Economy

A state report provided to CalMatters says 200 agencies reported no automation around sensitive decisions. Some called the report befuddling.

To avoid regulations, Google and California agreed to commit $45 million in one year to prop up local news outlets. The new program is starting with just half that amount.

Unemployment in the Inland Empire ticked up to 4.9% last month, with lost jobs in trade and transportation. Only a few job categories showed gains.

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s latest budget proposal lays out deep cuts to public universities and health care. It also seeks to more than double the tax credits for Hollywood studios — an expansion moving smoothly through the state Legislature.

Google and California struck a deal last year to fund local news. Now the state is pulling back some of its commitments. Google could follow suit.

House Republicans want to ban state AI regulations for 10 years. California leaders are alarmed.

The Salton Sea will soon become a major hub for California's renewable energy economy, prompting the legislature to take steps to ensure future investments benefit local communities that have long been left behind.

California is experiencing unexpectedly shaky economic conditions, as health care costs rise and Trump's tariffs create ongoing uncertainty.

Unprecedented approval for State Farm after L.A. fires means it can raise premiums in California next month.

Tech that helps businesses make decisions or target ads will be given freer rein following pressure from the governor.