As a legislator, governor, president and ex-president, he confronted the prejudices that were so much a part of where and ...

The nation's largest health insurance program is likely to be cut in Congress this year to pay for other priorities. That ...

Voters in several states, including deeply red ones, chose to make significant boosts. While the federal minimum remains stuck at $7.25, 10 states now have a wage of $15 or higher and more are headed ...

Artificial intelligence systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and to keep them working well. The ...

A state Supreme Court justice won a narrow victory in November. Her challenger argues tens of thousands of votes should be ...

The state’s troubled home insurance market is certain to command legislative attention this year. The fires in Los Angeles ...

Hot, strong desert air is contributing to the devastating fires in the Los Angeles area. The current winds are much less ...

Last year, about a quarter of all health insurance claims were denied in California. A new law blocks coverage denials made ...

Governors, mayors and finance officers are treading water, awaiting the outcome and impact of a new Washington regime’s vows to slash federal spending and taxes. Meanwhile, state and municipal ...

After years of cuts, the agency’s budget has doubled since 2020. But its new director will face challenges due to policy ...

Human services officials say more treatment options are needed to place children, but lawmakers are concerned lighter regulations will create more problems.

Groceries are about 20 percent more expensive than they were pre-pandemic. Residents who’ve seen their community grocery stores close must trek long distances for fresh food. A New York Assembly ...