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CA budgets up to $12 million for reparations bills, a milestone in atoning for racist legacy
California plans to spend up to $12 million on reparations legislation under a budget signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, marking a milestone in the state's efforts to atone for a legacy of racism and discrimination against Black Californians.The reparations funding in the $297.9 billion budget Newsom signed over the weekend does not specify what programs the money would go toward. Lawmakers are not considering widespread direct payments to Black Californians this year.The state Legislature is weighing proposals to issue a formal apology for California's role in perpetuating discrimination against Black residents, to create an agency to administer reparations programs,...
California homeowners frustrated as insurance market remains in crisis
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Department of Insurance took questions this week from frustrated homeowners, as hundreds of thousands of people throughout the state face increasingly unaffordable and unavailable insurance. In a Virtual Insurance Town Hall Tuesday, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara answered pre-submitted questions. “One of the main...
Pumping gas in California is getting pricier
California drivers are feeling the pain at the pump even more than usual this summer – and holiday travel could make gas even more expensive. Why it matters: California has the highest state excise tax on gasoline in the country, and the highest price of gas. Zoom in: The...
California Mayors, Cardroom Employees Protest Bill That Would Let Tribes Bring Lawsuits Over Exclusivity
More than 100 protestors, including local mayors and cardroom employees, gathered in Sacramento on Tuesday to protest Senate Bill SB 549, known as the Tribal Nations Access to Justice Act. The bill, which California lawmakers are considering in the Assembly, would allow California Native American tribes to sue cardrooms over the claim that the privately owned cardrooms are violating the tribes’ rights to exclusively offer Las Vegas-style casino gambling in California.
These are some of the deadliest highways in California
LOS ANGELES - A recent report shows that California's deadliest roads continue to get even more deadly. According to Consumer Affairs, deaths from car crashes increased by 17% in 2022 from pre-pandemic levels in 2018. Consumer Affairs said the danger zones are based on information from the National Highway Traffic...
Navigating Consumer Rights In California: What You Need To Know
In California, staying informed about consumer rights is more than just a good practice—it’s essential for safeguarding personal interests and ensuring fair treatment. From warranty enforcement to privacy laws, the state offers robust protections that shield consumers from fraudulent activities and substandard products. This article delves into some key regulations to equip you with actionable ...
California now has mandatory water conservation in urban areas: How will the new rules affect your supplier?
The measures are substantially weaker than a previous proposal after an onslaught of criticism. But they will still save enough water through 2050 to supply the state’s entire population for a year, at a cost of $4.7 billion.
Newsom withdraws ballot challenge to Prop. 47 reform effort in dramatic about-face
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has abandoned his anti-crime ballot measure meant to compete with Republicans’ own crime-fighting initiative – a stunning reversal after weeks of intense negotiations and previously failed attempts to undercut the rival Proposition 47 reform measure. Democrats’ retreat comes just a day after Newsom and leading Democratic lawmakers publicly announced...
California to add fentanyl education to high school health classes
California high school students will soon be receiving instruction on the dangers of fentanyl after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new bill into law on Tuesday that would require districts or charter schools who offer health classes to include it in the course.
Black Voice News Prepares to Welcome California Local News Fellow, Alyssah Hall
Black Voice News is thrilled to announce it was recently selected as a host newsroom for the 2024 California Local News Fellowship program and is preparing to welcome a new reporter to our newsroom team. The Local News Fellowship is a multi-year, state-funded initiative facilitated by the UC Berkeley Graduate...
Meet six of this year’s Miss California Mid-State Fair contestants
NORTH COUNTY — The Miss California Mid-State Fair Pageant will return for its 54th year on Wednesday, July 17, which also happens to be opening day for the California Mid-State Fair. The pageant, always a crowd-pleaser, will unfold on the Frontier Stage at 6 p.m. All 11 contestants will...
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