
California Clamps Down: Governor Announces New Restrictions to Curb Surging Coronavirus
In throwing an “emergency brake,” Gov. Gavin Newsom orders an even broader mask mandate and further restricts access to businesses, restaurants and other operations for the vast majority of Californians.

After Gig Companies’ Prop. 22 Win, Labor Groups Vow Challenges
A lopsided victory for the measure to keep Uber, Lyft, DoorDash and Instacart drivers classified as contractors with limited job benefits puts labor groups on defense.

California Protects Homeowners From Having Fire Insurance Dropped — Again
The state extends temporary protection from insurance cancellations to 2.1 million Californians living in wildfire-prone regions, but long-term solutions to stabilize the market remain elusive.

Affirmative Action Has Tons of Endorsements — So Why Is Prop. 16 Trailing?
Endorsements from the Democratic party, high-ranking state officials, and several media outlets hasn’t translated to a commanding lead for the Yes side in the polls. How voters feel about affirmative action in a vacuum versus in practice is part of the reason why.

Privacy Puzzle
Consumer advocates divided over California’s Prop. 24
Privacy champions have lined up on both sides of the measure, arguing over which strategies can best protect consumers and their digital data.

If Voters Raise Taxes on Corporate Landlords, Will Small Biz Foot the Bill?
If Prop. 15 passes, any commercial or industrial property owner with more than $3 million of California real estate would have to pay taxes based on the current market value of the property, rather than the original purchase price.

How to Cast Your Ballot
California offers options to vote early, either by mail or in person
The COVID-19 pandemic will change the way some Californians vote in the Nov. 3 presidential election.

The Herb Column: Keeping on Track
A conversation with Davina Smith, manager of the City of Sacramento Office of Cannabis Management
Davina Smith hopes to help set the course for the department’s future.

Nail-Biter for Family Leave Bill Reveals Tough Realities for Working Moms
Why did a lawmaker need to bring her newborn to the COVID-exposed state Capitol to do her job? To help pass a new family leave law.

What California Knows About Kamala Harris
More than any other vice presidential contender in a generation, Kamala Harris’ biography is singularly Californian. Here are eight ways that California shaped Kamala Harris and that Harris has shaped California.