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Wildfire liability, a budget deal, electric trucks and dead cows
Legislature feels heat on wildfire plan. CPUC, utilities prepare to square off at U.S. Supreme Court. Democrats leery of tax hikes.
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Finding a friend in Oregon, Newsom’s lawsuit pays off and the Nazi next door
Oregon may join California's cap-and-trade market. Why CSU students pay more for parking. Tom Steyer wades into a new political fight.
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“Electability” in the 2020 primary, polling on housing, and Newsom’s office budget
California voters weigh 2020 presidential electability, want state action to fix housing crisis. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis counts wounds from tariffs.
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More bad homelessness news, why college is so pricey and special election day
California gets more grim homelessness news. Casinos fight to keep tax break. Higher education is no longer the bargain it once was.
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An opioid suit, an opioid tax and a piece of history
California sues, looks to tax opioid maker. Newsom clarifies stand on vaccination legislation. "Gimme Shelter" sifts through housing bill wreckage.
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Presidential politics, what was unsaid, and a scary moment
Democratic presidential hopefuls shop for California support but steer clear of state issues. Kamala Harris has a scary moment. Democrats get new leader.
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A minimum wage quirk, trash, tenants’ rights, and bills that died (for now)
Higher minimum wages impact nonprofits that employ developmentally disabled workers. State resets trash goals. Tenants rights bills fizzle.
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Police use of force, a hedge against Trump, and childcare for candidates
Law on use of police force moves closer to reality. Democrats continue push for health care legislation. Senate approves "Trump insurance" bill.
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Mercy, confidentiality, ghost guns, wildfires and the ‘Game of College’
Newsom tries to keep pardon petitions confidential. Water districts seek protection from fire liability. Legislature looks to combat 'ghost guns.'
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Gas-powered engines, Democrats’ turmoil, and clean water
r Resources Board chair delivers message to auto industry. Proposed clean water tax hits snag. California Democrats prepare to elect new chair.