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California sees drop in unsheltered homelessness, bucking national trend and federal headwinds
News What you need to know: California’s homelessness plummeted in 2025 — with the largest drop in 15 years — according to preliminary data, due to Governor Newsom’s strategies to reduce homelessness, address encampments, and create shelter and support. Data from...
On eve of LA Fire Anniversary, Governor Newsom announces housing push to keep survivors in their communities
News What you need to know: Less than a year after devastating wildfires, the Newsom Administration has funded nearly one thousand new affordable rental homes in Los Angeles communities through programs that cut red tape, save time and money, and build faster. These...
As federal aid stalls, Governor Newsom announces proposed effort to close insurance gaps for LA fire survivors, expands mortgage relief
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom is announcing additional commitments from banks to help extend forbearance and will expand California’s successful CalAssist mortgage relief program to more homeowners. The state is also exploring new funding options to help...
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TOMORROW: Governor Newsom and Mayor Lurie to announce new funding for homelessness and mental health efforts in San Francisco
News SAN FRANCISCO – Tomorrow, Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside San Francisco and state leaders, will announce the next steps in the state’s effective strategies to address the homelessness and mental health crisis, which have already led to a 9% drop in unsheltered...
Governor Newsom proclaims Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2026
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the State of California.The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONDr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s call to stand up against...
California’s water resilience strategy shows major progress after winter storms: state out of drought, according to U.S. Drought Monitor
News U.S. Drought Monitor — one of several indicators — shows no drought and improved water conditions What you need to know: California's strategic investments in water management are showing significant progress, with reservoirs replenishing and groundwater...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.14.2026
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Anthony Pham, of Winnetka, has been appointed Skilled Nursing Facility Administrator of the Barstow Veterans Home of California. Pham was Skilled Nursing Facility and Subacute...
Governor Newsom rejects Louisiana’s attempt to extradite California doctor for providing abortion care
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today rejected the State of Louisiana’s request to extradite a California physician for providing medication abortion that is legal in California, citing his legal authority to deny the request. “Louisiana’s request is denied....
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