Facing tough financial choices to close a budget shortfall, Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing cuts to programs that benefit foster kids, public defenders and more| Los Angeles Times
With a massive budget deficit in California, Gov. Gavin Newsom is adopting a 'gimmick' he previously reversed in an effort to push the problem forward into future years.| Los Angeles Times
Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom are scrambling to lessen California's budget deficit, which Newsom estimated at $37.9 billion in January.| Los Angeles Times
Gov. Gavin Newsom said his staff has been working with Democrats in the Legislature on the state's healthcare minimum wage law in light of budget concerns.| Los Angeles Times
California healthcare workers will see at least $25 an hour starting in 2026 after Gov. Newsom signed a bill mandating an industry minimum wage.| Los Angeles Times
Health advocates and some lawmakers say the plan leaves a gap in funding that jeopardizes the work of public health agencies in communities across the state.| Los Angeles Times
In his revised budget proposal, Gov. Gavin Newsom lays out his plan to shrink California’s yawning deficit. Here's what's in it.| Los Angeles Times
Gov. Gavin Newsom's budget plan walks back his promise to provide free healthcare to undocumented immigrants, caps overtime for in-home support service workers and reduces Medi-Cal benefits for Californians.| Los Angeles Times