The term “unsubsidized 100% affordable project” was once an oxymoron. Under Mayor Karen Bass, Los Angeles is now approving them by the hundreds.
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California gas tax revenue will drop by $6 billion, threatening roads
As the state battles climate change and Californians drive fewer gas-powered cars, tax revenue will drop substantially, according to a new state analysis. EV fees will make up only part of the transportation shortfall so lawmakers need new funding options.
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Porter and Schiff polling neck and neck in California Senate race, in lead for a runoff
As others struggle for traction in the race for Dianne Feinstein’s seat, it appears to be shaping up as a two-person contest, with Reps. Adam Schiff and Katie Porter likely to face off in the fall.
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In the Public Interest: In first Assembly session, Pellerin picks fight with Northern California conservatives
Assemblymember Gail Pellerin, a former Santa Cruz County clerk, ended the legislative session with 10 of her bills signed into law. Of those, six focused on voting. One bill, AB 969, takes direct aim at a controversy over a Shasta County plan to hand-count ballots in an upcoming special election.
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Adam Schiff outpaces Barbara Lee, Katie Porter in fundraising for California Senate race
In the race to replace the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein, Rep. Adam Schiff continues to hold a strong lead over his rivals in fundraising, bringing in nearly $6 million in campaign contributions in the past three months.
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Former Dodgers star and Republican Steve Garvey enters U.S. Senate race
Garvey, a former All-Star first baseman for the Dodgers, could upend the race to fill the U.S. Senate seat held by the late Dianne Feinstein since 1992.
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Who is Laphonza Butler? What to know about Newsom’s pick for Feinstein’s Senate seat
Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the Senate seat that was held by Dianne Feinstein, who died Friday. Who is Butler?
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With the death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, whom will Newsom appoint?
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein means that California Gov. Gavin Newsom has to decide who will fill her seat. He has said he would appoint a caretaker, not one of the three Democrats who are already running — Reps. Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam Schiff.
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Dianne Feinstein, the first woman to represent California in the Senate, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein survived two assassination attempts and a mayoral recall to become the most popular politician in California for years running.
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State schools superintendent Tony Thurmond announces 2026 bid for California governor
Tony Thurmond, the superintendent of public instruction, becomes the second Democrat to launch a campaign for California governor in a race that is still three years away.