as return to office mandate takes effectJuly 1, 2026 | Laura FitzgeraldState worker unions argue the administration should negotiate over telework policy.
