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california

California's Healthcare Shift: Making Medi-Cal Tax Permanent

November 6, 2024

Imagine you're in California, and you're part of the 14 million people who rely on Medi-Cal for healthcare. Now, let's talk about Proposition 35. This isn't just another proposition; it's a big deal because it's about making a tax on managed healthcare plans permanent. Why? Well, this tax has been a

environment

Bats in California Face Threat from Mysterious Fungus

October 31, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, California wildlife officials have discovered a fungus called Pseudogymnoascus destructans in bats across five counties. This fungus is linked to white-nose syndrome, a disease that has killed millions of bats in North America. While no bats have shown symptoms yet, t

technology

California Governor Stops AI Safety Bill, Citing Concerns

October 24, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently vetoed a hotly debated artificial intelligence (AI) safety bill. Tech firms opposed this bill, fearing it might cause AI companies to leave California and slow down innovation. Newsom wants to create guidelines for Generative AI – which can generate text, ph

religion

LA Church Pays Big for Past Abuses

October 22, 2024

Imagine a whopping $880 million payout by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to 1, 353 victims of clergy sexual abuse. This isn't your average settlement; it's the largest of its kind. The abuse stretches back decades, with the incidents happening as far back as 30 to 50 years ago. If you're wondering h

politics

SpaceX Battles California Over Rocket Launches: Politics or Protection?

October 19, 2024

Elon Musk's SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission, claiming the regulator blocked more rocket launches due to Musk's political views. The commission, which oversees coastal development, voted against increasing launches at Vandenberg Space Force Base. SpaceX alleges th

politics

Workers' Wages: Why California Needs a Minimum Wage Boost

October 18, 2024

California is expensive, and making ends meet as a low-wage worker is tough. Victor Moreno, an advocate at The Street Level Health Project, has seen firsthand how hard it is. He's worked in the food industry for years and knows the struggles of his coworkers. They can't afford the basics with their

health

California’s Health Care Workers Get a Big Pay Boost

October 17, 2024

Starting this Wednesday, hundreds of thousands of low-paid health care workers in California will see a significant increase in their wages. The state has introduced a new law that will gradually raise their pay to at least $25 an hour over the next decade. Workers at smaller, independent health fac

health

Bird Flu in California: New Cases and Concerns

October 16, 2024

California, the nation's top dairy producer, is grappling with an increase in bird flu cases. Five more suspected cases were reported, adding to the six already confirmed by the California Department of Public Health. Experts are worried because the H5N1 virus, known as bird flu, has been spreading

politics

Gas Bill from California: What Does It Mean for Arizona?

October 15, 2024

California recently passed a law aiming to stabilize gas prices. But Arizona might face higher prices due to this new rule. The law gives California power to require refineries to keep extra fuel. This is meant to prevent sudden price spikes when refineries shut down for maintenance. Arizona's Gover

politics

Man with Illegal Guns Near Trump Rally: No Immediate Danger

October 14, 2024

On Saturday, a man was taken into custody near a Donald Trump campaign rally in California. Authorities found him with a shotgun, a loaded handgun, and a high-capacity magazine, which are all illegal in the state. The man, identified as Vem Miller, was able to get through the first security perimete