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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.

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in California increases from Q2 to Q3

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for California in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $616,650, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Governor Newsom announces key appointments across state agencies

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

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

California secures federal grant for Mountain Fire response

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 6, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 4, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 4, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 4, 2024

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

By Golden State Today | Nov 4, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a $1.37 billion settlement with Kroger, addressing the company's involvement in the opioid crisis.

Rady Children's Hospital merger receives conditional approval from California Attorney General

By Golden State Today | Nov 4, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has conditionally approved the merger of Rady Children’s Hospital and Health Center with Children’s HealthCare of California.

Average VA home loan amount in California increases in Q3

By Golden State Today | Nov 3, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in California during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $594,565, a 2.5% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.