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Newsom meets with Biden as part of effort to 'Trump-proof' California

Governor Newsom is proactively positioning California against potential federal policies from the Trump administration, prioritizing liberal values and state protections.
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California spiked a landmark AI regulation. But that doesn't mean the bill is going away

California's veto of SB 1047 jeopardizes AI regulations focusing on safety protocols and compliance for large AI models.

Hollywood is coming out in force for California's AI safety bill

Hollywood supports California's SB 1047, an AI safety bill that could set national standards for AI regulation and risk management.

California Gov Newsom warns against over-regulating AI

Governor Newsom emphasizes the importance of California leading in AI regulation without stifling innovation.

California spiked a landmark AI regulation. But that doesn't mean the bill is going away

California's veto of SB 1047 jeopardizes AI regulations focusing on safety protocols and compliance for large AI models.

Hollywood is coming out in force for California's AI safety bill

Hollywood supports California's SB 1047, an AI safety bill that could set national standards for AI regulation and risk management.

California Gov Newsom warns against over-regulating AI

Governor Newsom emphasizes the importance of California leading in AI regulation without stifling innovation.
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The scene as Southern California's fast-spreading Line Fire forces thousands to flee

A state of emergency has been declared as over 10,000 residents evacuate due to the Line Fire consuming over 20,000 acres.
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Last-minute plan to help Californians with electric bills fails

California lawmakers' last-minute proposal to ease electric bill pain is unlikely to pass this session.
Assembly Bill 3121, which would have provided small credits, faced significant pushback and was pulled from consideration.

Gavin Newsom said he wants to help California's home insurance crisis, but details are sparse

Gov. Gavin Newsom vowed to accelerate insurance market price increase reviews to address California's insurance crisis.

Last-minute plan to help Californians with electric bills fails

California lawmakers' last-minute proposal to ease electric bill pain is unlikely to pass this session.
Assembly Bill 3121, which would have provided small credits, faced significant pushback and was pulled from consideration.

Gavin Newsom said he wants to help California's home insurance crisis, but details are sparse

Gov. Gavin Newsom vowed to accelerate insurance market price increase reviews to address California's insurance crisis.
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No More Excuses!' Newsom Rips LA County For Not Doing Enough While Personally Helping to Clear a Homeless Encampment

Newsom emphasizes urgency for cities and counties to address homeless encampments, leveraging recent Supreme Court decision.

Watch: Gavin Newsom Clears Out Homeless Camp Weeks After Declaring It Was Time for Everyone to Do Their Part'

California Governor Gavin Newsom cleared out a homeless encampment, emphasizing urgency to address homelessness issues.

No More Excuses!' Newsom Rips LA County For Not Doing Enough While Personally Helping to Clear a Homeless Encampment

Newsom emphasizes urgency for cities and counties to address homeless encampments, leveraging recent Supreme Court decision.

Watch: Gavin Newsom Clears Out Homeless Camp Weeks After Declaring It Was Time for Everyone to Do Their Part'

California Governor Gavin Newsom cleared out a homeless encampment, emphasizing urgency to address homelessness issues.
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Gov. Newsom vows new AI regulations after Elon Musk retweets fake Kamala Harris video

Governor Gavin Newsom vows to pass a state law against voice manipulation in campaign ads in response to Elon Musk's reposting of AI-generated fake audio.

Newsom's plan to accelerate rate hikes invites insurance companies to set their own prices,' advocacy group contends

Newsom's proposal to speed up approval of rate hikes for property insurance may cost billions for Californians.

Gavin's Just a Prick': Chris Sununu Says None of the Other Governors Can Stand Newsom

Governor Chris Sununu criticized Governor Gavin Newsom's leadership style.

CHP stings in Oakland lead to significant jump' in arrests, firearms seized

The California Highway Patrol's increased efforts in Oakland have resulted in a significant number of arrests, vehicle recoveries, and firearm seizures, indicating a major crackdown on crime.
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California Becomes the First State to Ban Student Gender Notification Policies

California Governor signed a law prohibiting schools from notifying parents when students request to use different names or pronouns, protecting transgender students' privacy and safety.

