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California voters to weigh constitutional right to abortion

California voters will decide in November whether to guarantee the right to an abortion in their state constitution

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022

Editorial: Gov. Newsom’s plan to prevent power outages has a big downside: fossil fuels

Gov. Gavin Newsom, worried about the threat of power shortages from climate-fueled heat waves, wildfires and drought as the state transitions to renewable energy, has crafted something of a devil’s bargain. To ensure California can keep the lights on during hot summer evenings when the power grid is at highest…

Los Angeles Times · Jun 27, 2022

California enacts bill to shield abortion providers and patients from red state bans

Democratic governor Gavin Newsom says his state would not aid or abet Republicans’ efforts to ‘create fear’ for those who travel to seek abortions

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022

Will Biden, Harris or Obama endorse Karen Bass for mayor? Time will tell as November looms

WASHINGTON — Just five days before the mayoral primary this month, the nation’s top housing official made an unusual appearance with Rep. Karen Bass in Los Angeles, helping the mayoral candidate make a show that she would tackle the city’s homeless crisis by summoning friends in the federal government.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 25, 2022

Early signs that SoCal is using less water, but big tests are still ahead

LOS ANGELES — Less than a month after sweeping water restrictions took effect across Southern California, early indications suggest residents are finally heeding calls to conserve as officials report a noticeable drop in demand throughout the region.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 25, 2022

‘We will fight like hell’: US western states band together to protect abortion rights

California, Oregon and Washington pledged to defend access and protect those seeking care as the US came to grips with losing Roe v Wade

The Guardian - US · Jun 25, 2022

Newsom, lawmakers plan to provide more than $9 billion in gas refunds to Californians

Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers have reached a tentative deal to return $9.5 billion in tax refunds to Californians, sending as much as $1,050 to families this fall in long-awaited financial relief from record-high gasoline prices and inflation.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 25, 2022

Newsom signs bill protecting California abortion providers from civil liability

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Friday that immediately protects abortion providers in California from liability when caring for patients traveling from areas where the procedure is now banned or access is narrowed.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 24, 2022

Roe v. Wade is dead. Can you still get an abortion in California after the Supreme Court decision?

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark abortion rights case Roe v. Wade on Friday, sparking outrage throughout the vastly pro-choice Bay Area and the state. So what does this move mean for Californians?

Tribune News Service · Jun 24, 2022

How U.S. states have banned, limited or protected abortion

The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision that had provided a constitutional right to abortion

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2022