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Who made largest political contributions in California in week ending Feb. 15?

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

The 35 political contributions made during the week ending Feb. 15 can be found here.

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How many H-1B petitions made by California employers were approved during 2024?

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 98.5% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in California were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Attorney General Bonta criticizes Trump's executive order on voting restrictions

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has responded to an executive order from President Trump titled "Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections."

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Governor Newsom promotes expansion of film tax credit at Vogue World announcement

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the hosting of this year's Vogue World event in Hollywood, alongside Anna Wintour, Vogue's Editor-in-Chief and Global Chief Content Editor of Conde Nast.

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Federal aid surpasses $2 billion mark for LA wildfire recovery

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

Financial assistance for the recovery efforts following the Los Angeles County wildfires has now exceeded $2 billion, according to an announcement made by Governor Gavin Newsom.

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Governor Newsom honors fallen officer Osmar Rodarte from Marysville Police Department

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a statement following the death of Marysville Police Department Officer Osmar Rodarte.

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Settlement reached on Otay Ranch Village 13 project over environmental concerns

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a settlement agreement concerning the Otay Ranch Village 13 project.

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Attorney General Bonta urges unity among lawyers against presidential attacks

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 20 other state attorneys general, has issued an open letter urging the legal community to unite in defense of the rule of law.

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Report finds no charges warranted in Christopher Mercurio shooting

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has released a report on the officer-involved shooting of Christopher Mercurio in Valencia, California.

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Supreme Court upholds ATF regulation on ghost guns

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta expressed his approval following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF) regulation on ghost guns.

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Goleta Police urge safe practices during Distracted Driving Awareness Month

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

The Goleta Police Department is taking action during Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April to address the dangers of distracted driving.

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Norma Torres advocates for pay equality and critiques former administration's security measures

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

On March 25 and 26, 2025, Rep. Norma Torres expressed her stance on equal pay, critiqued the previous administration's national security capabilities, and engaged her audience with a brief question via social media.

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Attorney General urges consumers to check eligibility for generic drug price compensation

By Golden State Today | Mar 26, 2025

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a settlement involving generic drug manufacturer Apotex, which could lead to compensation for consumers who purchased certain generic prescription drugs between May 2009 and December 2019.

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California sees 6.6% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 15.5% of income in California, a 6.6% rise from 8.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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California political committees that received the most contributions during week ending Feb. 15

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

Here are the 25 California political committees that received the largest financial contributions during the week ending Feb. 15.

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Governor Newsom honors fallen King City police sergeant

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

Governor Gavin Newsom has released a statement following the death of King City Police Department Sergeant Ryan Kenedy.

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California lawmakers urged to oppose Trump's voter suppression efforts

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

California Common Cause is urging state legislators to reaffirm their authority over California's election processes following President Donald Trump's recent executive order.

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UC Davis leader reflects on decades-long commitment to inclusion

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

Mikael Villalobos, associate vice chancellor for the Office of Campus and Community Relations at UC Davis, has spent over 30 years working towards a more inclusive campus environment.

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Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office honors exemplary service at annual awards ceremony

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

On March 19, 2025, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office held its Annual Recognition Awards Program and Luncheon at the Santa Ynez Marriott.

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Newsom highlights success of San Bernardino joint law enforcement operation

By Golden State Today | Mar 25, 2025

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the results of a joint law enforcement operation in San Bernardino, initiated in October 2024.