California lawmakers want $1 billion to fight homelessness. But Gov. Newsom has a new focus

Funding for combating homelessness faces cuts amidst California's budget deficit.

California Promised Health Care Workers a Higher Minimum Wage - but Will Newsom Delay It? | KQED

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to delay a $25/hr minimum wage increase for California health care workers due to budget shortfall.

Californians worry about deficit, state's direction. How it affects Gavin Newsom's popularity

Most Californians see the state headed in the wrong direction and have mixed feelings about Gov. Gavin Newsom's leadership.
Newsom's approval ratings have decreased since earlier this year, with more voters disapproving of his performance.

Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years

The California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues.

Calif. governor nixes youth tackle football ban

California Governor Gavin Newsom will not sign a proposed ban on tackle football for children under 12, ending advocates' hopes of passing the bill this year.
Newsom is concerned about the health and safety of young athletes but believes an outright ban is not the solution.
The proposed ban gained momentum amid increasing concern about concussions and the rise in popularity of flag football, but faced strong opposition from parents, coaches, and kids.

California Becomes the First State to Ban Student Gender Notification Policies

California Governor signed a law prohibiting schools from notifying parents when students request to use different names or pronouns, protecting transgender students' privacy and safety.

California lawmakers want $1 billion to fight homelessness. But Gov. Newsom has a new focus

Funding for combating homelessness faces cuts amidst California's budget deficit.

California Promised Health Care Workers a Higher Minimum Wage - but Will Newsom Delay It? | KQED

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to delay a $25/hr minimum wage increase for California health care workers due to budget shortfall.

Californians worry about deficit, state's direction. How it affects Gavin Newsom's popularity

Most Californians see the state headed in the wrong direction and have mixed feelings about Gov. Gavin Newsom's leadership.
Newsom's approval ratings have decreased since earlier this year, with more voters disapproving of his performance.

Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two years

The California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues.

Calif. governor nixes youth tackle football ban

California Governor Gavin Newsom will not sign a proposed ban on tackle football for children under 12, ending advocates' hopes of passing the bill this year.
Newsom is concerned about the health and safety of young athletes but believes an outright ban is not the solution.
The proposed ban gained momentum amid increasing concern about concussions and the rise in popularity of flag football, but faced strong opposition from parents, coaches, and kids.
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Saying the stakes could not be higher, Newsom to speak at Vatican climate summit

Gov. Newsom to speak at Vatican summit hosted by Pope Francis on climate change and democracy interconnection.

California's Governor Accuses Trump of Open Corruption' at Climate Meeting

Governor Gavin Newsom criticizes former President Trump for meeting with fossil fuel executives for campaign contributions at a Vatican conference on climate change.

Saying the stakes could not be higher, Newsom to speak at Vatican climate summit

Gov. Newsom to speak at Vatican summit hosted by Pope Francis on climate change and democracy interconnection.

California's Governor Accuses Trump of Open Corruption' at Climate Meeting

Governor Gavin Newsom criticizes former President Trump for meeting with fossil fuel executives for campaign contributions at a Vatican conference on climate change.
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Big Sur's Highway 1 to reopen Friday - ahead of schedule - after major rockfall

Big Sur's damaged section of Highway 1 is set to reopen, ahead of schedule, after being closed since March.
Caltrans has made significant repairs to restore access to tourism hot spots along the iconic roadway.

Gov. Newsom seeks faster review of insurance rate hikes. What to know

Gov. Gavin Newsom is pushing for a bill requiring the Insurance Department to speed up review of premium rate-hike requests to stabilize the homeowners' market in California.

Newsom touts billions in climate spending through California's cap-and-trade program

California's cap-and-trade program generates billions for environmental projects and climate action, but faces criticism for not meeting emission reduction goals.

Seeking federal aid, Gov. Newsom signs emergency proclamation for Topanga Canyon Boulevard

Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency to address storm-damaged roads, enables access to federal funding for repairs.

