California public health spending, boosted during COVID, on chopping block
When a doctor in Pasadena reported in October that a hospital patient was exhibiting classic symptoms of dengue fever, such as vomiting, a rash, and…
Column: California budget relies on rich taxpayers. We pay the price
SACRAMENTO — Borrowing an old bromide, when the stock market sneezes, California’s state government catches pneumonia. It’s more than a common cold when the state coughs…
Newsom called it a ‘gimmick.’ Now he’s using the trick to lower California’s massive deficit
SACRAMENTO — With a windfall of cash five years ago, Gov. Newsom said he was doing away with a state budget “gimmick” one of his predecessors…
Newsom, lawmakers detail first California budget cuts of $17 billion
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and leaders of the state Senate and Assembly announced an agreement Thursday to cut $17 billion from the state budget in…
Foodbank SA receives $2 million from South Australian budget to tackle rising cost of living
Foodbank SA will receive $2 million from the South Australian government over the next four years to deliver more food to people doing it tough. Key points:Foodbank…
Broome’s rough sleepers plead for support as they wait years on social housing waitlists
As the federal and West Australian governments aim to provide policies to tackle the nation's housing crisis in budget announcements this week, some of Broome's…