California will lift its requirement that students and staff wear masks indoors at schools at 11:59 p.m. March 11, making face coverings “strongly recommended” but not mandated, Gov. Gavin Newsom […]
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Board adopts motion formally condemning Russia invasion
The Board of Supervisors this week adopted a motion formally condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine and urging federal elected leaders to take steps ensuring support and protection of Ukrainian […]
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Single-payer health failed in California: Lessons learned?
Single-payer health care didn’t stand a chance in California this year. Even in this deep-blue bastion, Democratic lawmakers shied away from legislation that would have put state government in charge […]
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Newsom awards $50 million to local communities to tackle encampments
Gov. Gavin Newsom today announced the award of $50 million in grants to 19 communities throughout California to provide shelter or housing for 1,401 individuals currently experiencing homelessness in encampments. […]
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Governor calls for state sanctions on Russia
Moving to support the Ukrainian people and protect the interests of Californians, Gov. Gavin Newsom recently sent a letter to the leaders of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), […]
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‘College Corps’ offers student stipends
On Jan. 18, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a new $146 million work service program for college students that offers $10,000 stipends for college expenses to more than 6,000 students who […]
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Proposed bill would mandate vaccine for school children
A state lawmaker said he wants to ensure that all school students in Los Angeles and throughout the state are vaccinated against COVID-19, and to do that, he announced a […]
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Governor brings in state support for rail theft in Los Angeles
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently joined Union Pacific representatives, elected officials, law enforcement and Caltrans crews at the Union Pacific railroad in Los Angeles, the site of a recent spike in […]
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California lawmakers introduce bill aimed at gunmakers
by Antonio Ray Harvey California Black Media Assemblymember Mike Gipson (D-Carson), a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus, joined forces with two other legislators to craft a bill that […]
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Kamlager statement on budget proposal
On Jan. 10, Gov. Newsom announced his 2022-23 Budget Proposal, with notable investments into health care, housing, and the climate crisis. “I am thrilled to see Governor Newsom prioritize economic […]