‘Make America Smoggy Again:’ Governor Newsom responds to illegal Senate vote aiming to undo state’s clean air policies
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced California will fight the U.S. Senate’s illegal vote aiming to undo key parts of the state’s clean vehicles program in court. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced today the...
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State sends more money to local governments: Governor Newsom funds additional $56 million to reduce youth homelessness
News What you need to know: California is providing $56 million in grants to help counties provide services for young adults at risk of homelessness. SACRAMENTO – Continuing California’s success in reducing homelessness in youth, Governor Gavin Newsom and the...
Sniffing out crime and fentanyl, new K-9 teams announced
News What you need to know: Six canine officers joined the force to fight back against crime and drug trafficking — the first class trained from day one to detect fentanyl. Sacramento, California – After months of specialized and intensive training, six K-9 teams...
Following illegal Senate vote, California and 10 other states launch Affordable Clean Cars Coalition
News What you need to know: California is helping launch an 11-state coalition that will work together to sustain the transition to affordable clean cars. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that California would join an 11-state coalition to advance...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 5.22.25
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Tala Khalaf, of San Carlos, has been appointed to the Physical Therapy Board of California. Khalaf has been a Senior Physical Therapist at the Stanford Orthopedic and Sports Medicine...
California reaches major restoration milestone at the Salton Sea
News What you need to know: The state today began restoring shallow water habitats in the Salton Sea as part of California’s first major habitat restoration project in the region – a key step for improving local wildlife conditions and suppressing dust to improve air...
THE PCH IS REOPENING: Governor Newsom, local partners will reopen the iconic roadway ahead of schedule and in time for Memorial Day Weekend
News What you need to know: The Pacific Coast Highway, which was closed following the Palisades Fire, will reopen to public travel ahead of schedule this Friday in advance of Memorial Day Holiday. LOS ANGELES – Following through on his commitment to reopen a critical...
Governor Newsom proclaims Harvey Milk Day 2025
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 22, 2025, as “Harvey Milk Day.”The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONToday, we honor Harvey Milk – a hero for not just his own community,...
TOMORROW: Governor Newsom, Attorney General Bonta respond to planned U.S. Senate vote on state’s clean air policies
News SACRAMENTO COUNTY – Tomorrow, Governor Gavin Newsom, Attorney General Rob Bonta and supporters of California’s clean air efforts will respond to an anticipated vote in the U.S. Senate to illegally revoke key aspects of the state’s clean cars and trucks...
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THE PCH IS REOPENING: Governor Newsom, local partners will reopen the iconic roadway ahead of schedule and in time for Memorial Day Weekend
News What you need to know: The Pacific Coast Highway, which was closed following the Palisades Fire, will reopen to public travel ahead of schedule this Friday in advance of Memorial Day Holiday. LOS ANGELES – Following through on his commitment to reopen a critical...
Largest ever multi-agency operation seizes $123.5 million in illicit cannabis
News What you need to know: State and local law enforcement partners seized $123.5 million in illegal cannabis in the Central Valley. SACRAMENTO – In its largest operation to date, the state’s task force dedicated to eradicating illegal cannabis operations conducted a...
Despite Trump Slump, Governor Newsom’s revised budget delivers on housing, education, water, and jobs
News Tax cut for military retireesUniversal pre-kindergarten for all Expanded before school, after school, & summer schoolFree school meals for all kids Boosting literacy & readingBuilding more housing, ASAPMore water for CaliforniansLowering drug...
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