The Latest Breaking News from Gavin Newsom

Weekly Poll Shows Close Race Between Biden And Trump For Potential Rematch

Biden gains edge over Trump in hypothetical 2024 election matchup.

Zenger · Oct 12, 2023

Newsom signs laws to fast-track housing on churches’ lands, streamline housing permitting process

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to fast-track low-income housing on surplus land owned by nonprofit colleges and religious institutions

The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2023

California creates nation's first 'Ebony Alert' to find missing Black children

The alert system will use electronic highway signs and encourage the use of TV, radio, social media and other platforms to spread information about the missing person.

WEKU · Oct 11, 2023

California law signals ongoing push for single-payer system - Roll Call

Despite stalling in Congress, the push toward single-payer health care continues to resonate as a campaign issue for Democrats.

Roll Call · Oct 11, 2023

California governor Gavin Newsom signs MMA fighter retirement benefit fund into law

California MMA fighters who qualify receive benefits from a retirement fund established by Gavin Newsom – without direct taxpayer contributions.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 10, 2023

California governor signs laws compelling universities to report return of Native American remains

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed two laws to require the California State University system and urge the University of California system to update the state on their progress to return Native American remains to tribes

The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2023

California becomes the first state to ban 4 food additives linked to disease

Brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben and red dye 3, which can be found in candy, cookies and more, will be banned starting in 2027 due to links to cancer other health effects.

WEKU · Oct 10, 2023

Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to make condoms free for high school students

The Governor insisted the bill was vetoed for financial reasons

The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2023

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill expanding conservatorship law

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that makes it easier for authorities to compel treatment for people with mental illness or addiction issues

The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2023

Laphonza Butler sidesteps question about entering 2024 California Senate race

If she runs, Butler would enter a contest that's already filled with big names and big bucks.

Fortune · Oct 10, 2023