San Francisco's Population Ticks Up, and So Does California's

After three years of decline, California saw its first year of population growth in 2023 by gaining 67,000 residents, with San Francisco also experiencing a modest increase.

California's population grew in 2023, halting 3 years of decline

California gained population in 2023 after a three-year decline, attributed to various factors including increased mortality rates, declining birth rate, and migration patterns.
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California Republicans slam Newsom for $16 an hour job posting, but leave out a key detail

California Republicans criticize Gov. Newsom for his business posting a $16/hour job despite the state's $20/hour minimum wage requirement.
Newsom placed his business holdings in a blind trust in 2018, indicating he has no control over the wages offered at his businesses.

Newsom Faces Questions Over Sausage Making' in Wage Law

Newsom's national presence includes meetings with President Biden and appearances on Sunday news shows.
Allegations of favoritism towards a campaign donor who owns Panera Bread franchises have led to scrutiny and demands for investigation.

California Republicans slam Newsom for $16 an hour job posting, but leave out a key detail

California Republicans criticize Gov. Newsom for his business posting a $16/hour job despite the state's $20/hour minimum wage requirement.
Newsom placed his business holdings in a blind trust in 2018, indicating he has no control over the wages offered at his businesses.

Newsom Faces Questions Over Sausage Making' in Wage Law

Newsom's national presence includes meetings with President Biden and appearances on Sunday news shows.
Allegations of favoritism towards a campaign donor who owns Panera Bread franchises have led to scrutiny and demands for investigation.
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Newsom has approved three California prison closures but resists pressure to shutter more

Newsom resisted calls to close five more state prisons despite previous promises and closures.
The debate over prison closures is complex, balancing public safety with mass incarceration and political concerns.

This Cal State immigration clinic provides free legal advice. It might come to a 'full stop'

The CSU Immigration Legal Services Project provides free legal assistance to thousands of students and their families, helping them obtain visas and work permits.
Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed cutting the program's budget by 75% from $7 million to $1.8 million annually.
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Gov. Newsom: Housing conversion program, Homekey, has been a success, needs more funding

California has converted over 9,000 units into housing for the homeless since a statewide program began three years ago.
Governor Gavin Newsom called on voters to support Proposition 1 in March to generate more funding for the initiative.

Proposition 1 Opponents Concede Mental Health Ballot Measure Is Likely to Pass | KQED

Proposition 1 aims to overhaul California's mental health funding system with a $6.4 billion bond.
Opponents have expressed concerns about borrowing costs and impact on existing programs.

Opponents of Newsom's Prop. 1 mental health bond concede likely defeat

Proposition 1 leads by a narrow margin, with 50.4% in support and 49.6% opposed
The measure aims to increase mental health beds, homeless housing, and mandate counties spend 30% of Mental Health Services Act revenue on housing

Opponents of Newsom's Prop. 1 mental health bond concede likely defeat

Proposition 1 leads by a narrow margin
Proposition 1 focuses on mental health funding and homeless housing projects

Gov. Newsom: Housing conversion program, Homekey, has been a success, needs more funding

California has converted over 9,000 units into housing for the homeless since a statewide program began three years ago.
Governor Gavin Newsom called on voters to support Proposition 1 in March to generate more funding for the initiative.

Proposition 1 Opponents Concede Mental Health Ballot Measure Is Likely to Pass | KQED

Proposition 1 aims to overhaul California's mental health funding system with a $6.4 billion bond.
Opponents have expressed concerns about borrowing costs and impact on existing programs.

Opponents of Newsom's Prop. 1 mental health bond concede likely defeat

Proposition 1 leads by a narrow margin, with 50.4% in support and 49.6% opposed
The measure aims to increase mental health beds, homeless housing, and mandate counties spend 30% of Mental Health Services Act revenue on housing

Opponents of Newsom's Prop. 1 mental health bond concede likely defeat

Proposition 1 leads by a narrow margin
Proposition 1 focuses on mental health funding and homeless housing projects
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Newsom backs 3 dam removals on California rivers. Here's where salmon may soon swim freely

Governor Gavin Newsom supports the removal of three California dams to help salmon populations, but environmental advocates are skeptical of his farmer-friendly water policies.
The plan aims to restore habitat for salmon in the Eel River, Ventura River, and Malibu Creek, which are critical resources for Native communities and the fishing economy.

