When Homelessness Becomes Big Business
California taxpayers have shown repeatedly that they are willing to [...]
Another California Grocery Tax — Now It’s Hidden in Your Cart
California lawmakers are quietly pushing a new “grocery cart tax” under SB 753, allowing uncapped fees on stolen carts that grocers must pay, only to pass the cost onto you. It's a hidden tax on working families disguised as theft prevention.
California’s Gas Price Crisis Is Self-Inflicted
California’s gas price crisis isn’t global, it’s homegrown. While other states boost domestic production, California buries permits and drives up costs with foreign oil dependence. Rock Zierman of CIPA calls out the state’s political negligence and regulatory chokehold in a powerful interview.
Don’t Trash the Berry Clamshell Because the Alternative Simply Doesn’t Work
California’s berry growers have created a national model for sustainable packaging using recyclable clamshells. Now, proposed CalRecycle regulations threaten to undo years of bipartisan progress and environmental innovation. Replacing clamshells with paper would increase food waste, cut down forests, and raise consumer prices — a lose-lose for climate and consumers.
California’s Healthcare Dilemma: The Soaring Cost of Medi-Cal for Undocumented Immigrants
California's expansion of Medi-Cal to undocumented immigrants has ballooned from a projected $3.5 billion to $8.5 billion annually, forcing the state to borrow billions. Can California afford its ambitious healthcare policies without risking fiscal stability?
California’s Privacy Bills: Protection or a Barrier to Law Enforcement?
California lawmakers introduce new privacy bills to protect vulnerable groups from data misuse. But are these measures necessary safeguards—or dangerous barriers hindering law enforcement’s ability to keep the public safe?
California Lawmakers Play Political Games While Ignoring Economic Reality
California lawmakers push the Los Angeles Dodgers to drop oil and gas sponsors, choosing symbolic activism over addressing economic reality. Do these political games help Californians—or just distract from real issues?
Trump Invokes 1790s Law to Target Venezuelan Gang, Fast-Track Deportations
President Trump invokes the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, authorizing rapid deportation of Venezuelan nationals linked to Tren de Aragua gang. The rare move sparks controversy over immigration, national security, and constitutional rights.
California’s Fast Food Wage Debate: Pay Raise or Job Loss?
California's Fast-Food Council debates another minimum wage increase amid soaring living costs. Advocates say higher wages are necessary for survival, but restaurant owners fear job cuts and closures. Could another pay hike help workers or hurt businesses?
California’s Controversial Assembly Bill 15 Sparks Debate Over ICE Cooperation
California’s Assembly Bill 15 (AB 15), introduced by Assemblymember Mia Bonta, has ignited intense debate over the state’s cooperation with ICE. The bill would prohibit prison officials from notifying ICE when convicted criminals—including those guilty of violent and sex-related crimes—are released. While supporters argue it prevents “double punishment,” critics warn it endangers public safety. Governor Gavin Newsom has threatened a veto, while Attorney General Rob Bonta’s silence adds to the controversy.
