Golden State Today

Santa Maria, Calif. – The Sheriff’s Office Alternative Sentencing Bureau has relocated to a new facility in Santa Maria. The new location is operational at the Northern Branch Jail, situated at 2301 Black Road, Santa Maria. The previous site on Foster Road has been entirely moved to this new address on Black Road.

Bonta supports HUD's efforts against ongoing housing discrimination

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Discriminatory Effects Rule. This rule, which implements the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA), addresses racial and other forms of prohibited discrimination in housing and related services. The insurance industry is currently challenging the rule, which holds insurers and other parties liable for housing practices that may appear neutral but are discriminatory in effect, causing a "disparate...

Governor Newsom increases CHP deployment after recovery of over 1K stolen cars

Governor Newsom today announced he is increasing the deployment of state law enforcement in Oakland following the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) recovery of over a thousand stolen cars, seizure of 55 guns linked to crimes, and the arrest of 562 suspects in the East Bay since February.

Governor Newsom proclaims Disability Pride Month for July 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring July 2024 as "Disability Pride Month."

Governor Newsom honors fallen Vacaville police officer

Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statement today regarding the death of Vacaville Police Department Officer Matthew Bowen.

Goleta Police plan traffic safety operation targeting risky behaviors

The Goleta Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation on Tuesday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., focusing on the most dangerous driver behaviors that jeopardize the safety of cyclists and pedestrians. These violations include speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield or provide right of way to bicyclists or pedestrians, and failing to stop for signs and signals.

California awards $58 million in tax credits for five new TV projects

Across 438 filming days in California, the new projects will spend an estimated $386 million in the state during their upcoming seasons, directly supporting local businesses and employing 15,869 background performers (measured in days worked), 1,196 crew members, and 685 cast members.

California settles $50 million lawsuit with Vitol and SK over gas price manipulation

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a $50 million settlement with gas trading firms Vitol, Inc. (Vitol) and SK Energy Americas, Inc., along with its parent company SK Trading International (SK). The settlement resolves allegations that these companies collaborated to manipulate spot market prices for California gasoline. This action is part of Attorney General Bonta’s broader effort to hold the oil industry accountable for unlawful price increases and anticompetitive behavior.

Governor Newsom highlights California's enhanced wildfire readiness

California is leveraging its expanded aerial firefighting capabilities and new technologies to protect communities from wildfires. Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside state fire and emergency officials, provided an update on California’s wildfire response and readiness at CAL FIRE McClellan Air Tanker Base in Sacramento.

California achieves significant legislative progress under Governor Newsom's leadership

Governor Gavin Newsom and the Legislature, working alongside stakeholders throughout California, recently concluded one of the busiest and most successful months for public policy in recent memory.

Who made largest political contributions in California in week ending July 6?

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending July 6 can be found here.

Governor Newsom to update on California's wildfire response

SACRAMENTO COUNTY — On Wednesday in Sacramento County, Governor Gavin Newsom will join state fire and emergency officials to provide an update on California’s ongoing wildfire response and preparedness efforts.

Bonta urges use of free ID protection after healthcare data breach

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a consumer alert today, sharing protection resources and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s data breach in February. In April, Attorney General Bonta, along with 22 other attorneys general, sent a letter to UnitedHealth Group, Inc., urging the corporation to take more meaningful action to protect those affected by the breach.

California anticipates $1.2 billion boost from 2026 World Cup

California is set to receive an estimated $1.2 billion from the 2026 World Cup across Los Angeles and the Bay Area, according to two recent reports. The tournament’s economic impact is projected to generate $594 million in Los Angeles County and up to $630 million in the Bay Area, with those regions expected to host hundreds of thousands of visitors.

Largest contributions to California committees in week ending July 6

Here are the 50 California political committees that received the largest financial contributions during the week ending July 6.

California allocates nearly $2 billion from state budget for public transportation

Nearly $2 billion is being allocated to support public transportation in California communities as part of the first wave of funding from the $5.1 billion transit recovery package included in last year’s state budget.

California DOJ releases findings on officer-involved shooting death of John Alaniz

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, pursuant to Assembly Bill 1506 (AB 1506), today released a report on John Alaniz’s death from an officer-involved shooting in Paramount, California, on May 4, 2022. The incident involved officers from the California Highway Patrol. The report is part of the California Department of Justice's (DOJ) ongoing efforts to provide transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices. The report provides a detailed analysis of the incident and outlines DOJ's findings. After a thorough investigation, DOJ concluded that criminal charges...

Attorney General issues alert on scams targeting California's military community