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Governor Newsom signs “smash-and-grab” bill to strengthen felony sentences for large-scale theft offenses
News Stronger enforcement. Serious penalties. Real consequences. What you need to know: Governor Newsom signed the final bill to complete California’s landmark legislative package to crack down on retail and property crime. AB 1960 by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas...
Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency in response to Bridge and Airport fires, visits Line Fire Incident Command Post
News HIGHLAND – As the state continues to mobilize personnel and resources in the ongoing response to Southern California wildfires, Governor Gavin Newsom today traveled to Southern California and proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles and San Bernardino...
California mobilizes nearly 6,000 boots on the ground to combat multiple wildfires, protect communities
News What you need to know: California’s response to multiple fast-growing wildfires includes 5,755 boots on the ground and hundreds of engines, dozers, and water tankers – plus, the largest aerial firefighting fleet in the world. SACRAMENTO – With multiple...
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Governor Newsom announces appointments, including new California Air Resources Board Chair
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California Air Resources Board (CARB) Chair Liane Randolph will be retiring from state service effective September 30, 2025 and named Senior Advisor to the Governor for Climate Lauren Sanchez to serve as the...
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...
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