California Divide

The LA fires have left domestic workers and day laborers jobless. They may soon be hired for wildfire cleanup work, where they can be exposed to ash and other toxins.

Private firefighters are a growing part of insurance companies’ strategy to head off wildfire-related damages. But Cal Fire says they can sometimes pose a safety risk.

"If this is the new normal, this is absolute economic devastation," says one local economist.

The law allows workers to not attend anti-union meetings hosted by their employers.

While pandemic-era safety net programs ended, 2024 saw an increase in guaranteed income pilot programs.

California officials continued to fight with cities that don't want to build more housing and everyone struggled to find more money to pay for new housing.

Voters said no to expanded rent control, but tenants facing evictions will have more time to fight to keep their homes under a new California law.

The California Transportation Foundation hosts events designed to foster interest and inspire younger Californians to enter the industry.

California’s northernmost seven counties have made a concerted effort to combat poverty and outmigration in their communities.

Community Cycles of California gives “justice involved” individuals employment training through a state grant.