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Californians, You May Have Food Assistance Benefits Expiring Soon

and on October 15, 2026

Roughly $106 million in unspent SUN Bucks could vanish, since federal rules wipe out summer food money 122 days after it loads onto a card.

Uber Slashes Jobs in California After CEO Announces Staffing Cuts

and on September 15, 2026

The company says the reductions will simplify its organization, but 137 Sunnyvale employees are set to lose their jobs Nov. 2

California Homeowners May Face New Landscaping Rules Under ‘Zone 0’

and on August 17, 2026

The proposed rules would target the five feet around homes, with existing properties phased into cleanup and structural changes over five years.

90-Degree Days Mean No Power Shutoffs for These Californians

and on July 28, 2026

California just lowered its no-shutoff threshold from 100 degrees to 90 — with a zip-code heat-risk tool set to take over soon.

Every Other State Beats California in Affordability, Rankings Reveal

and on July 28, 2026

California ranks 35th overall nationally but dead last in affordability, with median homes running twice the U.S. norm.

California’s Insurer of Last Resort Is Playing a Role in Mortgages

and on July 21, 2026

One in 17 new California home loans now relies on the state’s insurer of last resort — and dual coverage adds $2,000 a year to premiums.

Museums, Parks in Southern California to Visit When You Want Free Fun

and on July 18, 2026

From a free library card park pass to a $5 telescope-dome hike, here’s where Southern Californians can spend a summer day without spending a dime.

Garden Grove Evacuees, It’s Time to Start Contacting Your Insurance

and on May 26, 2026

If you were evacuated by the Garden Grove chemical emergency, your policy’s ALE coverage may reimburse hotel stays, meals, and relocation — but documentation is key.

Newsom Proposes $100 Million for Disaster Rebuilding Post LA Fires

and on May 14, 2026

California’s new fund would use interest rate buy-downs and loan guarantees to bridge the gap between insurance payouts and LA wildfire rebuilding costs.

Fires Break Out in Southern California, Scorch Over 2,000 Acres

and on April 3, 2026

Evacuation orders are in effect as multiple blazes spread rapidly amid high winds — with more fire weather expected through the weekend.

These Californians Could Lose CalFresh Food Benefits Soon. Why?

and on April 2, 2026

Multiple changes to eligibility rules — including expanded work requirements — could put hundreds of thousands at risk of losing food assistance.

What Is the California Billionaire Tax Act? Is It Actually Happening?

and on February 20, 2026

A labor union is pushing to place a one-time wealth tax on California’s billionaires on the November ballot to offset health care funding cuts.

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