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How California's budget deficit of $27.6 billion might complicate Gov. Newsom's plans
California has a budget deficit of $27.6 billion, Gov. Gavin Newsom says. What’s that mean for the nation’s most populous state?
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California's $20 fast food minimum wage takes effect. Here's how it could impact San Diego
On April 1st, fast food workers across California are getting a raise. The four-dollar bump from 16 to 20 dollars comes as inflation surges.
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California lawmakers OK bill banning red dye no. 3, other chemicals in foods and drinks
California lawmakers are working through hundreds of bills before the legislative session ends on Thursday.
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California Legislators Set Sights on Harsher Prison Sentences for Fentanyl Dealers
California lawmakers have advanced more than a dozen bills aiming to address the fentanyl crisis, including some that would impose harsher prison sentences for dealers, ahead of a critical deadline this week.
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Newsom, State Leaders Announce New Gun Safety Efforts
Gov. Gavin Newsom and other state leaders Wednesday were set to announce new efforts to advance gun safety legislation.
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Gov. Newsom Unveils Plan to Cover California's Multi-Billion Dollar Budget Deficit
California faces a projected budget deficit of $22.5 billion for the coming fiscal year, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday, just days into his second term. It’s a sharp turnaround from last year’s $98 billion surplus.
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California Snowpack Is Off to One of Best Starts in 40 Years
The snowpack covering California’s mountains is off to one of its best starts in 40 years, raising hopes that the drought-stricken state could soon see relief in the spring when the snow melts and begins to refill parched reservoirs.
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Newsom, Dahle to Meet in Only Debate Before Election Day
California’s Republican candidate for governor will get his first — and only — chance to confront Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom face to face Sunday when the two meet in a debate that will be broadcast live on the radio while competing with the NFL for voters’ attention.
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Gov. Newsom Signs Laws to Boost Housing Production
Gov. Gavin Newsom was set to sign a package of bills aiming to speed up new construction and provide more funding for affordable housing.
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Gov. Newsom OKs Mental Health Courts for Homeless
With more than 100,000 people living on California’s streets, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its kind law on Wednesday that could force some of them into treatment as part of a program he describes as “care” but opponents argue is cruel.
