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California scores a C- on infrastructure report card
California is succeeding with treating purified water and clean energy sources, among other facets, but the state is struggling in many areas, according to a new report.
CalPERS defends $144 million, taxpayer-backed Bitcoin bet as stock craters 44%
The state's public pension fund is sticking with its Bitcoin-related stock.
San Francisco sues food companies over health risks
The city’s lawsuit alleges major manufacturers are fueling a public health crisis by promoting ultraprocessed foods linked to serious diseases.
Calif. Unveils portal for public to report alleged ICE misconduct
The state’s new online tool allows people to submit evidence of potential wrongdoing by federal immigration agents.
California boats highest cannabis tax revenue in years due to temporary tax increase
A temporary increase in the state’s excise tax led to a major boost in revenue for the third quarter.
Calif. loses one taxpayer per minute, Florida gains
Florida welcomes a new taxpayer about every two minutes while California loses one about every minute, according to new data.
Study: K-12 public spending nears $1 trillion in U.S.
Despite a decline in enrollment, California is among eight states that spend the most per student.
UC Board approves 5% tuition hike for new undergraduates
New undergraduate students at the University of California will have to pay higher tuition starting next year.
DOJ sues Calif. Over in-state college tuition for illegal immigrants
Federal officials argue that California’s policy allowing undocumented students to pay in-state tuition discriminates against out-of-state U.S. citizens.
Texas DPS arrests 31 illegal CDL drivers in one day, majority from California
Texas authorities arrested 31 illegal foreign nationals with commercial driver’s licenses in a single day during a joint state and federal operation targeting highway safety and unlicensed drivers.
