The increase in lobbyists means there’s now at least one lobbyist for every legislative staff member in California.

Here are some of the most noteworthy new 2025 California laws, from cannabis cafes to voter ID bans, that go into effect Jan. 1.

More than half of California's Sierra meadows have been degraded or lost. Investments from Prop. 4 could boost ongoing restoration work.

Striking Amazon and Starbucks employees want union contracts. The Trump administration is unlikely to side with them on ...

Voters said no to expanded rent control, but tenants will now have more time to fight to overturn evictions under a new ...

New California law will prohibit state-chartered banks from charging fees for withdrawals that are instantly declined.

Community Cycles of California gives “justice involved” individuals employment training through a state grant.

New California law prevents schools from requiring staff to notify parents if students identify as LGBTQ. Opponents vow to keep fighting.

A new law prohibits local governments from mandating identification for California voters, but Huntington Beach is fighting ...

California nurses say an addiction recovery program managed by their licensing board has become a trap that drives them out of their careers.

California jails saw historic numbers of in-custody deaths as inmate populations shrank. Now, they are expected to grow again as Proposition 36 takes effect.