High-end California hotel begins banning childrenA luxury resort's new adults-only policy may violate California's Unruh Civil Rights Act.
They were arrested for sleeping outside while homeless. Now, these Californians are headed to trialThe trial of Wickey Twohands signifies a legal challenge against new camping ordinances targeting the homeless in California.
Los Angeles Sports Fans Are Bewildered by Gambling ScandalShohei Ohtani's firing of the interpreter over a gambling scandal has left fans bewildered.New laws in California aim to address mental illness and homelessness crises.
They were arrested for sleeping outside while homeless. Now, these Californians are headed to trialThe trial of Wickey Twohands signifies a legal challenge against new camping ordinances targeting the homeless in California.
Los Angeles Sports Fans Are Bewildered by Gambling ScandalShohei Ohtani's firing of the interpreter over a gambling scandal has left fans bewildered.New laws in California aim to address mental illness and homelessness crises.
Keeping ICE Out of Classrooms: How California Leaders Are Stepping Up Efforts | KQEDCalifornia is proposing new laws to protect immigrant students from ICE activities near schools.
Opinion: Can California protect children's right to equal education?The Trump administration's changes to immigration policies are creating environments of fear for immigrant children in schools.
Keeping ICE Out of Classrooms: How California Leaders Are Stepping Up Efforts | KQEDCalifornia is proposing new laws to protect immigrant students from ICE activities near schools.
Opinion: Can California protect children's right to equal education?The Trump administration's changes to immigration policies are creating environments of fear for immigrant children in schools.
How California's New Laws Will Impact Bars and Restaurants in 2025California's new 2025 laws introduce significant changes in the restaurant and cannabis industry, enhancing alcohol sales and consumption experiences.
Irvine to consider tougher regulations for warehouse developmentIrvine's city council is considering tougher regulations or a ban on large warehouse developments due to concerns over their scale and impact.
L.A. Renters Brace for Price Gouging as Real Estate Agents See Monthly Payments Spike-Including at Least 10% in Neighboring CommunitiesLos Angeles landlords are allegedly exploiting wildfire evacuees through predatory price gouging, worsening the housing crisis amid a devastating disaster.
New law bans agriculture burning in California. There's an alternative that helps air qualityCalifornia has enacted a near-total ban on agricultural burning to improve air quality and combat health issues related to pollution.
New Laws Go Into Effect In California | KQEDNew California laws effective January 1, 2025, include minimum wage increases and strengthened employee rights regarding political and religious meetings.
New laws affecting Silicon Valley in 2025 - San Jose SpotlightCalifornia's new laws encompass a range of issues, from LGBTQ+ rights to cannabis regulation, impacting various aspects of life in Silicon Valley.
New Laws Go Into Effect In California | KQEDNew California laws effective January 1, 2025, include minimum wage increases and strengthened employee rights regarding political and religious meetings.
New laws affecting Silicon Valley in 2025 - San Jose SpotlightCalifornia's new laws encompass a range of issues, from LGBTQ+ rights to cannabis regulation, impacting various aspects of life in Silicon Valley.
Letters: Prop. 33Proposition 33 is essential for making housing affordable in California and addressing homelessness through government subsidies.
Day Around the Bay: Mayor Lurie Unveils PR TeamMayor-elect Daniel Lurie emphasizes continuity by appointing campaign staff to his PR team.Concerns arise over Trump's second term affecting affordable housing funding in California.
Pasadena school district dives into redevelopment businessThe school district is repurposing a closed school into housing to address affordable housing demands for its employees.
Letters: Prop. 33Proposition 33 is essential for making housing affordable in California and addressing homelessness through government subsidies.
Day Around the Bay: Mayor Lurie Unveils PR TeamMayor-elect Daniel Lurie emphasizes continuity by appointing campaign staff to his PR team.Concerns arise over Trump's second term affecting affordable housing funding in California.
Pasadena school district dives into redevelopment businessThe school district is repurposing a closed school into housing to address affordable housing demands for its employees.
New California laws in effect for 2025California will implement around 1,000 new laws in 2025, affecting various sectors including consumer finance, education, and hospitality.
New law in effect this year could surprise drivers with a $64 parking ticketCalifornia will introduce approximately 1,000 new laws beginning January 1, 2025, covering various issues from consumer protections to cultural education.
New California laws in effect for 2025California will implement around 1,000 new laws in 2025, affecting various sectors including consumer finance, education, and hospitality.
New law in effect this year could surprise drivers with a $64 parking ticketCalifornia will introduce approximately 1,000 new laws beginning January 1, 2025, covering various issues from consumer protections to cultural education.
Correction: 14 new California laws to watch for in 2025Assembly Bill 1955 prevents schools from requiring disclosure of students' sexual orientation or gender identity by employees.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs 10 anti-theft bills into law in San JoseCalifornia implements new laws to strengthen anti-theft measures in response to organized retail theft.
10 new California laws will go into effect in 2025California governor signed 1,017 new laws for the 2023-24 session, including cannabis cafes and protections for child content creators.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs 10 anti-theft bills into law in San JoseCalifornia implements new laws to strengthen anti-theft measures in response to organized retail theft.
10 new California laws will go into effect in 2025California governor signed 1,017 new laws for the 2023-24 session, including cannabis cafes and protections for child content creators.
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a flurry of AI bills-but not the most high-profile oneCalifornia strengthens regulations on AI rights of actors and political uses of AI, but crucial safety legislation is notably absent.
Creator of fake Kamala Harris video Musk boosted sues Calif. over deepfake lawsCalifornia's new laws restricting deepfakes raise concerns about censorship and free speech, particularly regarding satire and political commentary.
