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Governor Newsom signs order for Mountain Fire response in Ventura County

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order to aid response and recovery efforts for the Mountain Fire in Ventura County.

California AG warns against intoxicating hemp-edible lookalikes mimicking popular food brands

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert warning residents about industrial hemp-infused edibles that often mimic popular food brands.

Attorney General warns against scams targeting veterans ahead of Veterans Day

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert ahead of Veterans Day, warning veterans and their families about scams and fraud.

Bonta joins coalition defending law prohibiting felons from owning guns

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with a coalition of 22 attorneys general, has filed a brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Governor Newsom announces multiple state board appointments

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a series of appointments to various state boards and commissions.

Los Angeles voters approve independent redistricting measures

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

Los Angeles voters have shown strong support for independent redistricting, with over 70% backing Measures DD and LL.

Court upholds termination of American Airlines-JetBlue alliance

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has expressed approval following a Court of Appeals decision that upheld a lower court's ruling to terminate the Northeast Alliance between American Airlines and JetBlue.

Newsom extends CHP presence in Oakland through year's end

By Golden State Today | Nov 8, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has extended the California Highway Patrol's (CHP) enforcement surge in Oakland to support public safety amid potential leadership changes following recent elections.

Attorney General warns against price gouging after Ventura County emergency

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert following the Governor's declaration of a state of emergency in Ventura County due to the Mountain Fire.

Newsom calls special session to protect California from incoming Trump administration

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has called a special session of the California Legislature to address concerns regarding the incoming Trump administration.

California continues vote count with focus on accuracy over speed

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., has issued a reminder to Californians regarding the ongoing vote count process following Election Day.

Governor Newsom declares emergency in Ventura County due to Mountain Fire

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in Ventura County due to the Mountain Fire, which has burned over 19,643 acres.

Attorney General Bonta reassures Californians amid anticipated political shifts

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta addressed the state's plans to uphold its values and protect its citizens in anticipation of a second Trump Administration.

Governor Newsom announces new appointments to state boards

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a series of appointments across various state boards and councils.

CalChamber questions cost assessment of new privacy regulations

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

A report by the California Chamber of Commerce has raised concerns about the economic impact of proposed regulations by the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA).

California continues ballot count for November general election

By Golden State Today | Nov 7, 2024

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., has announced that county elections officials are actively counting ballots from the November 5, 2024, General Election.

Analysis: California among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Golden State Today shows that California is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.