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One of the most powerful political blocs, the Latino Caucus had to balance reining in Medi-Cal's rising costs with helping undocumented immigrants. All but four overcame their misgivings and cut their health insurance. -
Immigration arrests near two Inland Empire Catholic churches have sparked backlash and raised questions about ICE operations on religious grounds. -
California deployed incarcerated firefighters to combat wildfires in Los Angeles earlier this year. Now, a new state budget aims to ensure they receive minimum wage for their emergency response work. -
Congress already approved the education funding, which pays for migrant education, after school programs and other services. -
Three former college football players in the California Legislature think youth leagues should allow padded helmet add-ons like NFL players wear. -
In a legislative battle a decade in the making, lawmakers just exempted infill urban development from the California Environmental Quality Act. That’s a big deal. -
No immediate hike in gas prices will occur. But Democrats and Republicans in the Legislature fear the effects of the clean-fuel program. -
Stricter immigration policies under President Trump could reduce migration to California, leading to economic losses and fewer electoral college votes. -
Shared stories of LA ICE raids spark legal concern over poor facility conditions. -
In Los Angeles, Sacramento and San Diego, homeless Californians describe their experiences as camping ban enforcement has increased.
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