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Calif. Senators OK legalizing psychedelic drugs
California lawmakers have largely hesitated about extending legalization to psychedelic mushrooms and other drugs.
Calif. Assembly approves ban on Skittles, other foods
A bill that would require sweeping changes to recipes for various foods and candies is one step closer to becoming law.
Western states propose plan to reduce Colorado River use
While the three states, California, Nevada, and Arizona, have not yet reached a final deal, the proposal is a major breakthrough for logjam on the Colorado.
Bill making oil firms liable for wells near homes blocked by lawmakers
California lawmakers have targeted the proximity of oil wells near homes. A new measure, however, went too far in the eyes of ruling Democrats.
Enviros fume as Newsom looks to sidestep regulations for water projects
Environmentalists suing to block major infrastructure projects have managed to stall considerable progress in the Golden State.
Newsom rejects call for $1.2mil slavery reparation checks
California's reparations task force took three years to turn in a report calling for cash payments. It took Newsom three days to knock it down.
Calif. Dems M.I.A. amid vote to fast-track anti-fentanyl bills
Democratic lawmakers roundly shut down expedited consideration on bills that would stiffen penalties for dealing deadly fentanyl.
Calif. reparations panel advances $1.2mil payment recommendation to Legislature
California lawmakers will ultimately decide if taxpayer funds will be used to pay reparations.
Calif. boasts largest annual housing growth since Recession. Here’s how the Valley fared.
The San Joaquin Valley may be home to California's population growth, but housing growth isn't even close to cracking the highest rankings.
Calif.’s population continues shrinking, with one exception: the Valley.
While the Golden State continues to weather an exodus of its people, the Central Valley is the lone refuge of population growth, new data shows.
