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Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on state storage of newborn DNA, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation

California's newborn genetic biobank remains shrouded in secrecy despite new legislation aimed at increasing transparency.
SB 1099 requires the state to report only the volume of DNA samples stored and sold, without revealing research details.

Newsom vetoes bill that would have offered home mortgage aid to undocumented immigrants

Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill to aid undocumented immigrants in buying homes due to funding limitations.
The California Dream for All program has exhausted its funding, halting new applications.

Mathews: California goes to war against campers and their encampments

California is focusing on enforcing anti-camping laws rather than addressing major issues like crime and climate change, marking a significant policy shift.

Can education 'master plan' address California's income gap? Why Newsom thinks so

California's new education master plan aims to narrow wealth inequality through enhanced vocational training and career access for underserved groups.

Newsom decries SoCal city that's banning homeless shelters

Gov. Newsom threatens legal action against Norwalk for banning homeless shelters amidst a statewide homelessness crisis.

Amsterdam-Style Cannabis Cafes Are Now Legal in California

California's Assembly Bill 1775 allows cannabis lounges to serve non-psychoactive food and beverages, addressing operational challenges for dispensaries.

Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on state storage of newborn DNA, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation

California's newborn genetic biobank remains shrouded in secrecy despite new legislation aimed at increasing transparency.
SB 1099 requires the state to report only the volume of DNA samples stored and sold, without revealing research details.

Newsom vetoes bill that would have offered home mortgage aid to undocumented immigrants

Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill to aid undocumented immigrants in buying homes due to funding limitations.
The California Dream for All program has exhausted its funding, halting new applications.

Mathews: California goes to war against campers and their encampments

California is focusing on enforcing anti-camping laws rather than addressing major issues like crime and climate change, marking a significant policy shift.

Can education 'master plan' address California's income gap? Why Newsom thinks so

California's new education master plan aims to narrow wealth inequality through enhanced vocational training and career access for underserved groups.

Newsom decries SoCal city that's banning homeless shelters

Gov. Newsom threatens legal action against Norwalk for banning homeless shelters amidst a statewide homelessness crisis.

Amsterdam-Style Cannabis Cafes Are Now Legal in California

California's Assembly Bill 1775 allows cannabis lounges to serve non-psychoactive food and beverages, addressing operational challenges for dispensaries.
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California looking at $2 billion deficit after lawmakers, Newsom slashed spending

California is projected to have a $2 billion deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, a significant improvement from last year's $68 billion shortfall.

Gavin Newsom signals support for bills to crack down on deepfake election content

Gov. Newsom contests figures of California budget, proposes $291.5 billion plan to address $37.86 billion shortfall. Newsom clashes with Elon Musk over AI-generated campaign ads.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs California budget to close major deficit and provide spending for year

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the 2024 budget closing a $47 billion deficit, prioritizing funding for various programs.

California addressing larger budget gap than what Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan estimates, report says

The Legislative Analyst's Office estimates a $55 billion budget gap in California, surpassing Gov. Newsom's reported $44.9 billion shortfall.

California looking at $2 billion deficit after lawmakers, Newsom slashed spending

California is projected to have a $2 billion deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, a significant improvement from last year's $68 billion shortfall.

Gavin Newsom signals support for bills to crack down on deepfake election content

Gov. Newsom contests figures of California budget, proposes $291.5 billion plan to address $37.86 billion shortfall. Newsom clashes with Elon Musk over AI-generated campaign ads.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs California budget to close major deficit and provide spending for year

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the 2024 budget closing a $47 billion deficit, prioritizing funding for various programs.

California addressing larger budget gap than what Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan estimates, report says

The Legislative Analyst's Office estimates a $55 billion budget gap in California, surpassing Gov. Newsom's reported $44.9 billion shortfall.
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Newsom Uses Annual State Address to Confront Republicans Across the Nation

Gov. Newsom defends California's liberal policies against conservative criticism, presenting them as an antidote to right-wing populism.

Will special session prevent California gas price spikes? Gavin Newsom, lawmakers think so

California is pushing legislation to combat high gasoline prices, citing oil companies for alleged price-gouging and a mysterious surcharge. Greater scrutiny on fuel prices needed.

How will the state manage the slow death of California's gasoline industry?

California is considering increasing state oversight of its declining gasoline refinery industry to manage price spikes.

Opponents of Newsom's Mental Health Plan Concede It's Likely to Pass

Opponents of Gov. Gavin Newsom's Proposition 1 concede likely passage.
Proposition 1 includes bond for treatment facilities, housing, changes to tax on personal incomes.

Newsom Uses Annual State Address to Confront Republicans Across the Nation

Gov. Newsom defends California's liberal policies against conservative criticism, presenting them as an antidote to right-wing populism.