New 2025 California laws: Artificial intelligence, octopuses, cannabis cafes and moreCalifornia is implementing new laws to address the implications of artificial intelligence, particularly focusing on the creation of deepfakes and digital likeness rights.
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a flurry of AI bills-but not the most high-profile oneCalifornia strengthens regulations on AI rights of actors and political uses of AI, but crucial safety legislation is notably absent.
Creator of fake Kamala Harris video Musk boosted sues Calif. over deepfake lawsCalifornia's new laws restricting deepfakes raise concerns about censorship and free speech, particularly regarding satire and political commentary.
New 2025 California laws: Artificial intelligence, octopuses, cannabis cafes and moreCalifornia is implementing new laws to address the implications of artificial intelligence, particularly focusing on the creation of deepfakes and digital likeness rights.
CDF Labor Law LLPCalifornia legislation enhances privacy protections for individual's neural data in health care and regulates the use of generative AI.
SF eliminating 14,000 parking spaces as CA's new Daylighting Law takes effect: Here's what it meansNew California law mandates no parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to enhance visibility and protect pedestrians.
These were tough dudes and notoriously romantic': why lowrider soul, LA's music and car subculture, still thrivesThe California State Assembly has rescinded laws against lowriders, highlighting their cultural significance and challenging historical stereotypes associated with them.
With November's Prop 36, California Voters Could Effectively Undo the Infamous Prop 47 Property Crime LawCalifornia's Prop 47 is criticized for crime and homelessness, but it successfully reduced prison population and saved money.Prop 36 aims to amend Prop 47, toughening penalties for certain crimes.
Little town where the dead outnumber the living has Bay Area's highest theft rateColma's high crime rate is a product of its unique population dynamics and increased visitor traffic.
With November's Prop 36, California Voters Could Effectively Undo the Infamous Prop 47 Property Crime LawCalifornia's Prop 47 is criticized for crime and homelessness, but it successfully reduced prison population and saved money.Prop 36 aims to amend Prop 47, toughening penalties for certain crimes.
Little town where the dead outnumber the living has Bay Area's highest theft rateColma's high crime rate is a product of its unique population dynamics and increased visitor traffic.
Newsom signs bill to push last call until 4 a.m. - but only for VIPs at new Clippers arenaCalifornia's new law permits alcohol service until 4 a.m. for private suite holders at Intuit Dome, raising fairness and public safety concerns.
Demi Lovato joins Gov. Newsom as he signs legislation protecting young social media influencersGovernor Newsom signs laws to protect child stars from financial exploitation in digital platforms, with Demi Lovato advocating for these changes.
Takeaways From a CA School Where Cell Phones Are Not Allowed | KQEDCalifornia schools to restrict cell phone use to improve students' academic and social skills.
It's Now Officially Illegal to Use AI to Impersonate a Human Actor in HollywoodCalifornia has enacted new laws protecting actors from unauthorized AI replicas, setting a significant precedent for technology legislation nationally.
This Bay Area County Approved Sweeping Protections for Disaster-Affected Tenants | KQEDSonoma County enacted stronger tenant protections for evictions during disasters, shaped by the impact of the Tubbs Fire and COVID-19.
Musk is moving SpaceX and X to TexasElon Musk announced relocation of X and SpaceX HQs to Texas from California due to frustrations over laws and legal decisions.
Elon Musk Says He's Moving X and SpaceX Headquarters to TexasElon Musk is relocating Tesla, SpaceX, and X headquarters from California to Texas due to dissatisfaction with California laws and taxes.
Elon Musk says he's moving SpaceX and X headquarters from California to TexasElon Musk is relocating the headquarters of SpaceX and a social media platform to Texas due to criticisms of California's laws and business environment.
X will close its headquarters after Elon Musk trashed San Francisco - but he's not done with California yetTwitter, now called X, is closing its San Francisco office with employees moving to offices in San Jose and Palo Alto.
Musk is moving SpaceX and X to TexasElon Musk announced relocation of X and SpaceX HQs to Texas from California due to frustrations over laws and legal decisions.
Elon Musk Says He's Moving X and SpaceX Headquarters to TexasElon Musk is relocating Tesla, SpaceX, and X headquarters from California to Texas due to dissatisfaction with California laws and taxes.
Elon Musk says he's moving SpaceX and X headquarters from California to TexasElon Musk is relocating the headquarters of SpaceX and a social media platform to Texas due to criticisms of California's laws and business environment.
X will close its headquarters after Elon Musk trashed San Francisco - but he's not done with California yetTwitter, now called X, is closing its San Francisco office with employees moving to offices in San Jose and Palo Alto.
At what age is it OK to leave a child alone in California? Here's what the law saysFinding day care in California can be expensive and challenging; leaving a child home alone depends on factors like maturity and age guidelines from other states.
Frustrated Californians May Be Ready for a Tougher Approach to CrimeRetail employees in California are instructed to ignore shoplifters due to safety concerns, sparking a debate on revising laws for harsher punishments.
New 'How to California' series is here to help you navigate life in the Golden StateHow to California is a guide to navigate the laws, culture, and lifestyle in California.
Can I be fired for smoking weed in off-hours? Grow cannabis at home? California laws to knowCalifornia laws on cannabis cultivation and use, including growing plants at home and employment rights regarding off-hours marijuana use.
These new California laws go into effect July 1California laws signed by Gov. Newsom impact rental deposits, hidden fees, and gun taxes in the state.
Four New California Laws Going Into Effect on July 1California enforces 11% tax on firearms, among 890 new state laws in effect, covering areas like safety, electronic repair, and tenant security deposits.