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The law creates an array of measures to educate school staff, beef up reporting requirements and stop teachers credibly accused of abuse from getting jobs at other districts. -
California’s minimum wage is adjusted every year for inflation. Some cities have a higher wage floor and unions are advocating increases for specific industries. -
A California audit flagged spending mistakes and misuse across multiple agencies, including millions in service fees for unused cell phones. Critics blame weak oversight as the state braces for a potential $18B budget shortfall. -
The Trump administration is suing to block a new California law that would ban federal law enforcement officers from wearings masks on duty. It was shaped by concerns over masked immigration agents in Los Angeles. -
Utilities will suffer small reductions to profits as state regulators ease up on recommended cuts and electric bills remain high. -
For generations it’s been a near article of faith that homeownership beats out being a renter. In California in 2025, having a landlord has its perks. -
Driverless taxi company Waymo has said it plans to start operating in downtown San Diego in 2026, but the city's taxi advisory committee is pushing back. -
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s CARE Court changed the way California treats people with severe mental illness. We spoke with dozens of participants to learn how it’s working. -
San Diego has been on national 'most expensive places to live' lists for many years, leading locals to cut spending and start DIY-ing.
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