Democrats Propose a Budget
It's day 35 of California's new fiscal year, and the budget impasse continues. Yesterday, Democrats released a comprehensive proposal to close the $19 billion gap which they say is more reflective of Californians' values than the governor's plan.
Bill Would Disclose Hospital Costs in Advance
Hundreds of bills await state legislators' attention, including AB 2389, which would let insurance policy holders know how much hospital visits actually cost.
To Preserve the Delta, Reduce Water Diversion
If Californians don't cut their water use, the fragile ecosystem of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta will fail. That's the conclusion reached by state water officials yesterday.
Prop. 8 Trial Ruling Expected Today
Judge Vaughn Walker will rule on whether Proposition 8, California's voter-approved ban on same-sex marriage, violates the U.S. Constitution.

