A year since a CalMatters investigation, California EDD has a mixed record in stopping fraud while getting benefits to the jobless.

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A new California law creates a Black-Serving Institution designation for colleges and universities that excel in supporting student success.

California prisons are supposed to give $200 in gate money to people leaving incarceration. Many did not receive the full amount because of deductions.

Berkeley’s example offers a roadmap for other cities in California. Every neighborhood can do its part to tackle the housing crisis, from high-rises in the urban core to new multi-family housing in ...

Democratic legislators this week acknowledge the need to bring down living costs after Donald Trump's victory hinges on economic issues.

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California's legislative leaders lowered the limit on how many bills can be introduced in the Assembly and state senate.

High school career pathways have strong bipartisan support. But political rifts may shape how, or if, they align with college ...

PG&E, SCE y SDG&E recibieron la aprobación para cobrar $27 mil millones a los contribuyentes para iniciativas de prevención ...

The new California Legislature is sworn in as advocates rally against mass deportation under Trump and for reproductive ...