The U.S. Justice Department alleges that California's immigrant-friendly policies violate the U.S. Constitution by hampering enforcement of federal laws.
Toni Atkins is set to make history as the first person in more than 100 years to lead both houses of the California Legislature. While no one expects her to erase the Capitol’s deep rivalries, she is well positioned to tamp them down.
The Los Angeles Unified School District has a multimillion-dollar project to fix or shut down tainted water fountains. It's taking calls from other districts seeking advice on how to do the same.