Gavin Newsom

A bill passed by the Legislature on its last day is a top priority for California labor unions, who say “captive audience” sessions intimidate workers. Business groups say the bill violates employers’ free speech rights.

City staff and council members decided to form a committee to further address homelessness in Oroville.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed retail theft laws to address concerns about California property crime. Prop. 36 on the November ballot imposes tougher penalties.

The governor’s executive order encourages local governments to also adopt plans for removing encampments. It comes aftergg the U.S. Supreme Court ruled cities and counties can enforce bans on sleeping outside in public places.

California Governor Gavin Newsom was among those considered as a potential Democratic candidate for president, should Biden drop out. But speculation about a Newsom run halted when he endorsed Kamala Harris on Sunday.

Officials announced full containment of the Thompson Fire yesterday and said residents should stay ready to evacuate possible future fires. Also, Butte County fire survivors now have a hotline they can call to get information about resources, and California voters will face 10 state-wide propositions in this fall’s general election.

Gov. Gavin Newsom gave his annual State of the State Address yesterday. He mainly focused on policy accomplishments over the last year. He did mention some challenges, but wildfire wasn't one of them. Also, the Chico Police Department is working on encrypting its radio communications, and the town of Paradise’s water supply meets or exceeds state and federal public health standards.

The governor posts a pre-recorded State of the State speech online and fulfills his duty by sending a text of his remarks to the Legislature.

With Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Democratic-led Legislature coming to a budget agreement on Saturday, some winners and losers of the spending plan have become clear.

Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders announce an agreement to bridge the state budget deficit by dipping into reserves and reducing some spending.