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WA and other states win temporary block on politically motivated cuts to homeland security funding

WA and other states win temporary block on politically motivated cuts to homeland security funding

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from unlawfully reallocating federal homeland security funding away from states based on their compliance with the administration’s political agenda, a day after a coalition of...

Owner:  American Government
Justice Department Files Complaint Against Social Media Company Iconic Hearts Holdings Inc. and Its CEO Hunter Rice Alleging Targeting of Children with Deceptive Practices in Violation of Federal Law

Justice Department Files Complaint Against Social Media Company Iconic Hearts Holdings Inc. and Its CEO Hunter Rice Alleging Targeting of Children with Deceptive Practices in Violation of Federal Law

The Department of Justice, together with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), announces the filing of a civil lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California against Iconic Hearts Holdings Inc. and its founder and CEO...

Owner:  American Government
Governor Newsom signs executive order launching next phase of whole-of-government response to the economic and insurance consequences of climate crisis

Governor Newsom signs executive order launching next phase of whole-of-government response to the economic and insurance consequences of climate crisis

The California Earthquake Authority (CEA), as the Wildfire Fund Administrator, will evaluate and prepare a report on innovative and durable reforms to California’s energy utility and insurance markets in the face of the state’s growing exposure to...

Owner:  American Government
As the federal government turns its back on workers, Governor Newsom signs landmark bill expanding workers’ rights

As the federal government turns its back on workers, Governor Newsom signs landmark bill expanding workers’ rights

“The current President is attempting to take a wrecking ball to public and private sector employees’ fundamental right to join a union and collectively bargain for fair wages, benefits and safe working conditions. This is unacceptable and frankly,...

Owner:  American Government
Governor Newsom signs SB 53, advancing California’s world-leading artificial intelligence industry

Governor Newsom signs SB 53, advancing California’s world-leading artificial intelligence industry

California’s AI dominance California continues to dominate the AI sector. In addition to being the birthplace of AI, the state is home to 32 of the 50 top AI companies worldwide. California leads U.S. demand for AI talent. In 2024, 15.7% of all...

Owner:  American Government
Attorney General Tong Files Emergency Lawsuit to Protect Critical Homeland Security Funding from Politically Motivated Cuts

Attorney General Tong Files Emergency Lawsuit to Protect Critical Homeland Security Funding from Politically Motivated Cuts

Press Releases 09/30/2025 Attorney General Tong Files Emergency Lawsuit to Protect Critical Homeland Security Funding from Politically Motivated Cuts (Hartford, CT) -- Attorney General William Tong, as part of a coalition of 12 attorneys general,...

Owner:  American Government
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California Prepares for Extreme Weather Swings as New Water Year Begins

California Prepares for Extreme Weather Swings as New Water Year Begins

Independent, local journalism needs your support to survive and thrive. Join the YubaNet community today. SACRAMENTO, Calif. – While California’s climate has always swung between dry and wet conditions, the past five years have proven what climate...

Owner:  Susan Levitz & Pascale Fusshoeller
Government shutdown to impact Bay Area tourism. Here's what to know

Government shutdown to impact Bay Area tourism. Here's what to know

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Massive crowds of tourists could be seen along The Embarcadero Tuesday afternoon, just back from an afternoon trip to San Francisco's Alcatraz Island. Crowds that we may or may not see in the days ahead with the government...

Owner:  The Walt Disney Company
California retired veterans and families to benefit from new military pension tax exemption

California retired veterans and families to benefit from new military pension tax exemption

REDLANDS, Calif. (KABC) -- Veterans have served and sacrificed for our nation, and on Tuesday, the state of California announced a new law to help them in retirement. That law will exempt part of their military pensions from state income tax. At...

Owner:  The Walt Disney Company
Business News | PowerSchool Expands India Footprint with Launch of New Centre of Excellence in Chennai
California bill eyes red-light camera overhaul with major changes to fines and enforcement

California bill eyes red-light camera overhaul with major changes to fines and enforcement

Getting a ticket for running a red light when you're not even in the car? It could happen as California lawmakers consider a red-light redo. Cameras used to catch an average of 14,000 red light runners each year in Sacramento County, but today...

Owner:  Shari Redstone (Family)
Business News | Azul Platform Prime Enables Hua Nan Securities to Increase Revenue and Customer Satisfaction by Improving Trading System Performance by 35%
An Update on Nevada’s Financing Industry

An Update on Nevada’s Financing Industry

Business is booming across the state of Nevada. As established international companies continue to move offices and even headquarters to the region, alongside new, local businesses opening doors, one issue is top of mind: financing. The Financing...

Owner:  Lyle & Connie Brennan
Rep. Ruiz warns of “Conservative Government Shutdown,” releases guide for constituents

Rep. Ruiz warns of “Conservative Government Shutdown,” releases guide for constituents

EL CENTRO — With a potential federal government shutdown, Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-CA) issued a stark warning and a resource guide for his constituents, blaming conservative lawmakers for the impending crisis. “A Conservative government shutdown...

Owner:  Madison Venture Corp & David Radler
Federal shutdown could impact Kern County economy and services

Federal shutdown could impact Kern County economy and services

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The ongoing federal government shutdown is poised to have significant repercussions in Kern County, affecting everything from business operations to oil permitting. Ian Anderson, a political science professor at...

Owner:  Smith Family
‘Reassessment’ of California’s high speed rail could mean big changes for San Joaquin Valley

‘Reassessment’ of California’s high speed rail could mean big changes for San Joaquin Valley

BY VICTOR PATTON Merced Focus A new report by California’s High-Speed Rail Authority suggests the state could save billions of dollars by resequencing the planned Bakersfield-to-Merced segment of the bullet train. That could include eliminating...

Owner:  Hank & Kelly Vander Veen
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