California governor’s race: See the candidates’ incomes and tax payments
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. We already knew that Democrat Tom Steyer, a billionaire running for California governor, is rich. But how rich? In 2024, Steyer and his wife, Kat Taylor, reported a total income of $39 million, thanks to the duo’s massive investments in the global stock […]
Find a senior center near you in California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California has hundreds of public senior centers and community spaces serving older adults across the state — but there isn’t an easy way to find one near you. We put together this map to help fill that gap. Senior centers are different from assisted…
Getting into a UC or Cal State requires these classes. Almost half of students don’t take them
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. High school seniors across California are anxiously awaiting word on their public university acceptances. But thousands of other soon-to-be graduates are virtually locked out. A key reason? Nearly half haven’t taken the required classes. Statewide, 54% of high school students pass the classes…
¿Por qué una empresa privada y no el sheriff está investigando violaciones en un centro de detención de ICE?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Los funcionarios del sheriff del condado de San Diego no investigaron al menos siete denuncias de agresión sexual en el centro de detención de inmigrantes de Otay Mesa, gestionado por una empresa privada,…
Cómo la contaminación por aguas negras en una ciudad costera de California está afectando la salud de los niños
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is…
Tech giants are spending more than ever to shape California politics. See how much
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As California gears up for high-stakes elections this year, including an open governor’s…
Want government records? This California lawmaker wants you to pay more for them
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Want to know what your government is up to? Be prepared to pay…
