Tag: california
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California Legislature Begins 2026 With New Bills Rolling In
The California State Legislature reconvened on January 5, 2026, beginning the second year of its 2025-2026 session. Lawmakers are introducing a mix of new bills amid a projected $18-20 billion budget deficit and election year pressures. Major themes include budget management, housing affordability, and climate policy.
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Law and Order vs. One-Party Rule: Chad Bianco’s Hardline Pitch to California Voters
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco is running for California governor on a blunt law-and-order platform, framing the 2026 race as a referendum on Democratic rule in Sacramento and pledging to restore public safety, cut government waste, and rein in what he calls failed progressive policies.
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California DMV Fixes Old Real ID Glitch — Here’s What It Really Means
California’s DMV revealed that approximately 325,000 Real ID holders must update their cards due to an outdated software error from 2006. This issue affects non-U.S. citizens’ ID expiration dates, not their eligibility. The DMV will expedite replacements at no charge, emphasizing that the state remains compliant with federal Real ID requirements.
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Tiny Vernon Becomes an AI Powerhouse—And Shows What California Gets Right When It Gets Out of the Way
A tiny industrial city with just 200 residents has quietly become Southern California’s most important AI data-center hub. Vernon’s cheap power, minimal red tape, and lack of political resistance reveal what happens when California lets infrastructure—not ideology—lead economic growth.
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Top 5 Scandals and News Stories That Rocked California in 2025
In 2025, California faced significant challenges including a major corruption scandal involving former officials, unprecedented wildfires, devastating floods, the controversial redistricting initiative, and rampant fraud in county fairs. These incidents highlighted systemic failures in governance and public trust, prompting concerns about the state’s leadership and its capability to address these crises effectively.
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California Did This First: What Colorado’s New Custody Ruling Reveals About a Longstanding Legal Trend
The Colorado Court of Appeals recently allowed prosecutors to charge a felony per child for violating custody orders, aligning with California’s long-established legal framework. While this approach emphasizes individual harm to each child, it raises concerns over excessive prosecutorial power during family crises, prompting questions about state intervention in vulnerable situations.
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California’s 2026 Law Wave: What Hundreds of New Rules Mean for Families, Workers, and Businesses
California will enact over 900 new laws in 2026, mostly on consumer protections and regulations, igniting debate between supporters who see equity benefits and critics who warn of increased costs and reduced flexibility. These laws span various sectors, affecting daily life, health, education, and public safety, raising concerns about governance and affordability.
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San Diego’s $30 Million Police Payout Over the Killing of 16-Year-Old Konoa Wilson: What Went Wrong, and What Comes Next?
San Diego’s record-setting $30 million settlement over the police killing of 16-year-old Konoa Wilson is more than a financial headline — it’s a warning sign. Despite five years of post-Floyd reforms, a teenager running away from gunfire was shot in the back by an officer who never issued a warning. As investigations stall and taxpayers…
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Newsom Heads to Washington Seeking $33 Billion for Wildfire Recovery — But Critics Say Sacramento, Not D.C., Caused California’s Crisis
California continues to struggle with recovery from the Palisades and Eaton wildfires, despite Governor Newsom’s request for $33.9 billion in federal aid. Many Californians blame state mismanagement rather than Washington for delays in rebuilding, highlighting failures in infrastructure, vegetation management, and bureaucratic bottlenecks as key issues hindering recovery efforts.
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