Freelance Journalists Would Be Exempt from AB 5 in New Bill
On Thursday, a new bill that would exempt freelance journalists from the independent contractor redefining AB 5 law was introduced…
Adverse Possession and Squatters Rights
In “Natomas Development,” an article in the January N Magazine, Sacramento city councilman Steve Hansen noted “challenges” for the River…
Oklahoma Governor Bans All Nonessential State-Funded Travel to California
On Thursday, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order halting all non-essential state travel to California. Under Governor Stitt's…
2020 March Primary Preview: Pasadena Mayoral Election
The Pasadena Mayoral Race: Pasadena, which sits Northeast of Los Angeles and to the west of Glendale and Burbank, is…
Criminal Background Checks on Rental Applicants Now Illegal in Oakland
On Tuesday night, the Oakland City Council passed the Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, making criminal background checks on potential tenants…
Environmental Regulations For California Owned Washing Machines Under AB 1952
Washing machines in California may need to include a new filter system if AB 1952 becomes law. Assembly Bill 1952,…
Ninth California Golden Fleece® Award Goes to State, Local Politicians, Government Planners, Regulators, and Anti-Development Activists
"California is the national poster child for expensive housing and homelessness," Independent Institute Senior Fellow Lawrence J. McQuillan, Ph.D. said…
Crystal Geyser Found Guilty Of Dumping Arsenic Into California‘s Waterways
On January 9, the company that bottles Crystal Geyser Natural Alpine Spring Water pled guilty to two felonies in U.S.…
Direct Democracy in California: The Initiative – Part II
Part ll Direct Democracy in California. Part l is here. In addition, within eight days after the filing of the…
2020 March Primary Preview: 35th State Assembly District
The 35th Assembly District: The 35th Assembly District is essentially San Luis Obispo County with a part of Northern Santa…