California oil regulators deny issuance of 21 new fracking permits

California denied 21 oil drilling permits this week in the latest move toward ending fracking in a state that makes millions from the petroleum industry but is seeing widespread drought and more dangerous fire seasons linked to climate change.

Recall timing works to bring out the Democratic base for Gov. Newsom, politics professor says

Recall timing works in favor of Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Sonoma State political science professor David McCuan, because it comes just one week after Labor Day, when families are back from vacations and celebrations bring Democratic politicians and labor supporters together that can help get out the base.

Newsom to face recall election on Sept. 14

California has scheduled a Sept. 14 recall election that could oust Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom from office. The date was set after election officials certified that enough valid petition signatures had been turned in to qualify the election for the ballot.

Newsom sues his secretary of state to get party affiliation on recall ballot

The lawsuit against Secretary of State Shirley Weber, a fellow Democrat, came after Newsom’s campaign failed to file the appropriate paperwork.

California Democrats reportedly seek to alter recall laws again

Democrats want the option to speed things up to take advantage of what they see as favorable conditions for Newsom.

Gov. Newsom earmarks $12 billion for homeless and housing projects

Newsom spoke about the investment at a news conference in Mountain View Friday and about how he hopes to expand on the success of his Project Homekey program.

Newsom extends eviction ban, state to pay off back rent for tenants

California will ban evictions for unpaid rent through the end of September and pay off all back rent for eligible tenants under a deal announced Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders.

Report: California governor overstated fire prevention work

A Capital Public Radio investigation says California Gov. Gavin Newsom vastly overstated wildfire prevention work completed by his administration. 

Extending the eviction moratorium: Young people describe trauma related to housing insecurity

California's COVID anti-eviction moratorium ends on June 30. Experts say, 900,000 California households, up to 15% of renters, are behind on their rent each owing about $8,000, according to the Federal Reserve.

Unpaid rent: State lawmakers looking for deal to protect renters from evictions

Assemblymember David Chiu says right now billions of dollars are still available to make sure that landlords get paid and renters can remain where they are.

California governor assaulted by 'aggressive' man on Oakland street

A man has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting Gov. Gavin Newsom during his visit to downtown Oakland, authorities said Friday.

Newsom signs emergency proclamation to free more energy amid heat wave

Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed an emergency proclamation to free up additional energy capacity amid California's scorching heat wave. 

California to loosen worksite pandemic rules amid reopening

California regulators are set to approve revised worksite pandemic rules that allow fully vaccinated employees the same freedoms as when they are off the job. 

County clerks: Don't hold Newsom recall before mid-September

California's county elections officials are urging the lieutenant governor not to schedule the expected recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom before mid-September. 

Newsom: COVID restrictions going away, but COVID isn't; masks won't disappear

Although the vast majority of COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted Tuesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom warned Monday the virus is still active, and mask-wearing will continue to be a reality for non-vaccinated residents, at businesses that require them or for people who simply feel safer wearing them.

California governor signs orders to roll back virus rules

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order that will lift most of the state's coronavirus rules. 

Pandemic heroes honored at Latino Community Foundation Gala
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The Latino Community Foundation honored the essential workers Thursday night at a Gala that included leaders, including Gov. Gavin Newsom.