CalMatters.
Californian non-profit news website
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What's happening
Active this week
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Investigation into public university safety policies at California State University.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CalMatters is analyzing AT&T's funding amid competition between tech groups and union spending.Some support1 report
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Environmental groups raised concerns regarding PFAS contamination in drinking water, supported by co-authored studies.Well supported4 reports3 developments inside
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CalMatters reported on data sharing in California, while Shira Fischer works in health policy in Boston.Some support1 report
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CalMatters conducted an investigation involving prominent donor Gary K. Michelson and the California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy.Some support3 reports
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Sheriff Bianco is the subject of an investigation by CalMatters into an unprecedented seizure that occurred in Riverside County.Well supported20 reports3 developments inside
Earlier this month
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An investigation found that crashes are caused by reckless drivers, coinciding with the Senate's failure to address dangerous driving issues.Some support1 report
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CalMatters reports on California's wildfire risks, noting that Trump's cuts have created federal gaps in fuels management.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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CalMatters published a story regarding promises made by Gavin Newsom.Some support5 reports3 developments inside
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Both CalMatters and the California Taxpayers Association are tracking local tax and bond measures.Some support3 reports
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Mark Baldassare has been appointed as the polling director for PPIC.Some support1 report
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Wildfires occurred in Sonoma County, prompting CalMatters to report on Gavin Newsom's response plan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Local focus on regional identity and culture in Humboldt County involves an administration rollback facing legal challenge.Some support1 report
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Becerra, a Democratic candidate, gave an interview to CalMatters regarding his political status.Some support1 report
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A battery plant at Moss Landing experienced a major flareup, while Governor Newsom also blocked bills concerning undocumented student employment.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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CalMatters published findings regarding an investigation into a rail line connecting San Francisco to Los Angeles, involving KPMG LLP.Some support1 report
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Administration seeks to rescind the Roadless Rule while think tanks publish analysis opposing central bank rate hike decisions.Some support1 report
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CalMatters analyzed data regarding the implementation of Proposition 36.Some support1 report
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Article reports on Limón's district funding.Some support3 reports
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Pacheco's legislative proposal faces fierce opposition and was diluted by a Downey Democrat.Well supported8 reports3 developments inside
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CalMatters and the First Amendment Coalition sponsored a public discussion on free expression.Some support1 report
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CalMatters published stories on local issues impacting readers in Santa Barbara County.Some support1 report
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News coverage focuses on Gavin Newsom's controversial proposals, involving the California Wolf Center and the area of Julian.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Legislature passed a bill limiting police tactics while CalMatters investigated police operations in Los Angeles.Some support1 report1 development inside
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California is utilizing license plate tracking technology, a development reported by CalMatters.Some support1 report
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CalMatters and the Public Policy Institute of California released reports concerning policy impacts.Well supported10 reports
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CalMatters published a story concerning California on August 25, 2026.Some support5 reports
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CalMatters was recognized by the California News Publishers Association on August 25, 2026.Some support1 report
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An investigation into issues in rural California counties involving Madera County.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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CalMatters reports on an insurance lawsuit error involving the city of Carson.Some support1 report
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CalMatters published commentary on state issues while the McCain Institute traveled to Mexico to observe elections.Some support3 reports
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CalMatters reports on neurotech regulation, while Hitachi discusses its use of neurotech in the workplace.Some support6 reports
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CalMatters reported on issues occurring in Los Angeles County. Pasadena is located within this county.Some support2 reports
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CalMatters, a company, is based in the city of Fresno.Some support3 reports
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An article discusses housing issues currently affecting the city of Redlands.Some support1 report
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CalMatters analyzed the structure of Proposition 38 funding with an unnamed institute.Some support2 reports
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Janet Napolitano participated in the CalMatters Ideas Festival on July 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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Investigation into flaws within California's conservatorship system.Some support1 report
