Alameda County officials call for statewide phase-out of fossil fuels
Newsom's recent regulations on fracking and partial ban on steam-injection oil drilling are first steps, the officials said in a news release.
Newsom's recent regulations on fracking and partial ban on steam-injection oil drilling are first steps, the officials said in a news release.
California budget plan aids teachers, firefighters, those in US illegally
The Democratic governor is proposing a continued progressive agenda as he defended California's progress against criticism from national naysayers.
The Democratic governor is proposing a continued progressive agenda as he defended California's progress against criticism from national naysayers.
California could be first state to launch its own prescription drug label
Newsom wants California, home to nearly 40 million people, to contract with generic drug companies to make prescription medications on its behalf so it could then sell them to the public. The goal, according to the governor's office, is to lower prices by increasing competition in the generic market.
Newsom wants California, home to nearly 40 million people, to contract with generic drug companies to make prescription medications on its behalf so it could then sell them to the public. The goal, according to the governor's office, is to lower prices by increasing competition in the generic market.
Calif. governor seeks $750M to pay rent for homeless
Gov. Gavin Newsom planned to sign an executive order Wednesday creating the fund, two days before he presents his second annual budget proposal to the state Legislature.
Gov. Gavin Newsom planned to sign an executive order Wednesday creating the fund, two days before he presents his second annual budget proposal to the state Legislature.
$750 million to help the homeless get shelter
Tom Vacar reports.
Tom Vacar reports.
California eyes climate bond to prepare for disasters
Lawmakers in the Democratic-dominated state Legislature return to work Monday for the second year of a two-year session.
Lawmakers in the Democratic-dominated state Legislature return to work Monday for the second year of a two-year session.
Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek consider updating accessory dwelling unit laws
Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek are considering "urgency" ordinances to take effect immediately.
Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek are considering "urgency" ordinances to take effect immediately.
California utility scrambles to renegotiate wildfire deal
The San Francisco-based company needs to pull a deal off to meet a June 30 deadline to emerge from bankruptcy protection and regain its financial footing.
The San Francisco-based company needs to pull a deal off to meet a June 30 deadline to emerge from bankruptcy protection and regain its financial footing.
California Gov. Newsom rejects PG&E's bankruptcy plan
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has rejected a bankruptcy reorganization plan that Pacific Gas and Electric reached just last week with thousands of wildfire victims, including a $13.5 billion settlement.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has rejected a bankruptcy reorganization plan that Pacific Gas and Electric reached just last week with thousands of wildfire victims, including a $13.5 billion settlement.
Gov. Newsom to induct Class of 2019 California Hall of Fame
There will be a live stream of the event from the California Museum Website and their YouTube channel at 7 p.m. for the "Spirit of California" ceremony
There will be a live stream of the event from the California Museum Website and their YouTube channel at 7 p.m. for the "Spirit of California" ceremony
Gov. Newsom issues executive order to help wildfire areas recover quicker
Newsom's executive order helps displaced residents with housing needs by facilitating manufactured homes and mobile home parks, and waiving fees to replace driver's licenses and birth certificates of residents affected by the fires.
Newsom's executive order helps displaced residents with housing needs by facilitating manufactured homes and mobile home parks, and waiving fees to replace driver's licenses and birth certificates of residents affected by the fires.
Gov. Newsom waives some fees and zoning requirements to help wildfire victims
The Governor issued an executive order Saturday.
The Governor issued an executive order Saturday.
1st African-American woman nominated to S.F. appellate court
Judge Teri Jackson could become the first African-American woman to serve as an associate justice for the San Francisco appellate court.
Judge Teri Jackson could become the first African-American woman to serve as an associate justice for the San Francisco appellate court.
Gov. Newsom threatens possible PG&E takeover if no plan is made
California's governor on Friday threatened a possible takeover of the troubled utility blamed for sparking deadly wildfires across the state with its outdated equipment unless it can emerge from bankruptcy ahead of next year's wildfire season with a plan focused on safety.
California's governor on Friday threatened a possible takeover of the troubled utility blamed for sparking deadly wildfires across the state with its outdated equipment unless it can emerge from bankruptcy ahead of next year's wildfire season with a plan focused on safety.
Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency for Kincade, Tick wildfires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Friday as wildfires scorch both ends of the state—from Sonoma down to Los Angeles.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Friday as wildfires scorch both ends of the state—from Sonoma down to Los Angeles.
Gov. Newsom lashes out at PG&E, takes different approach after 2003 recall effort over rolling blackouts
If Gov. Gavin Newsom fails to hold the state's unpopular investor-owned utilities accountable and stabilize power delivery, he will pay a price. If successful, he may reap tremendous political benefits.
If Gov. Gavin Newsom fails to hold the state's unpopular investor-owned utilities accountable and stabilize power delivery, he will pay a price. If successful, he may reap tremendous political benefits.
Free MyShake App now available, offers early-warning alerts for earthquakes
The statewide app is available on sources such as the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
The statewide app is available on sources such as the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Governor Newsom signs three laws aimed at preventing bullying, suicides in California
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed three new laws aimed at preventing bullying and suicides as a rash of school bullying incidents have been reported across the state in recent weeks.
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed three new laws aimed at preventing bullying and suicides as a rash of school bullying incidents have been reported across the state in recent weeks.
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse empowered by new California law
Gov. Newsom's signing of AB 218 is meant to empower survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Gov. Newsom's signing of AB 218 is meant to empower survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Child sex abuse victims empowered by new California law
A new law signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom will allow victims of childhood sexual abuse to have more time to file civil suits against alleged suspects and the institutions that employ them. KTVU's Jesse Gary reports on who Assembly bill 218 impacts the most.
A new law signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom will allow victims of childhood sexual abuse to have more time to file civil suits against alleged suspects and the institutions that employ them. KTVU's Jesse Gary reports on who Assembly bill 218 impacts the most.