Elections

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Technology

How Meta brings in millions off political violence

Ads connected to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and Israel’s war in Gaza brought Facebook millions.

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Colin Lecher

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Tomas Apodaca

• October 4, 2024

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Politics

Candidates for California governor mostly agree as they face off two years before the election

Four Democrats running for governor in 2026 answer questions before the National Union of Healthcare Workers, even before California voters have their November 2024 ballots. Tony Thurmond won a non-binding straw poll.

By

Alexei Koseff

• September 29, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris, wearing a tan blazer and black shirt, stands behind a podium with as hundreds of supporters stand behind her, waving signs with her name at a campaign rally.

Elections

Gavin Newsom has not solved California’s housing crisis. Three lessons for Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris pledges to build 3 million affordable homes and apartments in her first term as president, but Gov. Newsom has fallen short on a similar campaign promise in California. What lessons can she learn?

By

Alexei Koseff

• September 25, 2024

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Justice

6 myths about California crime as voters now favor this measure on drugs, retail theft

Worries about retail theft and fentanyl deaths shaped a November ballot measure that would toughen some criminal penalties. Here are the facts about California crime trends.

By

Nigel Duara

• September 19, 2024

A man sits in an orange prison uniform in front of shelves filled with legal books. Above the shelves are boxes labeled "Official Ballot Drop Box."

Elections

Thousands in California’s jails have the right to vote — but here’s why many won’t

While incarcerated Californians who aren’t serving a state or federal felony sentence are eligible to vote, most county jails don’t make it very easy. A bill on Gov. Newsom’s desk would test in-person voting in jails in three counties.

By

Sameea Kamal

• September 16, 2024

Elections

‘Mess’ and ‘destruction’: Fact-checking Trump’s attacks on California and Kamala Harris

Donald Trump didn’t attack California or Kamala Harris’s home-state record during their presidential debate. He didn’t miss his chance on a fundraising visit, blasting the state on crime, homelessness and more.

By

Yue Stella Yu

• September 13, 2024

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Elections

‘Steam engine’ or cautionary tale? Experts weigh in on AI role in California elections

At its 50th anniversary event, the state’s campaign finance watchdog looks to the future with a discussion on artificial intelligence. Attorney General Rob Bonta warns AI companies about state laws against voter deception.

By

Yue Stella Yu

• September 11, 2024

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Politics

Project 2025 to California: Report abortion data or lose billions in Medicaid

If the next Republican president implements Project 2025, California will face an ultimatum: report sensitive abortion data to the CDC or jeopardize Medicaid funding.

By

Monique O. Madan

• September 11, 2024

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Health

How will California health care change under Trump or Harris? Here’s what their records show

Kamala Harris investigated the market power of huge California health care companies. Donald Trump compelled hospitals to disclose prices. Here's a look at their 2024 priorities on health.

By

Ana B. Ibarra

• September 3, 2024

Capitol

From inmate release to immigrant home-buying aid, California bills spur end-of-session fireworks

Some Democrats are pushing bills that could put their colleagues on the hot seat in an election year. The authors say they’re representing their constituents and there’s never a perfect time for votes.

By

Sameea Kamal

• August 29, 2024