Politics
A cap on the federal tax deduction for state and local taxes, known as SALT, was a controversial part of Trump’s 2017 tax overhaul.
Sept. 18, 2024
California
Two Democrats, Mark Gonzalez and John Yi, are vying to succeed incumbent Assemblymember Miguel Santiago, who did not seek reelection.
While the Golden State’s Democratic leanings in the presidential contest are well known, California is home to several swing districts that make the state critical this year in determining which party controls the U.S.
A flaw in the voter registration system showed nearly 100,000 people had provided proof of citizenship when they had not. A court now will decide if they can vote in state and local races, or only federal.
Sept. 17, 2024
Hollywood Inc.
California has a film and TV production problem. Industry professionals and experts are trying to determine what can be done to fix it.
A new poll shows that California voters overwhelming support Proposition 36, sponsored by the California District Attorney’s Assn. The November ballot measure would increase punishment for theft and hard drug offenses and impose required treatment for repetitive criminal addicts.
Climate & Environment
As the Big Bear Alpine Zoo came under threat from the 39,000-acre Line fire, staffers evacuated most of its animals to sunny Palm Desert.
Science & Medicine
Scientists say microscopic black holes could explain the elusive “dark matter” that makes up a quarter of all matter in the universe. But can it be proven?
California’s legal weed industry is reeling over whistleblower lawsuit claims, key departures and fear over slumping sales
Opinion
If Gov. Newsom vetoes SB 1047, the forces of anti-regulation — AI companies — will have little incentive to work on alternatives.