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The process, which follows up the decennial census, will determine political lines for the next decade — from congressional to school board districts. Here's how it impacts you and how you can get involved.

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'The Ghost File' adds history to California State Library’s haunted reputation

October 28, 2021 | Pauline Bartolone | Vicki Gonzalez

Rumors have circulated for decades that the California State Library is a center for paranormal activity. So librarians set out to document the history behind the building’s 'spooky' reputation.

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California says it's ready to vaccinate younger kids against COVID-19 when federal approval comes

October 27, 2021 | Nicole Nixon

State health officials are urging eligible Californians to get booster shots to avoid another winter surge, while also planning how to vaccinate 3.5 million children ages 5-11 with federal approval a COVID-19 vaccine for younger kids expected soon.

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California unemployment agency fraud during pandemic now estimated at $20 billion

October 26, 2021 | Nicole Nixon

California’s unemployment agency, widely seen as one of the state’s biggest failures of the pandemic, says it is making progress on reforms. But some fixes could take years to fully implement.

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State Government

California politicians raising money for charity face new rules from ethics panel

October 24, 2021

The state Fair Political Practices Commission is focusing on more public disclosure to address a growing trend of charitable donations serving as a conduit for interest groups seeking to influence politicians. Government watchdogs say that isn’t enou

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As immigration advocates demand Newsom cancel contract with border wall company, lawmakers stay silent

October 22, 2021 | Scott Rodd

The state awarded a no-bid contract to SLSCO — the company former president Donald Trump tapped to build his border wall in California — for COVID-19 response and health care staffing. The contract is currently worth up to $350 million.

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Newsom backs tougher rules on California oil wells

October 21, 2021

Gov. Newsom says he supports proposed rules on where new oil wells can go, plus additional pollution controls on existing wells.

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California hired a border wall company for COVID-19 response, including vaccinating migrants

October 19, 2021 | Scott Rodd

California used hundreds of medical staff from SLSCO to test and vaccinate undocumented Californians. That included work at community health centers around the state and along the border for newly arrived migrants.

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Are immigrants getting left out of California’s rent relief?

October 17, 2021

Non-English speaking immigrants face some of the biggest hurdles to receiving California rent relief. Advocates say informal leases, lack of technology access and language barriers are getting in the way.

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