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Here are the 10 California political committees that received the largest financial contributions during the week ending April 5.

Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry file 16,698 H-1B petitions in California throughout 2024

In 2024, 16,698 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in California, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Governor Newsom accelerates wildfire resilience projects with $170 million funding

Governor Gavin Newsom has taken steps to bolster California's wildfire resilience by signing Assembly Bill 100, a legislative measure allocating $170 million to advance forest and vegetation management across the state.

Attorneys general oppose HHS rule changes affecting ACA insurance coverage

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has taken a stand against a proposed rule by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) affecting the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Attorneys general urge Congress to regulate pharmacy benefit managers

California Attorney General Rob Bonta and a bipartisan coalition of 39 attorneys general have called on Congress to pass legislation that would prohibit Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and their affiliates from owning or operating pharmacies.

California to launch campaign to boost tourism amidst declining visitation rates from Canada

California is set to launch a new international tourism campaign aimed at strengthening ties with Canada.

Newsom extends firestorm survivors' protection order to July 1, 2025

Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order to extend protections for the survivors of the Los Angeles area firestorms against predatory real estate practices.

Governor Newsom announces special election for Assembly District 63

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a special election for Assembly District 63, scheduled for August 26, 2025.

First Partner Siebel Newsom to unveil report on sexual assault survivors

By Golden State Today | Apr 13, 2025

First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom will release a report with recommendations to enhance support for survivors of sexual assault.

UC Davis responds to Community Park shooting amid campus events

The University of California, Davis has expressed its sorrow over a shooting incident that occurred at Community Park in Davis, where individuals enjoying the area were injured.

Bill to allow climate lawsuits against oil firms fails in committee

Lawyers and environmentalists faced a setback as Senate Bill 222 did not pass in the California Senate Judiciary Committee, obtaining only five votes from the 13-member panel.

Governor Newsom announces Pacific Coast Highway reopening ahead of summer

Governor Newsom has announced that the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) will reopen by the end of May, well ahead of the expected schedule, following its closure due to the Palisades Fire.

Police investigate shooting at Davis Community Park, public advised to avoid area

The Davis Police Department is currently investigating a reported shooting at Community Park, located at 201 East 14th Street.

California's combined tax revenues down 32.5% from Q2 to Q3 2024

California collected $56.7 billion in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

Norma Torres addresses voter and aviation issues in recent legislative efforts

Rep. Norma Torres has made a series of legislative announcements addressing voting rights and aviation safety.

LA residents urged to apply for debris removal ahead of deadline

There are only four days left for residents and businesses to apply for debris removal assistance following the Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles.

Brad Sherman discusses immigration, corporate responsibility, and Passover in recent tweets

Congressman Brad Sherman, representing California's 32nd district since 1997, recently addressed critical issues in a series of tweets posted in April 2025.

Attorney General Bonta appeals court decision on children's online safety law

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed an appeal against a recent decision by the Northern District of California that blocked the enforcement of the Age-Appropriate Design Code Act.

Attorney General Bonta supports law firms in First Amendment case against Trump's orders