California passes law preventing schools from forcing teachers to out LGBTQ+ kids
California passed a law preventing schools from forcing teachers to out queer students, enhancing LGBTQ+ equality.
Can California Keep ICE Away From Schools? Lawmakers Want to Try as Crackdowns Loom | KQED
California lawmakers are proposing protections for K-12 students against deportations, stressing that schools should remain safe spaces amidst ongoing immigration challenges.
California passes law preventing schools from forcing teachers to out LGBTQ+ kids
California passed a law preventing schools from forcing teachers to out queer students, enhancing LGBTQ+ equality.
Can California Keep ICE Away From Schools? Lawmakers Want to Try as Crackdowns Loom | KQED
California lawmakers are proposing protections for K-12 students against deportations, stressing that schools should remain safe spaces amidst ongoing immigration challenges.
Notorious California rapist loses bid for early parole. He has not changed.'
Kenneth Bogard, known as the Pacific Beach Rapist, remains in prison after parole hearing denied due to public safety concerns. He has served less than a third of his sentence.
Gov. Newsom extends 'last call' until 4 a.m., but only for private club at one sports arena
The Intuit Dome will serve alcohol until 4 a.m., with monitoring to assess potential impacts on public safety.
Her mother's killer was freed because of cancer. She wants to change California's laws
The case of Paul Carl Tomasini raises complex issues around compassionate release laws for seriously ill prisoners, especially those with violent convictions.
Notorious California rapist loses bid for early parole. He has not changed.'
Kenneth Bogard, known as the Pacific Beach Rapist, remains in prison after parole hearing denied due to public safety concerns. He has served less than a third of his sentence.
Gov. Newsom extends 'last call' until 4 a.m., but only for private club at one sports arena
The Intuit Dome will serve alcohol until 4 a.m., with monitoring to assess potential impacts on public safety.
Her mother's killer was freed because of cancer. She wants to change California's laws
The case of Paul Carl Tomasini raises complex issues around compassionate release laws for seriously ill prisoners, especially those with violent convictions.
California increases paid family leave and disability benefits to historic levels
The new California law significantly increases paid family leave and disability benefits to support families during major life transitions and challenges.
Are California's card rooms legal? A court will decide after several tribes sue under a new law
California Native American tribes are suing card rooms for illegal gambling, claiming violation of their exclusive rights under state law.
Can I pull into an intersection while waiting to turn left in California? Follow these rules
California allows left turns from intersections if rules are followed.
Judge temporarily blocks new California election deepfake law, citing First Amendment
California's law against election-related deepfakes faces First Amendment challenges, highlighting tensions between free speech and electoral integrity.
California's new law against election deepfakes blocked by judge over free speech worries
A federal judge paused California's election deepfake law for violating the First Amendment, emphasizing the need for free expression in democratic debate.
X sues California over deceptive AI-made election content ban
Elon Musk's X is suing California over a law aimed at combating AI-generated election misinformation, citing concerns over free speech.
Judge blocks California's new AI law in case over Kamala Harris deepfake Musk reposted | TechCrunch
A federal judge blocked California's AI deepfake law, asserting it infringes on First Amendment rights related to satire and free expression.
Elon Musk claims victory after judge blocks Calif. deepfake law
A California judge blocked the state’s deepfakes law, ruling it unconstitutional for violating free speech rights under the First Amendment.
California's new AI deepfakes law gets blocked by a federal judge. Here's why
California's deepfake law is paused after a judge ruled it likely violates First Amendment rights, emphasizing free expression.
Judge temporarily blocks new California election deepfake law, citing First Amendment
California's law against election-related deepfakes faces First Amendment challenges, highlighting tensions between free speech and electoral integrity.
California's new law against election deepfakes blocked by judge over free speech worries
A federal judge paused California's election deepfake law for violating the First Amendment, emphasizing the need for free expression in democratic debate.
X sues California over deceptive AI-made election content ban
Elon Musk's X is suing California over a law aimed at combating AI-generated election misinformation, citing concerns over free speech.
Judge blocks California's new AI law in case over Kamala Harris deepfake Musk reposted | TechCrunch
A federal judge blocked California's AI deepfake law, asserting it infringes on First Amendment rights related to satire and free expression.
Elon Musk claims victory after judge blocks Calif. deepfake law
A California judge blocked the state’s deepfakes law, ruling it unconstitutional for violating free speech rights under the First Amendment.
California's new AI deepfakes law gets blocked by a federal judge. Here's why
California's deepfake law is paused after a judge ruled it likely violates First Amendment rights, emphasizing free expression.
Rent control battle in California heats up, opposing investors pump money
The Costa-Hawkins Act exacerbates housing instability by allowing significant rent increases after a tenant vacates, affecting many low-income renters.
Reyna Aguilar's experience illustrates the emotional and physical toll of navigating housing insecurity in a tightening market.
New Law Could Help CA Tenants Facing Eviction Stay in Their Homes
California's new law allows renters more time to respond to eviction notices, potentially increasing their chances of legal representation and successful defense.
Rent control battle in California heats up, opposing investors pump money
The Costa-Hawkins Act exacerbates housing instability by allowing significant rent increases after a tenant vacates, affecting many low-income renters.