Calif. governor nixes youth tackle football ban

California Governor Gavin Newsom will not sign a proposed ban on tackle football for children under 12, ending advocates' hopes of passing the bill this year.
Newsom is concerned about the health and safety of young athletes but believes an outright ban is not the solution.
The proposed ban gained momentum amid increasing concern about concussions and the rise in popularity of flag football, but faced strong opposition from parents, coaches, and kids.

How Newsom plans to fix California's projected $37.9-billion budget deficit

Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing to dip into the state's rainy-day reserves and potentially delay a minimum wage increase for healthcare workers to address California's $37.9 billion deficit.
The deficit is the result of weaker than expected state revenues, delayed tax deadlines, and overspending based on inaccurate budget projections.

Newsom urges support for March ballot measure to reform California's mental health system

Proposition 1 on California's primary election ballot aims to reform the state's mental health system and create 10,000 new behavioral health beds.
The measure would redirect existing funding to expand substance abuse and mental health services, and divert 30% of that funding toward supportive housing for those with severe mental illness or substance use disorders.

Newsom urges support for March ballot measure to reform California's mental health system

Proposition 1 on California's primary election ballot aims to reform the state's mental health system and create 10,000 new behavioral health beds.
The measure would redirect existing funding to expand substance abuse and mental health services, and divert 30% of that funding toward supportive housing for those with severe mental illness or substance use disorders.

Newsom urges support for March ballot measure to reform California's mental health system

Proposition 1 on California's primary election ballot aims to reform the state's mental health system and create 10,000 new behavioral health beds.
The measure would redirect existing funding to expand substance abuse and mental health services, and divert 30% of that funding toward supportive housing for those with severe mental illness or substance use disorders.

In new year, California continues to struggle with existential issues

California is facing an immense budget deficit that adds to its existing unresolved issues.
Governor Gavin Newsom will propose his plan to close the budget gap next week.

California lawmakers finally tackle reparations. Will $68 billion budget deficit get in the way?

California lawmakers next year face huge political and financial challenges as they seriously consider reparations for Black descendants of slaves.

What Newsom, Dr. Ghaly said about transforming mental, behavioral health systems

California Governor Gavin Newsom and CHHS Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly are working on implementing CARE Court to transform the behavioral health care system.
The CARE Court aims to provide mental health and substance abuse treatment instead of incarceration for individuals with behavioral health conditions.

Real penalty: How Newsom Has Legitimized Builder's Remedy

Governor Gavin Newsom and California's attorney general are intervening in a case over a builder's remedy project in La Canada Flintridge.
Builder's remedy is a penalty for cities that do not have a state-approved housing plan by a deadline.
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DeSantis-Newsom Debate: A Campaign Sideshow in the Spotlight

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom will participate in a nationally televised debate.
DeSantis aims to boost his presidential campaign while Newsom hopes to support President Joe Biden.
Both governors have aspirations for future presidential runs.

Who will replace Bakersfield Republican Kevin McCarthy in Congress? Here are possible candidates

Assemblymember Vince Fong and Sen. Shannon Grove are Republican politicians in California.
Both Fong and Grove have been vocal critics of Governor Gavin Newsom's policies and spending.

DeSantis-Newsom Debate: A Campaign Sideshow in the Spotlight

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom will participate in a nationally televised debate.
DeSantis aims to boost his presidential campaign while Newsom hopes to support President Joe Biden.
Both governors have aspirations for future presidential runs.

Who will replace Bakersfield Republican Kevin McCarthy in Congress? Here are possible candidates

Assemblymember Vince Fong and Sen. Shannon Grove are Republican politicians in California.
Both Fong and Grove have been vocal critics of Governor Gavin Newsom's policies and spending.
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