Technology
Why a new California law could change the way all Americans browse the internet
Legislation recently enacted in California will make it easier for consumers nationwide to protect their data
Economy
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Reporter
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Technology Reporter
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Economy
‘I don’t know what we’re going to do.’ Californians fear loss of food aid as shutdown drags on
More than five million low-income Californians are expected to lose their CalFresh food assistance benefits starting Saturday. States are suing the Trump administration to reinstate aid.
Technology
OpenAI just cut a deal with California. Critics say it’s full of holes
The company behind ChatGPT is converting to a for-profit company and settling an investigation by California’s attorney general. Experts and advocates say the company could still exploit its charitable roots.
Economy
Half a million young Californians aren’t in school or work. Most are men
Thousands of men in California are neither working nor in school. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it a “crisis,” both for the labor market and for men’s mental health.
Technology
LA County moves to limit license plate tracking, citing CalMatters report
Citing a CalMatters report, LA County supervisors voted to push their sheriff to restrict sharing and retention of license plate data collected with high-tech surveillance cameras
Economy
The feds want to know more about the people on food stamps. How Newsom responded
The governor has signed a law that will walk back data sharing meant to increase CalFresh recipients. The new limitations are in response to the federal government’s attempts to collect private data.
Technology
New California law forces chatbots to protect kids’ mental health
Gov. Gavin Newsom approved mandatory monitoring and reminders when kids use chatbots. But a bill supported by child advocates was left unsigned.
Economy
Why ‘no tax on tips’ may have limited benefits for California workers
Experts doubt the effectiveness of ‘no tax on tips,’ especially for California workers who are facing cuts in other benefits.
Economy
Edison’s Eaton Fire compensation plan isn’t enough, residents say
A group representing thousands of residents from Altadena and surrounding areas said Edison’s proposed payouts exclude some residents and underpay others.
Politics
This California city will feel the government shutdown more than any other. Here’s why
San Diego County is bracing for missed paychecks and the possibility of a run on food banks as the federal shutdown extends into its second week.