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For LA fire survivors awaiting federal disaster aid, the midterms could be key
Long-term disaster recovery for the Los Angeles fires depends on federal funding. FEMA has indicated less support for states, but California lawmakers think Democratic wins in November could change things.
By LEVI SUMAGAYSAY, CalMatters ·
Californians revolt against police drones after rapid adoption across state
Across California, police departments are rapidly expanding “Drone as First Responder” programs, triggering intense public backlash over warrantless surveillance and corporate overreach.
By KATHERINE ORTIZ, CalMatters ·California cities pull the plug on data centers after state regulations don’t scale up fast enough
Despite seven new statewide laws regulating data centers, at least 26 resolutions, moratoriums, or bans on data centers have been passed or proposed in California since June.
By KATHERINE ORTIZ, CalMatters ·
Thousands of California state workers walk off the job in contract dispute with Newsom
The largest union in California state government held a one-day strike, drawing thousands of workers off the job. It’s pressing Gov. Gavin Newsom for raises and more flexibility to work from home.
By LYNN LA and KATE WOLFFE, CalMatters ·
Why are California state workers so mad at Gavin Newsom? Spoiler alert: Pay cuts
California state workers say they’re tired of governors balancing the budget “on their backs” and are beginning a statewide state strike today.
By ADAM ASHTON, CalMatters ·
California state workers are about to strike. What that means for the DMV, EDD, parks and more
California state government’s largest union is scheduled to strike this week. It could affect services at a number of offices that people visit every day, including the DMV.
By LYNN LA, CalMatters ·
This landmark California brewery was slated for closure: Instead it’s returning to its roots
Stone Brewing’s Escondido site was one of many California breweries scheduled to close. Now, its original owners will revive it under a new name.
By DEBORAH BRENNAN, CalMatters ·
MyChart and a major hospital said I could opt out of sharing my health data. But they didn’t make it easy
By ALEX ROSENBLAT, CalMatters ·
Patients: All my best tips on how to opt out of data sharing
Even when patients are told they can opt out, medical providers often don’t give patients instructions on how. For patients who are interested in opting out, here are my best tips on how to start.
By ALEX ROSENBLAT, CalMatters ·
As beloved craft breweries close around the state, beer lovers wonder what’s next
Changing consumer tastes, market saturation and rising costs from tariffs has forced the closure of some of the most beloved craft breweries in California.
By DEBORAH BRENNAN, CalMatters ·
