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California received four grants totaling $16,097,607 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Newsom extends CHP operations in Bay Area amid new public safety laws

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the extension of California Highway Patrol (CHP) operations in the Bay Area, including Oakland, following a successful year of enforcement against organized crime.

Bonta joins effort urging Supreme Court support for Louisiana's congressional map

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 19 other attorneys general, has submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court supporting Louisiana's revised congressional map.

Governor Newsom announces new appointments across multiple state departments

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced several appointments to various state positions.

California leads US in slowing growth of homelessness

California has made significant strides in addressing homelessness, contrasting with national trends where the issue continues to escalate.

California political committees that received the most contributions during November

Here are the 50 political committees that received the largest financial contributions during November.

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California receives 3 EDA grants totaling $378,750 for public works in 2023

California received three grants totaling $378,750 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

California DOJ investigates Fresno shooting involving corrections officer

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced an investigation by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) into a recent officer-involved shooting in Fresno, California.

Pedestrian fatality in Goleta after vehicle collision; investigation ongoing

On December 24, 2024, at around 7:02 pm, a vehicle-pedestrian collision occurred at the intersection of Hollister Avenue and Magnolia Drive in Old Town Goleta.

Governor Newsom to address public safety in Alameda County

Tomorrow, Governor Gavin Newsom is scheduled to make an announcement concerning public safety in Alameda County.

Who made largest political contributions in California in week ending Dec. 14?

By Golden State Today | Dec 24, 2024

The 18 political contributions made during the week ending Dec. 14 can be found here.

California Highway Patrol's operation leads to over 100 arrests for retail theft

By Golden State Today | Dec 24, 2024

In a concerted effort to address organized retail crime during the busy holiday season, the California Highway Patrol (CHP), alongside local law enforcement agencies, conducted a statewide operation resulting in over 100 arrests.

Newsom seeks federal aid after worst albacore season in decades

By Golden State Today | Dec 24, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has formally requested a federal fishery disaster declaration to aid the albacore fishing industry, which is experiencing its worst season in over three decades.

Attorney General Bonta files lawsuit against C.C.O.A., seeks dissolution

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has initiated legal proceedings to dissolve the C.C.O.A. Housing Corporation, a nonprofit established in 1979 with the aim of providing affordable housing for elderly and handicapped individuals.

Attorneys general back federal contractor minimum wage increase

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 21 other attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

FOIA Request Sent to California State Executive - Secretary of State Regarding a List of Gas Stations and Grocery Stores on December 23, 2024

FOIA Request to California State Executive - Secretary of State Regarding a List of Gas Stations and Grocery Stores on December 23, 2024.

California sees lowest gas prices in three years due to new transparency measures