California California confronts threat of ‘tranq’ as overdose crisis rages By Brian Rinker | KFF Health News | June 5, 2023 The powerful animal sedative xylazine extends the strong yet short-lived fentanyl high and has appeared in overdose cases in San Francisco.
California Media literacy would be required for California K-12 students under new bill By Carolyn Jones | EdSource | June 5, 2023 New curriculum would address misinformation and cyberbullying, among other online hazards.
health California’s digital privacy battle: It’s police vs. civil libertarians, with an abortion twist By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | June 2, 2023 A ban on “reverse search warrants” would prevent tech companies from disclosing identities of individuals based their phone and internet history.
Education California Legislature beats deadline on key bills By Lynn La | CalMatters | June 2, 2023 A handful of intriguing bills that didn’t pass may resurface because their authors aren’t giving up.
Bay Area Attempts to ban books will face investigation by attorney general, Gov. Newsom warns By Ali Tadayon | EdSource | June 2, 2023 The warning comes amid a nationwide rise in book bans.
California Gov. Newsom and Democratic lawmakers at odds over billions in health care funds By Angela Hart | KFF Health News | May 30, 2023 The money comes from fining Californians who go without health insurance.
California Mammograms at 40? Breast cancer screening guidelines spark fresh debate By Ronnie Cohen | KFF Health News | May 30, 2023 Modeling suggests expanding routine mammography might avert deaths, but risk of false positives prompts calls for a more personalized approach.
wildfires Firefighters’ mental health is at risk. A California bill could help By Julie Cart | CalMatters | May 26, 2023 After unanimously clearing the Senate, a bill expanding first responders’ access to workers’ comp for PTSD moves to the Assembly.
Bay Area Newsom demands information from Florida regarding textbook revisions By Carolyn Jones | EdSource | May 23, 2023 Governor has also asked publishers whose books are under consideration for use in California whether they reflect Florida's new standards.
California California’s fentanyl problem is getting worse By Don Thompson | KFF Health News | May 23, 2023 Lawmakers are debating stiffer punishments for dealers, while Gov. Gavin Newsom is focusing on trafficking and naloxone distribution.