lgbtq Will California protect gay marriage in its constitution? By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | February 15, 2023 California's Proposition 8 was struck down in federal court but anti-gay marriage language it introduced remains in the constitution.
Bay Area Family business: Meet the Legacy Caucus in the California Legislature By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | February 8, 2023 What does it mean for lawmaking that one in 10 state lawmakers is related by blood or marriage to other legislators past and present?
Bay Area California housing politics enters uncharted waters By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | February 3, 2023 Many Bay Area cities failed to meet the state's Wednesday deadline to submit housing element plans. Piedmont's submission is under review now.
gavin newsom Relief for California’s gas price pains By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | February 2, 2023 Natural gas prices have soared in the Golden State even as prices nationally have fallen.
Climate Why California’s eco-friendly, tax-the-rich electorate killed Prop. 30 By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | November 10, 2022 The ballot measure also was complicated and divided Democrats, a recipe for failure.
gavin newsom California’s newest housing law By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | September 23, 2022 Lifting parking allocation requirements for some new developments is "a win-win," Gov. Newsom said.
climate change Newsom’s California economic forecast: veto message edition By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | September 20, 2022 "It is important to remain disciplined," the governor said.
California The new face of ‘No on 30’ is Gavin Newsom By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | September 13, 2022 Adopting the governor’s face as a campaign logo is a calculated political move for opponents of the climate tax measure.
Bay Area Will California tax Biden student debt relief? By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | September 12, 2022 It’s unclear if current state law requires Californians to pay income tax on cleared loan debt.
California Misfire: Behind the California concealed carry bill’s big fail By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | September 2, 2022 Supporters gambled with a proposal that required two-thirds approval.