A new bill could require California to monitor wastewater for disease in the Central Valley
The Wastewater Surveillance Act, if passed, would require at least one wastewater monitoring site in every California county.
Insurance Commissioner rejects State Farm’s emergency rate hike request, calls for meeting with company reps
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has rejected State Farm General’s request for a rate hike averaging 22% due to the company’s “dire” ...
Where were California’s biggest pay raises?
California’s smallest paychecks averaged 25% growth during the past five years. The largest earners got just 19%.
Climate impacts raising the costs of home insurance in RI. Here's why.
Experts testify to legislators that insurers are pulling out of coastal areas in RI and raising costs because of risks ...
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BOS questions local groups’ spending, responds to Lithium Valley halt
Supervisor Ryan Kelley raised concerns about three entities — IV Equity and Justice, Comite Civico del Valle and the Imperial ...
Who’s paying for California politicians’ travel? After CalMatters’ report, audit proposes a legal fix
A state audit spurred by CalMatters reporting finds that a law meant to reveal who funds CA legislators’ sponsored travel is falling short.
California schools still fall behind despite big increases in spending
Many California students still languish in math and reading, a study shows. But Compton students bucked the trend.
Sutter County supervisors poised for $20K raise. Are they still underpaid?
The $20,000 pay raise would be the first since 2004 but still keep them below salaries for supervisors of similar neighboring counties.
County commissioners discuss proposal to create DOGE-like office; make no decision
Tulsa County commissioners discussed a proposal to create an Office of Government Efficiency and Transparency during a ...
San Mateo County ensures programs will remain viable amid federal funding freeze
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved Tuesday an update to the county’s 2025 budget, ensuring money is available ...
Tougher anti-looting laws and better tax credits? Here’s what lawmakers want after LA fires
State lawmakers are laying out their visions for wildfire recovery. From housing to public safety, here’s what’s on the table.
Competency evaluation ordered for Tacoma man accused of fatally stabbing stepfather
A plea of not guilty was entered on Flowers’ behalf during his arraignment on Thursday in Pierce County Superior Court.