Cal Performances is set to present SLAM!, a unique blend of circus arts and professional wrestling, on October 5 and 6. The event features the Québécois troupe FLIP Fabrique, known for their acrobatic prowess, collaborating with director Robert Lepage. The performance promises an unconventional theatrical experience with characters such as Greek warriors and contortionist Barbies.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill (AB) 3218 into law, aimed at bolstering the enforcement of the state's flavored tobacco ban. The bill, sponsored by Attorney General Rob Bonta and authored by Assembly Speaker pro Tempore Jim Wood (D-Healdsburg) and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas), seeks to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 793 from 2019.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, California, alleging the hospital violated multiple state laws by refusing to provide emergency abortion care to patients experiencing obstetric emergencies. The lawsuit was filed in Humboldt County Superior Court.
In a divisive election year and with tensions high on campuses nationwide, the Berkeley Liberty Initiative (BLI) is beginning its next chapter under new program leadership and expanded outreach to students and faculty. The initiative continues to adhere to its founding principles.
In his final act of the year’s regular legislative session, Governor Gavin Newsom announced he signed AB 179, which creates new tools for California to set aside a portion of anticipated surplus funds in future fiscal years.
Stanford economists have analyzed Governor Gavin Newsom’s special session plan to prevent gasoline price spikes. Their analysis, published in the Sacramento Bee, concludes that the plan is economically sound and addresses a significant problem effectively.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced the nomination of three Court of Appeal Justices and the appointment of seven Superior Court Judges on September 30, 2024.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert following Governor Newsom's declaration of a state of emergency in Lake County to support recovery efforts from the Boyles Fire. The fire, now contained, affected the City of Clearlake, damaging or destroying over 30 structures.
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed several bills into law, addressing a range of issues from education and cannabis to public safety and healthcare. The newly signed legislation includes:
Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in Lake County to aid communities affected by the Boyles Fire. This move follows California's recent acquisition of a Fire Management Assistance Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to secure resources for fire suppression.
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 729, a bill introduced by Senator Caroline Menjivar (D-Van Nuys), which mandates large group health care service plan contracts and disability insurance policies to cover the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including in vitro fertilization (IVF).
The California Chamber of Commerce, the California Retailers’ Association, the California Restaurant Association, and the California Apartment Association issued a joint statement following Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of AB 98.
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a series of bills aimed at providing enhanced support to veterans and their families in California. The legislation focuses on various aspects, including housing, education, and tax relief.
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed several new bills into law. The newly enacted legislation covers a range of topics, from planning and zoning to health care services.
California Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jennifer Barrera issued a statement today following Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of SB 1047, authored by Senator Scott Wiener from San Francisco.
Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at safeguarding Californians from the rapid advancements in Generative AI (GenAI) technology. These measures include engaging leading experts to establish responsible guidelines for GenAI deployment and directing state agencies to assess risks associated with potential catastrophic events.
The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 4,582 home loans totaling $2.7 billion in California during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced the signing of several bills into law today, covering a range of issues from seismic safety in hospitals to artificial intelligence.