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California is the best state for families. Here’s why.
News What you need to know: As leaders in Republican-led states continue to block reproductive freedoms, refuse to fund summer meal programs for kids, and fail to implement early childhood education, Governor Newsom signed a new package of legislation — building on...
State law enforcement operation in Bakersfield leads to more than 1,600 arrests since April
News Includes arrest of a suspect with an arsenal of illegal firearms What you need to know: The ongoing enforcement collaboration between the California Highway Patrol and local law enforcement in Bakersfield continues to produce results. The collaborative effort has...
An outdated San Francisco DMV will soon become a site for over 370 new homes
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom today announced a new project in San Francisco that will transform a dated Department of Motor Vehicles building into a mixed use building with a modern DMV office paired with 372 new homes, including homes dedicated to...
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Global biotech leaders Amgen and Gilead announcing expansions in California, the #1 state for life sciences
News What you need to know: Amgen and Gilead announced major investments in research and development facilities, underscoring the state’s leadership in life sciences, bringing well over a billion dollars into the state’s economy and creating thousands of new jobs. ...
Governor Newsom proclaims Latino Heritage Month
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 15 to October 15, 2025, as "Latino Heritage Month," and released a video with First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom commemorating the observance. The text of the...
What they’re saying: Overwhelming support for historic climate and energy affordability legislation
News SACRAMENTO – Earlier this week, Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders announced a major deal on historic climate and energy bills that will drive down electricity costs for millions of Californians, stabilize gasoline supply, and continue the state’s...
California claims victory – again – over Huntington Beach as appeals court rules against city’s NIMBY violations of state law
News What you need to know: A California court of appeal ruled that the city of Huntington Beach must comply with state law requiring it to plan for its fair share of housing. California will continue to hold the city accountable and ensure that it accommodates the...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 9.11.25
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Andrew “Andy” Nakahata, of San Francisco, has been appointed Executive Director of the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank. Nakahata has been Chief Deputy Executive...
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