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California’s cannabis task force seizes over $19 million in illegal cannabis and products in recent operations
News What you need to know: Recent operations by California’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce led to nearly $20 million seized in illicit cannabis products in the East Bay. SACRAMENTO – Continuing the state’s efforts to address the illegal cannabis market,...
At Southern Border, Governor Newsom announces new Port-of-Entry construction to spur economic development and new efforts to bolster border security
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom is announcing new construction to support a new port-of-entry at the California-Mexico border to support growing international trade, which keeps costs down for families and reduces wait times for businesses and workers —...
Ongoing CHP operation in Bakersfield leads to over 2,000 arrests since April, including felonies and DUI
News What you need to know: Since Governor Newsom launched the joint Bakersfield operation in April, the additional enforcement has led to more than 2,000 arrests and over 60 illicit firearms recovered. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the ongoing...
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California reduces theft of food and cash benefits by 83% with state-of-the-art technology
News What you need to know: New innovative fraud-fighting technologies employed by the state have reduced reported theft of cash and food benefits by approximately 83% since January 2024. These efforts include launching chip-and-tap-enabled EBT cards, a national...
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...
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