With a deadline next Thursday to withdraw an initiative that would put new funding for California’s health insurance for low-income residents on the November ballot, it’s crunch time in negotiations among Gov. Gavin Newsom, state lawmakers and health industry leaders.
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10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of June 21
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
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The Bay Area is heating up; its infrastructure isn’t designed for it
The average annual maximum temperature has increased in the San Francisco Bay Area in recent years, and the coastal fog that cools the region is less frequent. That’s having an impact in an area built for a cooler climate.
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Still need your landline? California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug
The California Public Utilities Commission rejected the telecom’s bid to stop providing service in many parts of the state. The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors was among the bodies weighing in against AT&T’s application.
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Could AI reject your resumé? California tries to prevent a new kind of discrimination
State regulators have proposed rules on evaluating workers and job applicants using artificial intelligence. “This new technology can obscure responsibility and make it harder to discern who’s responsible when a person is subjected to discriminatory decision-making,” one analyst says.
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A California senior lost $700K to scammers. Now she’s asking the state to slow bank transfers
A California bill would temporarily halt large transactions if a financial institution suspects elder fraud. Will the bill prevent older adults from accessing their bank accounts for legitimate expenses?
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California business and labor make a deal on workplace violation lawsuits
Business and labor groups announced an agreement Tuesday to limit a California law on class-action workplace lawsuits and avoid a battle at the ballot box in November.
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These cities have a new tactic to evade California housing laws. Legal experts are dubious
A recent court ruling exempted five charter cities from a controversial housing law. That’s given anti-density advocates across California an idea.
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California’s Black legislators make case for reparations bills while launching statewide tour
California’s Black Legislative Caucus is touring the state to promote reparations bills that address forced prison labor and efforts to improve health, longevity and financial equity. The six-city tour is meant to urge the public to get involved in lobbying lawmakers.
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10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of June 14
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
