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Trump wants to cut funding for California schools over one trans athlete. It’s not so easy
California law explicitly allows trans athletes to compete in girls’ sports, and those protections could stop Trump from blocking their participation.
Why the death of reporter Ruben Salazar 55 years ago resonates with journalists covering LA protests today
Ruben Salazar died 55 years ago while covering a protest in LA. His case illustrates the dangers journalists face today as police fire “less lethal munitions” into crowds.
California lawmakers going big on pro-development bills — not so much on renter protection
While bills aimed at boosting housing construction are having a banner year in California, those for renters rights face an “uphill battle.” ...
Could California really withhold tax money from the U.S. if Trump cuts federal funds?
As Trump administration weighs cutting federal funds to California, Newsom suggests withholding taxes from federal government.
Opinion
Why the legislature’s budget proposal would put California in an even deeper hole
The budget proposal that legislative leaders countered with would increase spending even more than the governor's revised plan.
CA Senate elects first woman of color as next leader
California State Sen. Monique Limón of Santa Barbara will replace Sen. Mike McGuire as President Pro Tem of the Senate.
72 hours in LA: Immigration sweeps, protests and a historic National Guard deployment
CalMatters photographers captured immigration protests leading to President Trump's deploying the National Guard to Los ...
Newsom-Trump truce explodes as president deploys troops against his wishes
Newsom’s anger is escalating after Trump called in the National Guard to Los Angeles without his consent. Newsom is ...
With troops and protests, Trump’s feud with California moves to the streets of LA
President Trump's deployment of California National Guard soldiers in spite of Gov. Gavin Newsom's objections escalated ...