Newsom wins California primary, is big favorite in November California Gov. Gavin Newsom faces a little-known Republican state senator in the November general election The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2022
Gov. Newsom likely to advance as California primary returns come in SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to romp over his scarcely known challengers in Tuesday’s primary election and emerge with a good chance at winning reelection in November, though the size of his first-round victory is unclear immediately following the closing of polls in California. Los Angeles Times · Jun 8, 2022
Gov. Newsom advances to November as California primary returns come in SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom took a large step toward reelection Tuesday after quickly besting a crowded field of scarcely known challengers in the primary, though the size of his first-round victory was unclear immediately following the closing of polls in California. Los Angeles Times · Jun 8, 2022
California primary sends Newsom, Republican Brian Dahle to November governor’s race SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom took a large step toward reelection Tuesday after crushing a crowded field of scarcely known challengers in California’s statewide primary, and will face off against a conservative Northern California Republican, state Sen. Brian Dahle. Los Angeles Times · Jun 8, 2022
Voting underway in California’s primary election with low turnout: ‘It’s been slow’ LOS ANGELES — Voters took to the polls throughout California on Tuesday in a primary election that will help determine Los Angeles’ next mayor and prove a test for San Francisco’s progressive prosecutor. Los Angeles Times · Jun 7, 2022
Polls open in California’s primary election amid poor early turnout: ‘It’s been slow’ LOS ANGELES — Polls opened Tuesday across California in a June primary election that will help determine Los Angeles’ next mayor, signaling a pivotal moment in the city’s history. It’s also a test for San Francisco’s progressive prosecutor. Los Angeles Times · Jun 7, 2022
California prison psychiatrists demand pay raise, rip state spending on contractors The union that represents California state psychiatrists called on Gov. Gavin Newsom to boost their pay Monday, saying a shortage of prison psychiatrists is harming inmates’ mental health care and endangering employees who work in the institutions. Tribune News Service · Jun 7, 2022
Democrat Gavin Newsom to face Republican Brian Dahle in California race for governor After swiftly grabbing the top spot in the "top two" primary on Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is favored to win reelection in November over Republican state Sen. Brian Dahle. WEKU · Jun 7, 2022
AP News Digest 3 a.m. Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan at https://newsroom.ap.org. The Independent UK · Jun 7, 2022
Newsom expected to cruise to victory in California primary California Gov. Gavin Newsom is back on the ballot after defeating a recall attempt last year The Independent UK · Jun 7, 2022
Is it ‘election fatigue’? Early voter turnout in California’s primary is dismal so far LOS ANGELES — Judy Nguyen is frustrated that anyone with enough money or the right connections can run as a candidate in an election. She’s disappointed she hasn’t seen immediate, tangible change under President Joe Biden. And she feels for Americans who are trying to survive in an era when… Los Angeles Times · Jun 6, 2022
Editorial: California needs to slash carbon pollution. Its pie-in-the-sky plan falls short California is increasingly suffering the effects of a spiraling climate crisis, from record-breaking and destructive wildfires and unhealthy, smoke-choked air to deadly heat waves and power outages. It is clearer than ever that to reduce our future suffering we must take bold and sweeping action soon to cut fossil fuel… Los Angeles Times · Jun 6, 2022
A sign of the times, and not a good one: $8.05 for a gallon of regular at an LA station LOS ANGELES — Marvis Joy thought it was bad enough that the gas he was pumping into his Jeep Wrangler cost $7.85 for a gallon of regular. But he was taken aback when he heard how much that same gallon cost at that same downtown Los Angeles Chevron station just… Los Angeles Times · Jun 3, 2022
Newsom, Bonta way ahead as California voters lean partisan, Times poll finds SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Voters will likely stick with their partisan preferences in two of California’s most consequential state primary races, giving Gov. Gavin Newsom and state Attorney General Rob Bonta an easy leg up in the June 7 election, according to a UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies poll co-sponsored… Los Angeles Times · Jun 3, 2022
McClatchy Washington Bureau · Jun 2, 2022 How does Paxlovid work? Here’s what to know about the COVID antiviral medication California Gov. Gavin Newsom was prescribed Paxlovid after he tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend, his office announced.
Ballotpedia · Jun 2, 2022 Previewing the first top-four congressional primary in U.S. history Welcome to the Thursday, June 2, Brew.
Los Angeles Times · Jun 2, 2022 What is the right length of time for the California drought shower? LOS ANGELES -- On mornings that are chilly by Los Angeles standards, Camilo Loza sometimes takes a hot shower before heading to the gym.
McClatchy Washington Bureau · Jun 2, 2022 This blue Central Valley Congressional seat could be GOP’s easiest pickup in California This newly drawn San Joaquin Valley district would have voted for President Joe Biden in 2020 by a margin of 11%.
Los Angeles Times · Jun 2, 2022 Their long-shot California dream: Beating Gov. Gavin Newsom With no widely known, well-funded challenger to Gov. Gavin Newsom's bid for reelection, a motley assortment of deep-thinkers, also-rans and fed-up political neophytes each holds a modicum of hope that, just maybe, they will shock California by winning enough votes in the June 7 primary to face off against the…
Los Angeles Times · Jun 2, 2022 California drought resurrects decades-old plan for controversial Sites Reservoir MAXWELL, Calif. — A long-dead proposal to flood a bucolic valley north of Sacramento and create a massive reservoir for thirsty Southern California is finding new life — and opposition — amid the effects of climate change and worsening drought.
The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2022 Justice delayed leads to California judge's retirement The presiding justice of the California appeals court in Sacramento has retired as part of a punishment for delays in deciding 200 cases over a decade
Al Jazeera · Jun 1, 2022 California unveils the US’s first slave reparations report The recommendations include prison reforms, facilitated access to mortgages and free tuition to state universities.
Tribune News Service · May 31, 2022 Politics and pandemic fatigue doom California’s COVID vaccine mandates SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In January, progressive California Democrats vowed to adopt the toughest COVID vaccine requirements in the country. Their proposals would have required most Californians to get the shots to go to school or work — without allowing exemptions to get out of them.
Benzinga · May 31, 2022 Cannabis Reg. Update: Virginia Lawmakers 'Come Up' With New Cannabis Crime, Detroit Awards First Rec Marijuana Licenses & More New Marijuana Crime To End Up In Virginia’s Spending Plan It seems that lawmakers in Virginia are seeking a way to criminalize cannabis consumers.
The Guardian - US · May 29, 2022 Democrats rush to push gun safety laws after mass shootings as Republicans stall New York governor will seek to ban people under 21 from buying assault rifles and California governor intends to sign restrictions, including the right to sue gun manufacturers