Aug 5, 2026

Governor Newsom signs tribal-state gaming compact

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed a tribal-state gaming compact between the State of California and the Yurok Tribe.

A copy of the Yurok compact can be found here.

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California’s tax agency cracks down on $168 million in illicit cannabis, tobacco

Aug 5, 2026

News What you need to know: Alongside investigations targeting illegal cultivation and criminal organizations, the state’s tax department has recovered $168 million in illicit cannabis and tobacco goods since 2019. SACRAMENTO – California continues to strengthen...

Governor Newsom secures federal assistance to support response to Gann Fire in Calaveras County

Aug 4, 2026

News What you need to know: Governor Newsom has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help suppress the Gann Fire in Calaveras County. SACRAMENTO – Moving swiftly to support local and state response...

Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.4.2026

Aug 4, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Luis Garnica, of Sacramento, has been appointed Warden of Mule Creek State Prison at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, where he has been serving as Acting...