California Republicans rally at their state convention, hoping to win a statewide office for the first time since 2006 and help the GOP retake control of Congress. But divisions between pro-Trump, conservative and traditional factions were difficult to ignore.
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Yet another setback for PG&E wildfire victims
A key advocate left the PG&E wildfire victims fund after he was embroiled in a sexual harassment scandal at Sonoma State University.
As primary looms, California voting made simple
CalMatters has launched an election guide with everything you need to know about California voting for the June 7 primary.
Tax Day reveals difficult California truth: Many in financial straits
CalMatters is dedicated to explaining how state government impacts our lives. Your support helps us produce journalism that makes a difference. Donate now. Today, as millions of Californians rush to file their tax returns and apply for tax credits, state lawmakers are returning to Sacramento from an 11-day spring recess — and preparing to resume negotiations over […]
The curious case of California’s disappearing kids
For the first time since the start of the century, fewer than 6 million kids are attending California public schools.
California lawmakers recess as crises collide
California lawmakers are calling for urgent action on gas tax relief and crime, but it may take a while to see meaningful progress.
Key COVID relief to expire: Advocates warn of ‘eviction tsunami’
CalMatters is dedicated to explaining how state government impacts our lives. Your support helps us produce journalism that makes a difference. Donate now. A key deadline in California’s pandemic response is looming: March 31 is the last day for residents to apply to the state’s COVID rent relief program. Starting April 1, landlords can move to evict […]
Crime, homelessness emerge as California Democrats’ weak spots
A new poll finds that crime and homelessness are key issues for California voters and that Gov. Newsom’s approval rating has dropped.
A candidate to improve the California GOP image?
Republican Brian Dahle’s campaign for governor will probably fail, but could help the GOP to regain relevance in California.
California to loosen some mandates — and rethink school mask rules
California appears to be on the brink of one of its most dramatic shifts in COVID policy: changing school mask mandates.