Elections California billionaire tax is a no-brainer for progressive Democrats, right? Wrong. By Maya C. Miller | CalMatters | April 9, 2026 Even some of the most liberal lawmakers and labor unions aren’t convinced by the plan, which has gained national attention.
Elections California governor’s race: See the candidates’ incomes and tax payments By Yue Stella Yu | CalMatters | March 28, 2026 Here’s a snapshot of the top candidates for governor’s incomes and taxes. Billionaire Tom Steyer dwarfs them all.
California California GOP lawmakers are incensed over a gas tax study bill. Rural groups say they need it By Yue Stella Yu | CalMatters | March 2, 2026 Gas taxes fund highway maintenance and repairs.
Technology California tax revenue getting a boost from AI boom — but for how long? By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | January 6, 2026 As talk of a possible AI bubble grows, so does uncertainty around an important source of California tax money.
California CalPERS recovers from tariff plunge and notches a big investment gain By Adam Ashton | CalMatters | July 14, 2025 The CalPERS gained 11.6% on in its investments over the past financial year, eclipsing its target of 6.8%.
California ‘This tax could kill this industry.’ California cannabis operators brace for increase By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | July 1, 2025 The excise tax for weed is 19% as of July 1, up from 15% — the result of a political deal three years ago.
Taxes Congress is fighting over this tax deduction. Here’s how it affects Californians By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | June 26, 2025 The House wants to raise the SALT deduction cap, which would help wealthy Californians pay less in federal taxes.
Environment Livermore recreation district heads to court in quest to exit tax-sharing deal with EBRPD By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | June 9, 2025 Over the past several years, LARPD has made repeated efforts to update and clarify the agreement, but no resolution has been reached.
California Have federal agents served warrants at California’s Capitol? The Legislature doesn’t want you to know By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | March 5, 2025 Open government advocates argue the public has a right to know.
Crime & Safety California task force seizes over $19 million in illegal cannabis products across East Bay By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | December 12, 2024 The legal cannabis market in California saw $350 million in sales in November, or about $4 billion per year.