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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 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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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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Humboldt County Grapples With Toll of Quake on Homes, Business Before the Holidays
From stores on Main Street filled with damage, to boarded buildings surrounded by broken glass, store owners are worried about thousands of dollars in damages and the impact on the holidays in Humboldt County.
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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 to End California's COVID-19 State of Emergency in February
California’s COVID-19 state of emergency will end in February, the Governor’s Office announced Monday.
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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.
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California Wildfire Destroys Homes, Other Buildings
A fast-moving wildfire in rural Northern California injured several people Friday, destroyed multiple homes and forced thousands of residents to flee, jamming roadways at the start of a sweltering Labor Day weekend.
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California Bill to Make Vasectomies Cheaper Goes to Governor
Months after making abortions cheaper for women, California lawmakers have now voted to make vasectomies cheaper for men.