Jun 30, 2025

TOMORROW: Make America Rake Again: Governor Newsom to make announcement on new wildfire prevention strategy targeting federal lands

PLACER COUNTY — As California enters peak fire season, Governor Gavin Newsom will make an announcement with the potential to help prevent wildfires on over half of forest lands in the state.

WHEN: Tuesday, July 1, at approximately 10 a.m.

LIVESTREAM: Governor’s Twitter page, Governor’s Facebook page, and the Governor’s YouTube page. This event will also be available to TV stations on the LiveU Matrix under “California Governor.”

NOTE: This in-person press event will be open to credentialed media only. Media interested in attending must RSVP by clicking here no later than 8 a.m., July 1. Location information will be provided upon confirmation.

Press releases, Recent news

Governor Newsom honors fallen Oxnard Police Department Commander

Jan 12, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement regarding the death of Oxnard Police Department Commander Scott Aaron:“Commander Aaron served his community with a profound sense of duty, compassion and integrity. Jennifer and I offer his family,...

Governor, First Partner statement on the passing of Bob Weir

Jan 10, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom issued the following statement today on the passing of Bob Weir, musician and co-founder of the Grateful Dead:“Bob Weir, a true son of California, helped create the soundtrack of a...

Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.9.2026

Jan 9, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Kaitlin Talbot, of Sacramento, has been appointed Deputy Secretary of Communications at the California Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency. Talbot has been Deputy Director of...