California
Green energy bill signed into law
April 15, 2011When Governor Jerry Brown put his signature on Senate Bill 2X April 12, California became No. 1 in the nation in its commitment to renewable energy.
Read moreGlobal protests say: Cut military spending, fund human needs
April 14, 2011Stephanie Miyashiro, her voice brimming with emotion, said, "What grieves me most about what's going on is that I think some of our friends are going to die."
Read moreStudents, faculty occupy building to protest cuts
April 14, 2011Students and faculty at California State University in East Bay marched to administration offices, then occupied the building in protest.
Read moreCalifornia Senate approves “card check” bill on Cesar Chavez’ birthday
April 1, 2011The California State Senate honored the legendary labor leader by approving legislation for farm workers seeking union representation.
Read moreA new low, even for California Republicans
March 25, 2011Two Republican votes are needed in each legislative house, and GOP leaders have announced that any Republican who votes for more taxes will be considered a traitor.
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