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CalMatters published a story detailing an ACLU filing.Some support5 reports
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CalMatters reported on California's reforestation strategy, noting the state seed bank is located in Davis.Well supported7 reports
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CalMatters reported on findings from Shaker, where Shaker is the Fire District Finance Director and Tom Haughey is the Fire Board Director.Some support1 report
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Kaiser Permanente has nurses working in Vallejo, and CalMatters originally published the story about this presence.Well supported8 reports
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A co-launched community conversation series is underway at the Lobero Theatre, involving various partners and speakers.Some support1 report
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CalMatters republished news regarding Congress on July 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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CalMatters published a story regarding actions taken by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, led by Secretary Jeff Macomber.Well supported6 reports
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CalMatters inquired about annual reports from San Jose State University.Some support11 reports
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CalMatters reported on a new subsidized housing apartment in Sacramento.Some support2 reports
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CalMatters published a story concerning California Community Colleges.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Amanda Litman's organization is testing the responses of both Gemini and Claude, and a case study cites CalMatters.Some support1 report
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CalMatters reported on state budget funding, noting that Lucas is the State Librarian.Some support1 report
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A legislator sponsored bills to improve public defense following an investigation revealed systemic failures in defense.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Reports detail how the adoption of Generative AI is causing tension between faculty and administrators within the Cal State System.Well supported3 reports
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CalMatters republished news articles concerning various state policy issues on June 20, 2026.Some support3 reports
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CalMatters reported on how early 20th-century views influence modern policy debates involving Hiram Johnson.Some support1 report
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Daisy Gonzales gave an interview to CalMatters on June 19, 2026.Some support1 report
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Funding cuts threaten STEM programs, involving Jason Williams and CalMatters.Some support1 report
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California legislator Jesse Arreguín is involved in an investigation by CalMatters into public defense issues.Some support1 report
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DMV practices are under investigation regarding auction surplus funds, prompting political action through SB 1029.Some support1 report
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State utilizes automated systems for California State University exams, as reported by CalMatters.Some support1 report
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CalMatters is discussing state aid commission issues involving Daisy Gonzales.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching CalMatters
Events traced to CalMatters, step by step, newest firstAround CalMatters this week
News at the entities that move CalMatters most-
California StructuralMultiple states are implementing universal mail-in voting while debates over the Electoral College intensify.Moves CalMatters
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection OperationalCBP is offering Global Entry services at airports in Ireland and the Bahamas.Moves CalMatters
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Rubio Mentioned togetherMarco Rubio is scheduled to visit Mumbai, prompting Rahul Gandhi to question Prime Minister Modi regarding the trip.Moves CalMatters
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supreme court OperationalThe Supreme Court declined review of plea agreement cancellations made by Austin, who previously worked for Joe Biden.Moves CalMatters
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Donald Trump Mentioned togetherElissa Slotkin calls for prosecutions against Trump's allies while Abdul El-Sayed runs as a Senate candidate against Trump's influence.Moves CalMatters
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Gavin Newsom OperationalDonald Trump challenges state policy while Gavin Newsom supports rising EV sales, and CleanTechnica uses Stripe and Patreon for subscriptions.Moves CalMatters
Connections
The 40 strongest of 112, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Gavin Newsom Operational
CalMatters actively reports on Newsom's policies and actions, while Newsom utilizes the platform for communication and response.
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Noozhawk Operational
CalMatters provides specialized content that Noozhawk actively republishes and they collaborate on shared community initiatives.
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California Structural
CalMatters is a Californian news organization whose function is centered on reporting issues specific to the state of California.
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Khari Johnson Structural
Khari Johnson contributes written work for publication or use by CalMatters.
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California State University Operational
CalMatters conducts in-depth investigations into California State University's operational compliance, financial management, and safety protocols.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Operational
CalMatters and U.S. Customs and Border Protection maintain a decade-long partnership involving federal grant programs.
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Cervantes Operational
The relationship involves discussions regarding legislative failures related to DUI reform bills.
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Daisy Gonzales Transactional
Daisy Gonzales provided interviews to CalMatters regarding state aid commission issues.
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CoreCivic Operational
The two companies are actively competing for business and market share within the regulated justice and corrections industry in California.
