Local – Page 362 – California Globe

Senator Introduces Bill To Collect Data On Public Transit Rider Harassment

February 14, 2023 12:16 pmFebruary 14, 2023 12:16 pm

A bill that would direct the top ten public transit systems in California to collect data on rider harassment for use in improving ridership safety was introduced in the Senate on Monday. Senate Bill 434, authored by Senator Dave Min...

Gov. Newsom Signs New Executive Order To Help Retain Water Against Extreme Weather Events

February 13, 2023 9:07 pmFebruary 13, 2023 9:07 pm

Governor Gavin Newsom signed an new executive order on Monday to help retain water in the state against future droughts. According to a press release released by the Governor, the new executive order came about as a direct response to...

New Bill Would End the Use Of Police K-9 Units

February 13, 2023 6:00 pmFebruary 13, 2023 6:00 pm

A bill that would end the use of police K-9 units, also known as police units involving trained police dogs, in many criminal situations was introduced to the Assembly on Monday. Assembly Bill 742, authored by Assemblyman Corey Jackson (D-Moreno...

Yahoo, Twilio Lay Off Thousands As Bay Area Tech Cutbacks Continue

February 13, 2023 12:28 pmFebruary 13, 2023 12:29 pm

Cloud Communications software maker Twilio announced on Monday that 17% of their workforce, or roughly 1,500 workers, will be laid off. The layoff, along with the 20% job cut, or almost 1,700 workers, at Yahoo announced during the weekend, became...

IRS Won’t Tax California Inflation Relief Checks As Income

February 11, 2023 7:32 amFebruary 11, 2023 7:32 am

California residents who received a Middle Class Tax Refund check from the state, were shocked when they also received 1099 form taxing that relief. However, after months of speculation, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on Friday that the Middle...

San Francisco Considers Establishing a Red Light District?

February 11, 2023 7:00 amFebruary 11, 2023 7:20 am

It is certainly no secret that San Francisco–once known as America’s most beautiful city due to its preeminence in commerce, the arts, sports, tourism, architecture etc.– has gained notoriety for its spiraling descent into a metropolis now better known for...

California Drivers Could be Charged Higher Registration Fees for Heavier Autos

February 10, 2023 5:51 pmFebruary 11, 2023 7:22 am

California is considering charging higher truck and SUV auto registration fees for heavier cars under a new bill in the state Legislature. The automotive industry is growing apprehensive about what it could possibly mean for them. Assembly Bill 251, authored...