Will special session prevent California gas price spikes? Gavin Newsom, lawmakers think so

California is pushing legislation to combat high gasoline prices, citing oil companies for alleged price-gouging and a mysterious surcharge. Greater scrutiny on fuel prices needed.

How will the state manage the slow death of California's gasoline industry?

California is considering increasing state oversight of its declining gasoline refinery industry to manage price spikes.

Opponents of Newsom's Mental Health Plan Concede It's Likely to Pass

Opponents of Gov. Gavin Newsom's Proposition 1 concede likely passage.
Proposition 1 includes bond for treatment facilities, housing, changes to tax on personal incomes.
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California could be first state to hire undocumented college students on campus under new bill

California may become the first state to hire undocumented college students legally, pending the governor's approval.

Reparations bills face concerns from Gov. Gavin Newsom in legislature's final stretch

California's reparations bills are struggling to pass amid financial concerns and potential opposition, despite state budget support for reparations initiatives.

California could be first state to hire undocumented college students on campus under new bill

California may become the first state to hire undocumented college students legally, pending the governor's approval.

Reparations bills face concerns from Gov. Gavin Newsom in legislature's final stretch

California's reparations bills are struggling to pass amid financial concerns and potential opposition, despite state budget support for reparations initiatives.
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1 in 6 CHP jobs are vacant despite historic raises and Gov. Newsom's hiring campaign

CHP vacancies are at a historic high despite significant salary increases and recruiting efforts, with no accountability for hiring failures.

Walters: California's aggressive moves against oil chased out Chevron

Gov. Gavin Newsom's opposition to the oil industry pushed Chevron to move its headquarters from California to Texas, highlighting the clash between environmental policies and economic interests.

Harvey Weinstein may be extradited to California after Newsom signs warrant

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an extradition warrant to transfer Harvey Weinstein from New York to California despite overturned convictions in both states.

Was Gavin Newsom in SLO County this week? Yep, and here's what he was doing

California Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Cambria for a cabinet retreat, dining at Robin's restaurant and visiting Hearst Castle.

The details behind California teachers' compromise with Gov. Newsom over education funding

Gov. Gavin Newsom and California Teachers Association reached an agreement to protect school funding amid budget revisions.

Gavin Newsom's budget won't fund key homeless programs. Democrats want to claw money back

California lawmakers are planning to restore cuts in homelessness and housing programs proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom to tackle a $45 billion deficit.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom postpones state address as mental health proposition falls flat with voters

Gov. Gavin Newsom postponed State of the State address due to uncertain outcome of Proposition 1.
Proposition 1 crucial for Newsom's homelessness and mental health care reform strategy.

San Mateo County to launch mental health CARE Court' to bring homeless people off street

San Mateo County launches a mental health court to compel homeless people with severe mental health disorders into treatment plans, part of California's CARE Court program led by Gov. Newsom.

Gov. Gavin Newsom postpones state address as mental health proposition falls flat with voters

Gov. Gavin Newsom postponed State of the State address due to uncertain outcome of Proposition 1.
Proposition 1 crucial for Newsom's homelessness and mental health care reform strategy.

San Mateo County to launch mental health CARE Court' to bring homeless people off street

San Mateo County launches a mental health court to compel homeless people with severe mental health disorders into treatment plans, part of California's CARE Court program led by Gov. Newsom.
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When Newsom flies to Italy, a little-known nonprofit will foot the bill. Here's what to know

The California State Protocol Foundation, tied to Gov. Newsom, funds his international trips. The foundation assists with ceremonial events and official travel expenses.

Gavin Newsom and Marshawn Lynch launch new podcast on politics

Gov. Gavin Newsom is launching a podcast called Politickin' with Marshawn Lynch and Doug Hendrickson on July 15.
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Newsom pulls anti-crime ballot measure, capping Democrats' chaotic response to Prop. 47 reform

Gov. Newsom and Democrats withdrew a criminal justice measure after previously proposing it in response to a tough-on-crime initiative.

Gov. Newsom drops anti-crime measure days after announcing it

Gov. Newsom reversed anti-crime measure due to lack of necessary amendments for success.

Newsom pulls anti-crime ballot measure, capping Democrats' chaotic response to Prop. 47 reform

Gov. Newsom and Democrats withdrew a criminal justice measure after previously proposing it in response to a tough-on-crime initiative.

Gov. Newsom drops anti-crime measure days after announcing it

Gov. Newsom reversed anti-crime measure due to lack of necessary amendments for success.
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California Democrats, Gavin Newsom reach budget deal to close major deficit. Here's their plan

The budget deal in California aims to close a $45 billion shortfall by funding homelessness programs, reducing the prison budget, and delaying health care worker wage increases.
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