Justice Department Sues California Over Net Neutrality Law
The state's new law affirming Obama-era rules that were later repealed by the Trump administration has put it on a legal collision course with the Justice Department.
Gov. Jerry Brown
California's Gov. Brown: Wildfires Are Evidence Of Changing Climate 'In Real Time'
According to Cal Fire, firefighters are battling 19 major blazes in the state, as Gov. Jerry Brown says it has become an unfortunate "part of our ordinary experience."
California Governor Signs 'Sanctuary State' Bill
The law places sharp limits on how state and local law enforcement agencies can comply with federal immigration authorities. That puts California in conflict with President Trump.
California Moves Up 2020 Primary Elections To March
The state is hoping to have more influence over picking presidential candidates, and California Democrats want to bring more attention to issues like climate change and immigration.
'California Nationhood' Ballot Measure Builds Steam
Acknowledging that the obstacles are formidable, the proponent of a ballot measure to sever California's ties with the United States has been cleared to start collecting signatures.
6 New Gun Control Laws Enacted In California, As Gov. Brown Signs Bills
The capacity of guns' magazines will now be limited to 10 bullets, and background checks will be required to buy ammunition. The new laws also target "straw purchasing" guns for other people.
Once A Foe, Calif. Gov. Jerry Brown Endorses Hillary Clinton Ahead Of Primary
California Gov. Jerry Brown endorses Hillary Clinton, despite a decades-long frosty relationship with the Clintons.
California Governor Makes Some Water Restrictions Permanent
Amid a persistent drought, Gov. Jerry Brown is permanently banning wasteful water practices like hosing pavement. His executive order does allow some districts to loosen water restrictions, though.
California, An Environmental Leader, Eyes A Key Role In Climate Talks
World leaders are set to meet in Paris, trying to agree on how to combat climate change. Also attending will be California Gov. Jerry Brown, who is spearheading his own international climate movement.
California Governor Signs School Vaccination Law
Starting July 1, 2016, all children enrolled in public or private schools or day cares in the state must be vaccinated, regardless of parents' religious and other personal beliefs.