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The California Report

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New Fiscal Year Begins Without a Budget
The Legislature and the governor have yet to come up with a new spending plan for California. As the new fiscal year dawns, this summer's budget battle lines are coming into clear focus.

New High-Risk Health Insurance Gearing Up
The health care overhaul signed by President Obama earlier this year set up high-risk insurance pools for those with serious medical problems. California's version of the program won't start enrolling until next month, but the plan is taking names of would-be members now.

Oakland Prepares for Mehserle Verdict
Closing arguments get underway in Los Angeles today in the trial of former BART police officer Johannes Mehserle. Mehserle fatally shot an unarmed passenger, Oscar Grant, at an Oakland BART station last New Year's Day. Meanwhile, Oakland is bracing for a verdict -- hoping violence doesn't erupt as it did following the shooting.

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