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California AB 1803: Why religious groups are clashing with new state law
A new mandate for workplace anti-hate speech training has critics saying the state is overstepping into religious territory.
Trump administration sues California over mail-in ballot dispute
The DOJ wants to pause the counting of 20,000 ballots, alleging noncitizens are on the rolls, while California officials slam the move as voter suppression.
Gavin Newsom and Arnold Schwarzenegger reflect on California climate laws
The two California leaders met at the Economic Summit to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the state's landmark global warming legislation.
Donald Trump faces backlash after comments about LA and San Diego
California leaders call the president 'deranged' after he suggested Iran could target the two cities during a rally in Nebraska.
California heatwave: Power grid under pressure as scorching temps hit
Utilities are asking residents to cut back on energy usage as a massive heatwave threatens to strain the state's power supply.
California smart glasses bill vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom
The proposed law aimed to stop secret recordings from tech like Meta and Snap glasses, but Newsom says the language was too messy to work.
California CARS Act: New rules for car dealers in the Golden State
A fresh law is hitting California dealerships to stop shady price games and bait-and-switch tactics on car buyers.
Donald Trump: Why some say he's an 'accidental' climate hero
The ongoing war with Iran has spiked global oil costs, forcing countries to ditch fossil fuels for renewables faster than anyone expected.
California bans child marriage, ending a legal loophole
Governor Gavin Newsom signed new legislation that sets the minimum age for marriage at 18, closing a door on a practice still legal in 32 other states.
Gavin Newsom signs new California laws to protect workers from AI
The governor is clamping down on workplace surveillance and AI-driven layoffs while throwing shade at federal inaction.
California bans public officials from dropping memecoins
Gov. Newsom signed a new law blocking officials from issuing memecoins, citing a need to keep public office and crypto-profit vibes completely separate.
Gavin Newsom: New California DUI laws crack down on repeat offenders
Gov. Newsom signed four new bills aiming to stop repeat drunk drivers and increase penalties for fatal accidents.
Dolly Parton Day: States and cities honor the late icon on 9/25
Across the U.S., communities are hosting parades and events to honor the legendary singer on a date chosen as a nod to her hit song, 9 to 5.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco ordered to return 650k seized ballots
The California Supreme Court ruled that the sheriff’s move to seize ballots during an election investigation was totally unlawful.