Two Bay Area filmmakers shine spotlight on California farmworker contributions
File SAN JOSE, Calif. – Two Bay Area filmmakers set out to change perceptions and shed light on the contributions of California farm…
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Appeals court says California’s higher-capacity magazine ban can remain in effect amid legal fight
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California’s ban on higher-capacity magazines can remain in effect while the state fights a lower court’s…
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A winning ticket sold in California nabs a Powerball jackpot of more than $1.7 billion
Originally Published: 11 OCT 23 01:42 ET Updated: 12 OCT 23 11:43 ET By Aya Elamroussi and Nouran Salahieh, CNN (CNN) — A single ticket sold in…
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Thieves run off with $50K in Gucci merchandise from San Jose store
Courtesy: San Jose Police Dept. SAN JOSE, Calif. – Five masked men entered a Gucci store in San Jose and stole $50,000 worth of merchandise,…
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Family of literary legend John Steinbeck auctioning off personal items
Courtesy: Octubre CCC OAKLAND, Calif. – The family of literary legend John Steinbeck is auctioning off a personal treasure trove of items…
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California governor signs laws compelling universities to report return of Native American remains
By SOPHIE AUSTIN Associated Press/Report for America SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two laws Tuesday intended to compel…
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New California law aims to force people with mental illness or addiction to get help
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — More Californians with untreated mental illness and addiction issues could be detained against their will and forced into…
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California creates new alert system for missing African American kids and young adults
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. (KION-TV)- A bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom will help create a tool to find missing African American children. Senate Bill…
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Early morning pursuit in stolen vehicle leads to arrest
File MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Monterey County deputies arrested a man they said stole a Gray 1999 Honda Civic in the area of Hatton Avenue…
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Governor Newsom signs in and vetoes a number of bills over the weekend
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. (KION-TV)- A busy weekend for Governor Gavin Newsom. The governor vetoed a number of bills that were heavily discussed. One of the…
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California governor signs several laws, including a ban on certain chemicals in food and drinks
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has taken action on a slew of bills. He has until Oct. 14 to act on legislation that…
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Governor Newsom signs bill banning hidden fees on purchases like concert tickets, hotel reservations, etc.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KION-TV)- Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill 478 Saturday that bans hidden charges on purchases, also known as junk fees. The…
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Governor Newsom vetoes proposed cap price on insulin due to state’s plan to make its own supply
UPDATE Oct. 10, 2023, at 2:35 p.m.- Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a proposal by a Bay Area lawmaker that would cap the cost of insulin to $35 for a…
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill that would have decriminalized psychedelic mushrooms
By TRÂN NGUYỄN Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill aimed at decriminalizing the possession…
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49ers’ Brock Purdy says he still splits rent with a roommate in San Francisco
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KION-TV)- Even being Mr. Irrelevant you’d think a $870,000 salary would be enough to avoid paying rent in the third most…
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Dianne Feinstein, longtime California senator, remembered at funeral service
Originally Published: 05 OCT 23 08:09 ET Updated: 05 OCT 23 16:39 ET By Shania Shelton, CNN (CNN) — Mourners gathered on the front steps of San…
Continue Reading California workers will get five sick days instead of three under law signed by Gov. Newsom
By SOPHIE AUSTIN AND TRÂN NGUYỄN Associated Press/Report for America SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Workers in California will soon receive a minimum…
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Kaiser Permanente workers officially go on strike
CALIFORNIA, U.S.A (KION-TV)- Kaiser Permanente workers are now officially on the picket lines after both sides couldn’t come to an agreement. The…
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‘Miracle’ water year in California: Rain, snow put state’s reservoirs at 128% of historical average
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California ended its “miracle” water year on Saturday with enough rain and snow to fill…
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Butler sworn in to replace late California Sen. Feinstein, third Black female senator in US history
By MARY CLARE JALONICK and MICHAEL R. BLOOD Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Former union leader and Democratic insider Laphonza Butler was sworn…
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Late Sen. Feinstein’s funeral moved to steps of San Francisco City Hall, will be open to public
File SAN FRANCISCO – Plans for late Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s funeral service have been moved to San Francisco City Hall on…
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New report says Levi’s Stadium brings in billions but city council member calls out management
Courtesy: Levi Stadium SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The 49ers are heading into their 10th season at Levi’s Stadium. A new report…
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Former 49er tight end dies in upstate NY plane crash
SAN FRANCISCO – NOVEMBER 15: Tight end Russ Francis #89 of the San Francisco 49ers warms-up on the sideline during a game against the New Orleans…
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Health care is in crisis. The looming strike by 75,000 health workers is just another sign of that
Frontline healthcare workers hold a demonstration on Labor Day outside Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center in Hollywood in Los Angeles,…
Continue Reading Late Sen. Dianne Feinstein to lie in state at San Francisco City Hall
File SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The body of late Sen. Dianne Feinstein will lie in state at San Francisco City Hall Wednesday, October 4 from…
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Gas prices in California are the highest in the nation at $6
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) — The average price in California is now over 6 dollars a gallon!As of Thursday, the average price for a gallon of gas in…
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Florida Gov. and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis near Salinas to fundraise, some community members protesting visit
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is in Salinas to fundraise for his campaign. Governor…
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Gas hits $6 a gallon in California, Central Coast nears that mark
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV)- People are really feeling the pain at the pump today as gas has hit over $6 per gallon for the first time this year.…
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law to raise minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour
BY ADAM BEAM SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California fast food workers will be paid at least $20 per hour next year under a new law signed Thursday…
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2nd Boogaloo member convicted of murdering Oakland security guard in 2020
OAKLAND, Calif. (KTVU) – A member of the right-wing extremist group Boogaloo Boys has been convicted of murder and attempted murder…
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California city becomes first in nation to recognize elephant rights
OJAI, Calif. (KION-TV)-The Southern California City of Ojai became the first city in America to recognize the legal rights of a nonhuman animal. …
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law to protect doctors who mail abortion pills to other states
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law on Wednesday that aims to stop other states…
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Salinas Fire Department receives $4.7 million from FEMA to help boost staffing
City of Salinas SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- FEMA awarded $4.7 million to The Salinas Department to help boost their staffing as call volumes increase.…
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California signs 23 new bills to strengthen gun laws
CALIFORNIA, U.S.A (KION-TV)- California is strengthening its gun laws. Governor Gavin Newsom signed nearly two dozen new gun laws into effect. With…
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Governors Ron DeSantis, Gavin Newsom to debate each other on FOX News’ ‘Hannity’
FOX News Channel’s Sean Hannity will moderate a red vs. blue state debate between Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron…
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California, a liberal bastion, may give Donald Trump an unlikely boost in 2024
BY MICHAEL R. BLOOD LOS ANGELES (AP) — Few corners of the U.S. may be less hospitable to Donald Trump than California, where he lost by…
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California governor signs law raising taxes on guns and ammunition to pay for school safety
BY ADAM BEAM SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will double the taxes on guns and ammunition and use the money to pay for more security at…
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Governor Newsom signs bill to ban textbook censorship and book bans in school
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KION-TV)- Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1078 which bans textbook censorship and book bans in California’s 10,000+ schools.…
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California signs bill to protect retired teachers benefits
CALIFORNIA, U.S.A (KION-TV)- Retired teachers’ benefits are now being protected thanks to a new bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. Retired…
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New California bill will put harsher penalties on convicted minor sex traffickers
CALIFORNIA, U.S.A (KION-TV)- Child sex traffickers could face harsher consequences thanks to a new bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. If a…
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Dialysis caregivers in San Jose, Brentwood and Gilroy to strike
Dialysis workers, patients and supports gathered at Satellite Healthcare’s Blossom Valley branch to protest staffing shortages and working…
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Governor Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to have human drivers in autonomous trucks
CALIFORNIA, U.S.A (KION-TV)- Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would require human drivers inside self-driving trucks. Governor Newsom says…
Continue Reading California governor vetoes bill requiring custody courts to weigh affirmation of gender identity
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their…
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How California is using AI to snuff out wildfires before they explode
By Stephanie Elam, CNN (CNN) — Firefighters want every leg up they can get to knock out a blaze before it becomes an inferno. The California…
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California bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks is vetoed by governor
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill to require human drivers on board self-driving trucks, a measure that…
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Federal judge again strikes down California law banning gun magazines of more than 10 rounds
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California cannot ban gun owners from having detachable magazines that hold more than 10…
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Wildfire-prone California to consider new rules for property insurance pricing
BY ADAM BEAM SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will let insurance companies consider climate change when setting their prices, the…
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Recent wildfire smoke has reversed decades of climate progress, Stanford study finds
BY HUNTER SOWARDS A new Stanford study reveals just how detrimental toxic wildfire smoke has been on air quality after years of progress to fight…
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California attorney general sues groups over abortion reversal claims
Originally Published: 22 SEP 23 09:16 ET By Jeremy Harlan, CNN (CNN) — California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Thursday that his office has…
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Cesar Chavez: Non-profit raising funds to transform his landmark home into San Jose community center
Courtesy: Marion S. Trikosko / Library of Congress SAN JOSE, Calif. – Human rights activist Cesar Chavez dedicated his life to…
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