Vicki Gonzales

Roughly two million people rely on California’s health insurance marketplace, known as Covered California, to purchase coverage plans. The marketplace’s open enrollment period ends Jan. 31, but officials are reporting that new enrollment numbers are down compared to last year.

California is often cited as one of the top tourism destinations in the country. But 2025 saw a marked drop in international visitors, especially from Canada, at least partially in response to President Trump's new tariffs and aggressive rhetoric toward Canada and other nations.

The record-breaking government shutdown has come to an end, but what remains are the ripple effects that played out over those 43 days.

California officials tout the Golden State as the #1 tourist destination in the country, attracting millions of domestic and international visitors every year. However, this year has seen a drop in international visitors, particularly from Canada — one of California’s largest markets.

If you’re a Pacific Gas &Electric customer, a decision this week by the California Public Utilities Commission could have an impact on your monthly energy bills and your overall bottom line.

An expert breaks down the numbers on California’s declining population and how that’s impacted the housing market and availability of new homes.

While involuntary servitude is largely banned in California, there is one exception — as punishment for a crime.

It’s the first meeting of its kind in the state to elevate California’s response to the missing and murdered Indigenous persons crisis. The gathering occurred along the North Coast in Humboldt County, home to several Indigenous lands.

A U.S. appeals court ruled Thursday in favor of continued, but restricted, access to a contested abortion pill as high-profile federal cases play out. When combined with another medication, the pill accounts for more than half of the abortions in the nation.

Diacritical marks are placed above, below or next to a letter to indicate a particular pronunciation. A Sacramento-area family is pushing to get California to recognize those marks on state-issued documents.

The recent onslaught of atmospheric rivers slamming into California has dumped massive amounts of rain and snow in the state, causing widespread flooding and extensive damage. But a Sacramento River flood control project has created feeding conditions that are helping young salmon bulk up for their migration out to sea.

CalFresh issued its last round of pandemic-era extra payments in March. The state has launched a new program aimed at making fresh fruit and vegetables more accessible and affordable to those receiving assistance.