Reyna Aguilar's experience illustrates the emotional and physical toll of navigating housing insecurity in a tightening market.
New Law Could Help CA Tenants Facing Eviction Stay in Their Homes
California's new law allows renters more time to respond to eviction notices, potentially increasing their chances of legal representation and successful defense.
Steam now tells gamers up front that they're buying a license, not a game
Steam is informing customers that digital purchases grant only a license, not ownership in response to new California legislation.
Steam adds the harsh truth that you're buying "a license," not the game itself
Purchasing games on Steam grants a license, not true ownership, per new California law.
Bay Area parent sues California company for selling illegal e-bikes
Super73's e-bikes may violate California law, leading to a lawsuit by a Fairfax resident seeking class action status.
New California Law Will Help Keep Most Medical Debt Off Credit Reports | KQED
California's new law protects patients from having medical debt reported to credit agencies, reducing long-term financial burdens and inaccuracies in billing.
Steam now tells gamers up front that they're buying a license, not a game
Steam is informing customers that digital purchases grant only a license, not ownership in response to new California legislation.
Steam adds the harsh truth that you're buying "a license," not the game itself
Purchasing games on Steam grants a license, not true ownership, per new California law.
Bay Area parent sues California company for selling illegal e-bikes
Super73's e-bikes may violate California law, leading to a lawsuit by a Fairfax resident seeking class action status.
New California Law Will Help Keep Most Medical Debt Off Credit Reports | KQED
California's new law protects patients from having medical debt reported to credit agencies, reducing long-term financial burdens and inaccuracies in billing.
Most medical debt can no longer hurt your credit score under new California law
Starting January 1, 2025, California law will stop reporting medical debt to credit agencies, helping those with unpaid medical bills maintain their credit scores.
California bans "Sell by" dates: What you need to know about food labels
California's new law improves food safety labels to reduce confusion and food waste, banning 'Sell by' labels and emphasizing clearer usage indicators.
Is the food in the fridge still good? California wants to end the guessing game
California aims to end food label confusion to reduce food waste with a new law banning misleading terms.
California becomes first state to ban 'sell by' and 'best before' labels to reduce food waste
California is pioneering legislation to clarify food labeling, aiming to reduce food waste and consumer confusion about food safety.
Steam now says the 'game' you're buying is really just a license
Valve clarifies that Steam purchases are licenses, not ownership, complying with upcoming California regulations.
New CA Law to Block Fines for Declined ATM Withdrawals
A new California law stops banks from charging fees for declined withdrawals, protecting consumers from additional financial burdens.
California bans "Sell by" dates: What you need to know about food labels
California's new law improves food safety labels to reduce confusion and food waste, banning 'Sell by' labels and emphasizing clearer usage indicators.
Is the food in the fridge still good? California wants to end the guessing game
California aims to end food label confusion to reduce food waste with a new law banning misleading terms.
California becomes first state to ban 'sell by' and 'best before' labels to reduce food waste
California is pioneering legislation to clarify food labeling, aiming to reduce food waste and consumer confusion about food safety.
Steam now says the 'game' you're buying is really just a license
Valve clarifies that Steam purchases are licenses, not ownership, complying with upcoming California regulations.
New CA Law to Block Fines for Declined ATM Withdrawals
A new California law stops banks from charging fees for declined withdrawals, protecting consumers from additional financial burdens.
Newsom touts new law protecting teachers from outing LGBTQ+ students
California's new law prohibits firing teachers for not disclosing trans students' identities, reinforcing support for students' safety and confidentiality.
California leaders propose another measure to keep immigration officers away from schools
California leaders are prioritizing immigrant family protection by limiting ICE enforcement near schools to uphold student attendance and school funding.
Newsom touts new law protecting teachers from outing LGBTQ+ students
California's new law prohibits firing teachers for not disclosing trans students' identities, reinforcing support for students' safety and confidentiality.
California leaders propose another measure to keep immigration officers away from schools
California leaders are prioritizing immigrant family protection by limiting ICE enforcement near schools to uphold student attendance and school funding.
Controversial Prop. 65 warning labels about toxic chemicals are effective, study says
Proposition 65 effectively reduces exposure to hazardous chemicals in California, as confirmed by recent studies.
California school district rescinds transgender notification policy
The Murrieta Valley school board rescinded its policy to notify parents about transgender students, reflecting ongoing debates around parental rights and student privacy.
In California, employers must give you time off to vote. Here's how that works
California law requires up to two hours of paid time off to vote, which may be impacted by the prevalence of mail-in voting.
After Times investigation, Newsom signs bill to crack down on parent requirements in child abuse cases
California implements a new law requiring accountability for parenting classes in child welfare cases, responding to concerns over their efficacy and oversight.
New and Improved California Leave Provisions for 2025
California's employment laws are expanding to include significant protections for employees regarding sick leave and protections for vulnerable individuals.
After Times investigation, Newsom signs bill to crack down on parent requirements in child abuse cases
California implements a new law requiring accountability for parenting classes in child welfare cases, responding to concerns over their efficacy and oversight.
New and Improved California Leave Provisions for 2025
California's employment laws are expanding to include significant protections for employees regarding sick leave and protections for vulnerable individuals.