Wednesday’s rollback of economic reopening strikes sectors in Fresno, Kern, Kings, Merced, San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Tulare counties.
Newsom hints at clamping down on reopening ahead of Independence Day
Gov. Gavin Newsom previewed the tightening of California’s reopening during a Tuesday briefing, as coronavirus cases climb statewide.
Newsom opens the door for nursing homes to allow family visitation
The announcement came one day after Gov. Gavin Newsom rolled back reopening in select counties, citing a spike in coronavirus cases.
Golden State Killer DeAngelo pleading guilty to 13 murders, uncharged rapes
Joseph James DeAngelo, Jr., best known as the accused “Golden State Killer” pleaded guilty to a number of first degree murder charges on Monday.
Seventeen-year-olds voting? Could arrive to Calif. in 2022.
Voters will have the opportunity to decide if teen voters should be able to vote in primary and special elections if they turn 18 by the general election.
Looking to close $54bil coronavirus deficit, Calif. tucks in weapons ban in budget
Hours after Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a budget emergency, California State Senators approved a $202.1 billion spending package late on Thursday night.
5.8 magnitude earthquake rattles from Lone Pine
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains on Wednesday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.
Calif. sports betting amendment doesn’t cover, gets pulled by author
A legislative push to legalize sports betting in California hit the end of the road on Monday.
S.F. legislator’s affair raises question of influence over legislation
An extramarital affair by San Francisco Asm. Phil Ting led to claims that he may have leveraged the relationship to influence bills – including AB 5.
Newsom issues statewide face mask order to combat coronavirus relapse
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an order that all Californians wear face coverings in public settings.