Dark patterns force patients to share their data with big healthcare networks, even when the privacy form they’re signing explicitly says they can opt-out.

Online classes have made it easier for students to access education, but some say the loss of in-person interaction hurts their learning.

Palisades and Eaton fire survivors had 12 months' relief before resuming mortgage payments. Lawmakers are voting on a bill that would give them three years’ forbearance.

Advocates and unions are objecting to Newsom's proposed cuts to state spending on education, preschool, health and welfare programs.

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Californians are voting on a wide-open governor's race in a June 2 primary election. Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer are leading in polls.

PFAS chemicals were found in nearly 40% of samples of nonorganic fruits and vegetables California regulators tested in 2023. A bill would ban their use.

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E85 can cost less than gasoline per gallon. But in California, finding and saving money with the fuel is more complicated.

The Board of Equalization has very little power, but it's a launching pad to statewide political office in California.

National Democrats said they wouldn’t endorse in California's 22nd Congressional District. Then they backed the moderate over ...

Gov. Gavin Newsom issues a wide-ranging executive order issued to study everything from job subsidies to stock compensation ...