January 10, 2023

The governor’s proposal to slash $6 billion in funding “unquestionably hurts the state more in the long-term,” one climate activist said.

EN RESUMEN Después de años de superávits presupuestarios récord en California, el gobernador Newsom describe un plan para lidiar con un déficit que se proyecta será de unos $22,500 millones. Él dice que puede cumplir sus grandes promesas a pesar del “déficit modesto”. Read this article in English. California retrasará algunos compromisos de gastos, revertirá […]

After years of record California budget surpluses, Gov. Newsom outlines a plan to deal with a deficit he projects at $22.5 billion. He says he can keep his big promises despite the "modest shortfall."

The Northern California chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists honored CalMatters’ work.

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom bragged about California's respect for freedom, but snubbed reporters aren't buying it.