State Government

Women In Calif. Politics Share What They'd Like To See Change

October 26, 2017 | Ben Bradford

Women in California politics, protesting sexual harassment and abuse at the Capitol, distrust the response from legislative leaders.

State Government

California Senate Hires Outside Firm To Probe Harassment

October 23, 2017

(AP) - The California Senate is hiring two outside firms to investigate allegations of sexual harassment and assault and to review its policies for addressing such incidents.

Steinberg Says He Didn't Witness Sexual Harassment As State Lawmaker

October 23, 2017 | Bob Moffitt

Last week, 150 women issued an open letter alleging widespread sexual harassment at the Capitol. Darrell Steinberg, the former head of the State Senate, says he was surprised.

State Government

Women In California Politics Describe Culture Of Harassment

October 17, 2017 | Ben Bradford

More than 150 women who work in California state politics have signed on to a letter describing a culture of harassment and belittlement.

State Government

Fewer Women In New California Legislature, But More Win Local Office

December 14, 2016 | Daniel Potter

Last month’s election saw the number of women serving in the California Legislature fall, down to less than a quarter. At the same time women gained ground in city and county offices around the state.

State Government

Women Make Up Half Of Brown's Political Appointees

May 18, 2015 | Katie Orr

Organizations throughout California are working to get more women involved in politics. But running for political office may not be practical for everyone. Instead, some women are opting to pursue government appointments.

State Government

Women's Caucus Prioritizes Work, Child Care Bills

March 24, 2015 | Katie Orr

The California Legislative Women’s Caucus has announced its priorities for the year.

State Government

Women Gaining Leadership In California Legislature

March 2, 2015 | Katie Orr

Beginning next fall three of California’s “big five” legislative leaders will be women. People who are working to elect women to office hope this leadership trio will convince more women to run.

State Government

Lawmakers Propose Update To Equal Pay Law

February 24, 2015 | Katie Orr

Members of the California Legislative Women’s Caucus say it’s time for the state to strengthen its equal pay law.

Business

Few Female City Managers In California

January 22, 2015 | Katie Orr

Women make up less than 20 percent of city managers in California.