Adam Beam

Associated Press reporter writing about California's budget, water, pensions, and health care.

LATEST ARTICLES BY Adam Beam

U.S.

Republicans installed illegal ballot drop boxes in California; elections officials order removal
October 13, 2020 By Amy Taxin And Adam Beam
GOP officials have refused to remove the boxes and said they plan to continue with their "ballot harvesting" program. Democrats fear ballot tampering is the motive.
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Sports

California law: College athletes deserve some of the millions in value they create
September 30, 2019 By Adam Beam
Student athletes are prohibited from being compensated while colleges make millions, often at risk to athletes’ health, academics, and professional careers.
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