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License to Kill
The California DMV routinely allows dangerous drivers with horrifying histories to continue to operate on our roadways. Too often they go on to kill. Many keep driving even after they kill. Some go on to kill again.
How Have President Trump's Executive Orders And Other Recent Actions Affected You? We Want To Know
So far in his second term, President Donald Trump has overseen major changes to the federal government through executive orders that have mandated, among other actions, mass layoffs and funding cuts. As we head toward the 100-day mark in his presidency, public radio stations in California and Texas want to hear from you about how these moves have reshaped your life and your community.
No need to apply: Cal State is automatically admitting high school students with good grades
Riverside County high school students who meet requirements are guaranteed admission to one of 10 Cal State campuses.
The US Education Department investigates Cal State San Bernardino as Trump dismantles the agency
Cal State San Bernardino is among several dozen universities under federal scrutiny for programs that have targeted disadvantaged groups of students.
Students call on California colleges to protect campuses from immigration enforcement
After the Trump administration threw out policies dating back to 2011 limiting immigration arrests at “sensitive locations,” California colleges and universities are providing resources to support students, but can’t stop immigration enforcement from entering public spaces. Some advocates say more must be done.
California wants more kids in bilingual classes — but won’t spend enough to expand them
Just one bill invests in bilingual education programs and its focus on instructional materials is a far cry from the systemic change advocates have called for.
California lawmakers scramble to fix ‘lemon’ vehicle law — again
California lawmakers are rushing to fix last year’s controversial changes to the state’s lemon law, which critics say weakened protections for car buyers.
California regulators allege this Silicon Valley ex-lawmaker violated campaign finance law dozens of
The report laid out dozens of potential violations by Evan Low involving a non-profit tech foundation for which he raised a half-million dollars. The regulators’ findings are the result of a five-year state probe — launched immediately after CalMatters published an investigation into the relationship between Low, the foundation and its donors.
Newsom OK’s a $25 million fund for California to sue the Trump administration
Gov. Gavin Newsom today approved $25 million for anticipated legal challenges against the Trump administration, positioning California to once again lead the resistance to the MAGA movement — just as the state is seeking federal assistance for the Los Angeles region’s recovery from devastating fires.
New report shows big racial gaps in use of Medi-Cal dental benefits
A new “Dental Divide” report from the California Pan-Ethnic Health Network finds very low utilization rates for Medi-Cal dental benefits, with especially low usage by Latino, Black and Native American recipients. Comments from two spokespersons for the California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN): Ruqayya Ahmad, policy manager; and Marlyn Pulido, senior research manager.
