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News from September 2024

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Governor Newsom supports Biden-Harris executive order on gun violence

By Golden State Today | Sep 26, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom expressed his support for the Biden-Harris Administration's executive order aimed at reducing gun violence and urged Congress to pass a national assault weapons ban. In a statement, Governor Newsom highlighted the importance of federal action in preventing school shootings and addressing threats posed by ghost guns and unserialized conversion kits.

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VA provides 3,019 home purchase loans in California in Q2

By Golden State Today | Sep 25, 2024

There were 3,019 VA home purchase loans issued in California in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $1.8 billion, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor signs bills restricting polluting operations near schools

By Golden State Today | Sep 25, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed three bills into law aimed at restricting oil and gas operations near schools, daycares, and communities. The new legislation aims to protect public health, the environment, and empower local communities with greater control over oil and gas activities in their areas.

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Governor Newsom requests disaster declaration after Park and Borel fires

By Golden State Today | Sep 25, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to support the recovery efforts in Kern, Butte, and Tehama counties following the Park and Borel fires. These wildfires ignited on July 24, 2024, during an extreme heat event in California. The Park Fire burned 429,603 acres and destroyed 709 structures, making it the fourth largest wildfire in California history. The Borel Fire burned 59,288 acres and destroyed 223 structures, including the town of Havilah.

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Governor Newsom signs multiple legislative bills into law

By Golden State Today | Sep 25, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed several bills into law, as announced today. The new legislation covers a wide range of issues, from public records and agricultural pesticide use to affordable housing and disorderly conduct.

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Santa Maria man arrested after courthouse bombing

By Golden State Today | Sep 25, 2024

Santa Maria, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives have arrested 20-year-old Nathaniel McGuire from Santa Maria for exploding an improvised explosive device at the Santa Maria Courthouse today. At approximately 8:48 am this morning, the Sheriff’s Office received a report of an explosion at the Santa Maria Courthouse near Department 9.

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Governor Newsom announces new appointments to key correctional positions

By Golden State Today | Sep 25, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced several appointments in the state of California.

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California Secretary of State to host apostille pop-up shop in Alameda County

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

The California Secretary of State's office, in collaboration with the Alameda County Auditor-Controller/Clerk-Recorder agency, will host an Apostille Pop-Up Shop. The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Dublin Public Library located at 200 Civic Plaza.

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Attorney General Bonta announces $7.7M settlement with U.S. Healthworks

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a settlement with U.S. Healthworks (USHW), a chain of occupational and urgent care clinics. The $7.7 million settlement addresses allegations that USHW withheld millions from the State of California in unclaimed property, violating both the Unclaimed Property Law (UPL) and the California False Claims Act (CFCA). This unclaimed property includes patient balances resulting from overpayments.

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Governor Newsom signs bipartisan legislation strengthening California's gun laws

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bipartisan legislative package aimed at strengthening California's gun laws to prevent mass violence and domestic violence. The new laws build on existing strategies and introduce measures to further protect the state's residents.

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California DOJ releases findings on Guillermo Huerta shooting

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) has released a report on the officer-involved shooting of Guillermo Huerta in Bakersfield, California. The incident occurred on March 18, 2023, and involved officers from the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD). This report is part of DOJ's efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices.

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UC Davis features new head football coach Tim Plough on 'Face to Face

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

Kick off the fall quarter with this month’s episode of Face to Face With Chancellor May, featuring new head football coach Tim Plough in conversation with Chancellor Gary S. May.

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California's AB 3042 extends funding for forensic DNA services

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the signing of Assembly Bill 3042 (AB 3042) into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen (D – Elk Grove), extends the sunset date on Proposition 69, known as the “DNA Fingerprint, Unsolved Crime and Innocence Protection Act.” This extension ensures continued funding for essential forensic DNA services through criminal fines.

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UC Davis raises over $2.25 billion in historic fundraising campaign

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

The University of California, Davis, has concluded its most successful fundraising campaign to date. The multi-year effort, titled "Expect Greater: From UC Davis, for the World," raised over $2.25 billion to support various initiatives including student aid, health research and care, sustainability, and innovation.

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Governor Newsom to sign new oil and gas legislation tomorrow

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

Tomorrow, Governor Gavin Newsom will sign legislation concerning the oversight of oil and gas wells and community protections in Los Angeles County.

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Governor Newsom signs bills expanding farmworker housing and easing regulations

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

Governor Newsom has signed two bills aimed at increasing access to affordable housing for California's farmworkers. The bills, AB 2240 and AB 3035, are designed to improve housing stability for agricultural workers and simplify the construction of farmworker housing.

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Theater faces ongoing struggle with 'soft censorship,' says UC Berkeley professor

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

From the U.S.’s first Black theater in New York to today's Broadway stages, there has been “a kind of de facto censorship” of diverse stories throughout the country's history, says Professor Shannon Steen.

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Governor Newsom announces key appointments to state boards

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom announced several new appointments on September 24, 2024.

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Governor Newsom signs bills addressing sewer system failures and clean drinking water

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill aimed at addressing failing sewer systems in communities such as East Orosi. The new legislation provides the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) with increased authority to intervene where sewer services are inadequate. This includes appointing administrators to ensure essential services and promote access to reliable wastewater systems.

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California enacts law banning reporting of medical debt on credit scores

By Golden State Today | Sep 24, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement today following the signing of Senate Bill 1061 (SB 1061) into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The bill, authored by Senator Monique Limón and cosponsored by several advocacy organizations including the California Nurses Association, Health Access California, CALPIRG, Consumer Federation of California, and the National Consumer Law Center, aims to protect consumers from having medical debt reported on their credit reports.