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Governor Newsom grants executive clemency 11.11.24

News SACRAMENTO – Following his proclamation declaring Veterans Day and highlighting major investments in veterans’ mental health, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has granted five pardons to veterans who served honorably in our nation’s Armed Forces. The...

The California Weekly

News Welcome to The California Weekly, your Saturday morning recap of top stories and announcements you might have missed. News you might have missed 1. 🔥 SUPPORTING CALIFORNIANS RECOVERING As fire season continues across California, Governor Newsom, moving swiftly to...

Governor Newsom announces appointments 11.8.24

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Scott Wyckoff, of Sacramento, has been appointed Executive Officer of the Board of Parole Hearings. Wyckoff has been Deputy Legal Affairs Secretary in the Office of the Governor since...

State extends law enforcement surge in Oakland

News What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today extended the CHP’s enforcement surge in Oakland to help maintain public safety during potential leadership transitions following Tuesday’s election. The CHP’s operation in Oakland, which has been underway since...

Governor Newsom announces appointments 11.7.24

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Seth Judd, of Napa, has been appointed Medical Director of Napa State Hospital at the Department of State Hospitals. Judd has served in several positions at the Department of State...

Governor Newsom announces appointments 11.6.24

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Keali’i Bright, of Sacramento, has been appointed Undersecretary of the California Natural Resources Agency. Bright has been Division Director of the Division of Land Resource...

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Governor Newsom issues executive order tackling rising electric bills

News What you need to know: The Governor signed an executive order to help curb rising electricity costs and provide electric bill relief. SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order designed to reduce electric costs for Californians. The...

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