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Los Angeles Shared context
CalMatters focuses its policy analysis on healthcare coverage in California and specific operational issues within Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles County Superior Court Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Lena Gonzalez Transactional
CalMatters' published reporting served as the direct impetus for Lena Gonzalez to introduce her specific bill.
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Janet Napolitano Shared context
Janet Napolitano participated as a featured guest at the CalMatters Ideas Festival.
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Robin Young Operational
A provides expert commentary to inform B's investigations.
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Solano County Operational
CalMatters monitors and reports on the policy actions and operational status of Solano County.
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Catherine Crump Operational
Catherine Crump provided commentary to CalMatters.
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Ian Choudri Operational
CalMatters published findings related to the work or professional sphere of Ian Choudri.
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Santa Barbara County Mentioned together
CalMatters publishes and provides policy information regarding issues relevant to Santa Barbara County readers.
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California Community Colleges Mentioned together
CalMatters serves as the primary publisher and information source regarding the operations of the California Community Colleges.
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Chad Bianco Mentioned together
CalMatters reports on and investigates the actions and legal matters of candidate Chad Bianco.
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Allan Hancock College Mentioned together
CalMatters reports on issues relevant to Allan Hancock College.
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California Shared context
CalMatters reports on state actions and data sharing policies within California.
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California Taxpayers Association Mentioned together
Both organizations are noted for tracking local tax and bond measures.
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Hacks/Hackers Operational
CalMatters participated in the Voter Guide Commons pilot project hosted by Hacks/Hackers.
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Consumer Watchdog Mentioned together
CalMatters reports data that was generated by Consumer Watchdog.
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First Amendment Coalition Mentioned together
Both organizations are co-mentioned as entities that sponsor public discussion regarding free expression.
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San Francisco Shared context
CalMatters operates within the political and geographical context of San Francisco, covering local issues there.
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Rubio Mentioned together
CalMatters reported on a controversy involving Rubio.
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Lynwood Shared context
CalMatters includes Lynwood in its scope of local issues it covers.
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Public Policy Institute of California Mentioned together
Both entities are active in the policy research domain, producing and tracking data relevant to public policy.
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Josh Schwartz Mentioned together
A's published work was cited by B in a report.
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Kevin Wehr Mentioned together
CalMatters reported on concerns raised by Kevin Wehr.
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California Bankers Association Mentioned together
no direct coupling
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Kaiser Permanente Mentioned together
CalMatters reports on Kaiser Permanente's internal practices and workplace surveillance.
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Institute for College Access & Success Operational
Institute for College Access & Success is observed to be in communication with CalMatters.
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Sacramento Shared context
CalMatters focuses its operational tracking on the legislative and political activities taking place in Sacramento.
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University of California Mentioned together
CalMatters functions as a watchdog, reporting on the operational transparency and outcomes of the University of California system.
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supreme court Operational
CalMatters bases its operational content on the rulings and activities of the Supreme Court.
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American Civil Liberties Union Mentioned together
CalMatters reports on the activities and filings of the American Civil Liberties Union.
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Donald Trump Mentioned together
CalMatters reports and tracks political actions and policy statements made by Donald Trump.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- CalMatters is analyzing AT&T's funding amid competition between tech groups and union spending.
- CalMatters reported on data sharing in California, while Shira Fischer works in health policy in Boston.
- CalMatters conducted an investigation involving prominent donor Gary K. Michelson and the California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy.
- An investigation found that crashes are caused by reckless drivers, coinciding with the Senate's failure to address dangerous driving issues.
September 2026
13 events- Both CalMatters and the California Taxpayers Association are tracking local tax and bond measures.
- Mark Baldassare has been appointed as the polling director for PPIC.
- Local focus on regional identity and culture in Humboldt County involves an administration rollback facing legal challenge.
- Becerra, a Democratic candidate, gave an interview to CalMatters regarding his political status.
- A battery plant at Moss Landing experienced a major flareup, while Governor Newsom also blocked bills concerning undocumented student employment.
- CalMatters published findings regarding an investigation into a rail line connecting San Francisco to Los Angeles, involving KPMG LLP.
