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Ahead of projected “Trump Slump,” Governor Newsom announces record-high tourism — again
News What you need to know: California remains the #1 state for tourism, with record-high tourism spending reaching $157.3 billion in 2024. However, the Trump administration’s policies and rhetoric are driving away tourists, killing tourism and hospitality jobs, and...
Ahead of peak fire season, California adds second C-130 airtanker to world’s largest aerial firefighting fleet
News What you need to know: California’s second C-130 Hercules airtanker is ready for firefighting operations, adding to the state’s arsenal that stands ready to protect communities from catastrophic wildfire. SACRAMENTO – With peak fire season on the horizon,...
California is now the 4th largest economy in the world
News What you need to know: California’s economy continues to dominate and grow at a faster rate than the world’s top economies, with new data showing it has overtaken Japan as the 4th largest economy in the world. SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today announced...
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Governor Newsom proclaims Older Californians Month
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 2025 as “Older Californians Month.”The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONCalifornia is home to nearly nine million older residents who...
California launches new AI-powered chatbot that provides wildfire resources in 70 languages
News What you need to know: Ahead of peak wildfire season, California has launched "Ask CAL FIRE," an AI-powered chatbot on CAL FIRE’s website offering wildfire resources and emergency information in 70 languages. SACRAMENTO — As California marks Wildfire Preparedness...
Governor Newsom appointed co-chair of U.S. Climate Alliance
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom has been appointed co-chair of the U.S. Climate Alliance – a bipartisan coalition of 24 governors working to achieve a net-zero carbon pollution future in America by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action....
Governor Newsom announces appointments 5.8.25
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Gena Castro Rodriguez, of Daly City, has been appointed to the Board of State and Community Corrections. Castro Rodriguez has been Owner of Castro Rodriguez Consulting since 2025 and an...
Governor Newsom issues statement on Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom issued the following statement on the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope: Habemus papam. Jennifer and I join countless others around the globe to congratulate...
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