State Government

California Senate Supports State-Backed Bank For Pot Money

May 31, 2018

(AP) — California lawmakers moved Wednesday to create a state-backed bank to handle the billions of dollars flowing from the newly legal recreational marijuana market.

State Government

Sexual Harassment Scandals, Progressive Politics Follow California Democrats To Convention This Weekend

February 23, 2018 | Ben Adler

Thousands of Dems are converging on San Diego for the state party’s annual gathering. Their eyes are on the 2018 election — but they're also hoping to move beyond sexual harassment allegations plaguing the Capitol.

Bill Seeking To Restrict Counties From Contracting Out Government Service Draws Strong Opposition

August 28, 2017 | Chris Nichols

Opposition is growing against a bill in the California Legislature that would add strict new requirements before any counties can contract out for government services.

Environment

Should Congress Make It Legal To Mountain Bike In Wilderness Areas?

August 16, 2017 | Ezra David Romero

A bill from California Republican Tom McClintock would allow biking in the country’s 109 million acres of wilderness, but not everyone loves the idea of allowing bikes into wilderness areas.

Health Care

Obamacare 'Skinny Repeal' Fails. What's Next For California?

July 28, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

After days of debate, the Senate failed to pass the "skinny repeal" of Obamacare. Health Care Reporter Sammy Caiola explains reactions in California.

Health Care

Covered California Delays Premium Rates Release, Citing ACA Concerns

July 18, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

Insurance rates for Covered California insurance plans were supposed to be released this month, but officials are holding off until August due to continued uncertainty surrounding the Affordable Care Act.

Republican State Senator Receives Threatening Messages

April 21, 2017 | Randol White

The only Republican state senator to vote this month in favor of raising the gas tax is getting hundreds of threatening messages.

Calif. Senate Approves Bill Requiring Passengers Buck Up When Riding In Buses

April 20, 2017

The California State Senate has unanimously approved a bill requiring passengers buckle up when riding in buses that are equipped with safety belts.

Sen Boxer Delivers Farewell Speech on Capitol Hill

December 7, 2016 | Randol White

One of California's most outspoken politicians is saying her goodbyes to colleagues in Washington D.C.