Technology
Tech companies like Google, Facebook and Microsoft are ignoring data controls mandated under California law, researchers say. Written by Colin Lecher, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A new audit has found that websites across the internet may be failing to abide by
Immigration
California now has eight ICE detention centers. Two opened since President Trump took office in 2025, with both operating in former state prisons. Written by Wendy Fry, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Immigration and Customs Enforcement again has expanded in California’s
Election
A measure to roll back two kinds of taxes is slated to go before voters in November. The measure would affect cities and taxpayers across the state, but Los Angeles and its controversial “mansion tax” is the prime target. Written by Ben Christopher, CalMatters This story was originally published by
Immigration
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals sided with the Trump administration in striking down a California requirement that immigration agents show visible identification while on duty. Written by Nigel Duara, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A federal appeals court on Wednesday struck
Housing
California for now has prevented the Trump administration from changing priorities in homelessness funding to favor temporary shelters rather than long-term housing. Written by Marisa Kendall, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California scored a legal victory last Monday that, for now, undermines
Immigration
The San Diego Sheriff's Department and CoreCivic have a memorandum of understanding that allows the warden of Otay Mesa Detention Center to decide whether to investigate rape allegations at the facility. Written by Wendy Fry and Nigel Duara, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up