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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

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

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

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

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

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

CalChamber questions cost assessment of new privacy regulations

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

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

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.

Governor Newsom announces key appointments across state agencies

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a series of appointments to various state positions in California.

California secures federal grant for Mountain Fire response

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to aid in combating the Mountain Fire in Ventura County.

Governor Newsom comments on presidential election results

Today, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statement in response to the results of the 2024 Presidential Election.

DOJ releases findings on officer-involved shooting of Curtis Barnett

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has released a report regarding the officer-involved shooting of Curtis Barnett, which took place in Salinas, California, on July 13, 2022.

California AG issues guidance on protecting reproductive healthcare providers

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a new bulletin to guide law enforcement in addressing threats to reproductive healthcare providers.

John Clark Lagarias discusses plant photoreceptors' impact on agriculture

By Golden State Today | Nov 5, 2024

A flowering plant may not discern the number of fingers one holds up, but it can differentiate between light and darkness.

California votes close; counting continues for November general election

By Golden State Today | Nov 5, 2024

California's polls have closed for the November 5, 2024, General Election, as announced by Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. County elections officials are now tasked with counting ballots through the night.

Governor Newsom mourns Quincy Jones' passing as cultural icon

Governor Gavin Newsom has expressed his condolences following the passing of Quincy Jones, a renowned musician, producer, and composer.

Bipartisan coalition urges peace following election results

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined a bipartisan coalition of 51 attorneys general in issuing a joint statement condemning any potential violence following the upcoming General Election.

California sues city over alleged illegal housing ban

California's Attorney General Rob Bonta, Governor Gavin Newsom, and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Director Gustavo Velasquez have filed a lawsuit against the City of Norwalk.

California secures $122 million from Kroger in opioid settlement