- Administration seeks to rescind the Roadless Rule while think tanks publish analysis opposing central bank rate hike decisions.
- CalMatters analyzed data regarding the implementation of Proposition 36.
- Article reports on Limón's district funding.
- CalMatters and the First Amendment Coalition sponsored a public discussion on free expression.
- CalMatters published stories on local issues impacting readers in Santa Barbara County.
- News coverage focuses on Gavin Newsom's controversial proposals, involving the California Wolf Center and the area of Julian.
- California is utilizing license plate tracking technology, a development reported by CalMatters.
August 2026
13 events- CalMatters reports on California's wildfire risks, noting that Trump's cuts have created federal gaps in fuels management.
- Wildfires occurred in Sonoma County, prompting CalMatters to report on Gavin Newsom's response plan.
- Legislature passed a bill limiting police tactics while CalMatters investigated police operations in Los Angeles.
- CalMatters and the Public Policy Institute of California released reports concerning policy impacts.
- CalMatters published a story concerning California on August 25, 2026.
- CalMatters was recognized by the California News Publishers Association on August 25, 2026.
- CalMatters reports on an insurance lawsuit error involving the city of Carson.
- CalMatters published commentary on state issues while the McCain Institute traveled to Mexico to observe elections.
- CalMatters reports on neurotech regulation, while Hitachi discusses its use of neurotech in the workplace.
- CalMatters reported on issues occurring in Los Angeles County. Pasadena is located within this county.
- CalMatters, a company, is based in the city of Fresno.
- An article discusses housing issues currently affecting the city of Redlands.
- CalMatters analyzed the structure of Proposition 38 funding with an unnamed institute.
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July 2026
14 events- Investigation into public university safety policies at California State University.
- An investigation into issues in rural California counties involving Madera County.
- Janet Napolitano participated in the CalMatters Ideas Festival on July 30, 2026.
- Investigation into flaws within California's conservatorship system.
- CalMatters published a story detailing an ACLU filing.
- CalMatters reported on California's reforestation strategy, noting the state seed bank is located in Davis.
- CalMatters reported on findings from Shaker, where Shaker is the Fire District Finance Director and Tom Haughey is the Fire Board Director.
- Kaiser Permanente has nurses working in Vallejo, and CalMatters originally published the story about this presence.
- A co-launched community conversation series is underway at the Lobero Theatre, involving various partners and speakers.
- CalMatters republished news regarding Congress on July 13, 2026.
- CalMatters inquired about annual reports from San Jose State University.
- CalMatters reported on a new subsidized housing apartment in Sacramento.
- Amanda Litman's organization is testing the responses of both Gemini and Claude, and a case study cites CalMatters.
- CalMatters reported on state budget funding, noting that Lucas is the State Librarian.
June 2026
16 events- Environmental groups raised concerns regarding PFAS contamination in drinking water, supported by co-authored studies.
- Sheriff Bianco is the subject of an investigation by CalMatters into an unprecedented seizure that occurred in Riverside County.
- CalMatters published a story regarding promises made by Gavin Newsom.
- Pacheco's legislative proposal faces fierce opposition and was diluted by a Downey Democrat.
- CalMatters published a story regarding actions taken by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, led by Secretary Jeff Macomber.
- CalMatters published a story concerning California Community Colleges.
- A legislator sponsored bills to improve public defense following an investigation revealed systemic failures in defense.
- Reports detail how the adoption of Generative AI is causing tension between faculty and administrators within the Cal State System.
- CalMatters republished news articles concerning various state policy issues on June 20, 2026.
- CalMatters reported on how early 20th-century views influence modern policy debates involving Hiram Johnson.
- Daisy Gonzales gave an interview to CalMatters on June 19, 2026.
- Funding cuts threaten STEM programs, involving Jason Williams and CalMatters.
- California legislator Jesse Arreguín is involved in an investigation by CalMatters into public defense issues.
- DMV practices are under investigation regarding auction surplus funds, prompting political action through SB 1029.
- State utilizes automated systems for California State University exams, as reported by CalMatters.
- CalMatters is discussing state aid commission issues involving Daisy Gonzales.