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Santa Maria courthouse bomber charged with arson for three fires
The bomber allegedly set off three fires around Santa Maria while preparing to bomb the courthouse.
Bonta files lawsuit against Eureka hospital over emergency abortions
The Roman Catholic hospital refused to provide an emergency abortion and directed a patient to another hospital 12 miles away.
Newsom signs bill to legalize Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes
People will be able to purchase food and drinks at cannabis dispensaries starting next year.
California bans food dyes from being used in public schools
The bill received bipartisan support and will take effect in a few years.
California DMV removes written test for drivers 70 and older
The DMV said the move will clear out thousands of people who need to visit the DMV, making the process faster for those who need the DMV’s services.
California bans legacy admissions at private universities
Gavin Newsom supported a bill to force private universities to not look at alumni or donor connections on an application.
Bill that requires speeding alerts in cars struck down by Newsom
Gavin Newsom wrote in his veto that the speed alerts would have disrupted the current framework being evaluated by the federal government.
AI regulatory bill vetoed by Newsom
The bill would have created a number of restrictions on AI, but Newsom said it could have created a false sense of security while curtailing innovation.
Newsom signs bills to protect children from AI-generated sex abuse
People who possess or distribute AI-generated sexual abuse images will face a felony charge.
Newsom signs bill that restricts new warehouses
Assembly Bill 98 faced significant opposition from both business and environmental groups, but the proposal made it through the weekend with Newsom’s signature.
