California Gov. Gavin Newsom is likely to face a budget deficit even bigger than the $38 billion he projected during his initial spending plan presentation in January. This means it will be tougher for the governor, who must detail his revised budget proposal — updated with the most recent tax receipts — by May 14

Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers unveiled an emergency bill Wednesday that aims to give abortion providers temporary protection if they care for Arizona patients in California. The legislation, which is expected to sail through the Democratic controlled California Legislature,