California workers didn’t recognize state agencies tasked with protecting them, report finds
A state project to educate vulnerable workers about their rights during the COVID-19 pandemic found success partnering with community-based organizations.
‘Look, there’s nowhere else to go:’ Inside California’s crackdown on homeless camps
California cities gained more power to ban homeless encampments. CalMatters dug into what that looks like in three cities.
Lowell wrestling wins 12th straight team title
Actor Mel Gibson, recently named one of President Donald Trump's special ambassadors to Hollywood, joined an effort to recall ...
California sheriff vows to work with ICE in certain cases ‘even if I’m not supposed to’
Redman is one of several law enforcement officials across the state who are frustrated by a rule, known as Senate Bill 54 or the California Values Act, which limits their ability to work with U.S.
An in-depth look at CA’s encampment sweeps
CalMatters and KPBS spent months looking at homeless encampment sweeps in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision last summer.
How is Prop. 36 implemented in Sacramento? Officials share early results of new crime law
Sacramento County law enforcement officials are touting the early success of California’s new crime law, while advocates for ...
Police investigating suspicious death of woman in Fresno home. She had injuries
Officers with the Fresno Police Department responded around 3:12 p.m. to 4000 block of E. Olive Avenue for a deceased 40-year ...
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Trio busted in theft ring targeting Palm Beach T-Mobile stores, deputies say
Detectives have dismantled an organized theft ring that targeted multiple T-Mobile retail stores in Palm Beach County, ...
Car insurance requirements in California — and ways to save money
There are several things that make car insurance in California unique to the Golden State, including how premiums are ...
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California’s Prop 36 came without funding. Now lawmakers have to find money for it
The ballot measure to increase penalties for drug and theft-related crimes and to encourage drug diversion programs passed ...
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2 accused of panhandling in Hemet for a boy’s ‘funeral’
Police say donation solicitations, carried out on street corners, are often scams carried out by traveling thieves.
CA governor, legislature tussle over anti-theft measure passed by 68% of voters
After more than two-thirds of voters passed Proposition 36 last year, cracking down on drug and theft crimes, California Gov.