Grants Pass By the Numbers: Anti-Camping Enforcement Has Surged Since Landmark SCOTUS Ruling
2026 is shaping up to be a year of city council candidates with problematic pasts.You may recall…
Final Budget a ‘Mixed Bag’ for Local Governments
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a $321 billion spending plan for the new fiscal year.
Local Governments Warn State Budget Could Worsen Homeless Crisis
On June 13, California lawmakers passed a legislative budget for 2025-26.
San Jose City Council Backs Mayor’s Controversial Encampment Crackdown, Rejects ‘Pay-for-Performance’ Plan
A controversial plan allowing for the arrest of unhoused people who repeatedly refuse shelter has passed the San Jose City Council on a 9 - 2 vote, with Councilmembers Peter Ortiz and Pam
“How do people get reelected?” : Newsom Assails Local Governments Over Homelessness Again
With two weeks to go before the state budget deadline, local governments are hoping the Legislature can toss them a lifeline and help them secure more state dollars for homelessness.
California is Home to 9 of the 10 Least Affordable Cities for Homebuyers
California’s housing market continues to crush average homebuyers.
California’s Homeless Crisis Pits Cities and Counties Against Each Other
California’s ongoing homelessness crisis has sparked a cycle of blame.
“No More Excuses”: Newsom Outlines Encampment Removal Plan for Localities
The Governor is once again urging local governments to toughen their policies on homeless encampments.
Local Governments Receive First Round of Behavioral Health Funding Under Prop 1
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced $3.3 billion in grant funding for local governments and nonprofits through the Proposition 1 Bond Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP).
State Launches AI Tool to Boost Permitting and Fire Recovery in Los Angeles
The State of California will provide free artificial intelligence (AI) software to the City and County of Los Angeles in order to help them streamline permit approvals and speed up re-building in a