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Factory equipment sales-tax waiver gets committee nod
"Makes sense. One has to actually invest in California to get the exemption. Most every state has a similar law, and we need to do whatever we can to retain manufacturing jobs- - the proven road to the middle class."
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Increasing the Minimum Wage
"Maybe we should continue to crawl out of the worst recession since the great depression before we put wage increases on auto-pilot. Just a thought..........."
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Boehner Slaps NRCC Chairman's Wrist in Chained CPI Spat
"I used to think that the perfect example of "chutzpah" (unmitigated gall) was the guy who killed his mother and father and then threw himself on the mercy of the court because he was an orphan.
But that's topped by the NRCC's Greg Walden--whose party wants to slash Social Security and turn Medicare into a voucher program--complaining that President Obama's budget is "an attack on seniors." Even John Boehner knows that's absurd."
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President Barack Obama apologizes for comment on California Attorney General Kamala Harris' looks
"President Barack Obama’s comment to the Honorable Attorney General Kamala Harris was taken waaay
out of context. Certainly, innuendos of this nature could be construed as subliminal and inappropriate;
depending of course, on where, when, how and why the words were transpired in the first place.
Was this the case? I would think not. Not being there, I feel that President Obama was merely happy
to be in an environment where he could relate to like “minds” and “experiences.” It is apparent that
he felt that he shared a similar culture and experience as the Attorney General. This type of connection is highly irregular and totally uncommon, so when it occurs, one could only think to make the best of the situation. Can one imagine Attorney General Harris standing between the President and U.S. Attorney General, The Honorable Eric Holder? That photo would get a million hits without a by-line.
The President’s comment was his gift to her. The price tag increased because of the time it took to add the apology to the calculated cost of his time. This is the amount that Atty. Gen. Harris should add to her “gifts received” report. First Lady Michelle Obama is the real gem and she knows it.
The climate of intellectualization that was responsible for making the President and Atty. Gen. “look good” politically were evidently not the same people who should have used more scientific-based copy writing instead of the creative writing used to describe “My Fair Lady” or “Mary Poppins.”
What did President Obama and Atty. Gen. Harris have in common? They are both good looking, and ”it takes one to know one.” I do not believe any harm was done by the President’s comment. On the other hand, if what the president said wasn’t true, then he would owe an apology for telling a lie. Either way, he was caught in a quagmire that diverted too much attention away from North Korea. Enough already."
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With obesity on the rise in L.A. County, health officials urge meal portion control
"Kind of like telling me the sun will likely burn my unprotected skin- and that that is not a good thing. Calories in = calories out, anyone?"
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Democrats seeking office have their eye on Sacramento
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 6:39 pmLawmakers and candidates are increasingly feeling they can accomplish more at the state level than in Washington, where many would be serving in the minority.WASHINGTON — Early this year, Leticia Perez and her husband flew here for a whirlwind ...
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Political savvy vs. education skills in L.A. school board runoff
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 10:47 pmAntonio Sanchez, 31, has the former, which has helped him attract big support from labor, while Monica Ratliff, 43, has the latter, making her the favorite of educators.The race for a seat on the Los Angeles Board of Education pits the political ...
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In this article: Eli Broad,
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Garcetti's lead over Greuel at 7 percentage points in mayoral race
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 9:30 pmLatest survey also shows 11% of likely voters still undecided, meaning the dynamics of the race could still shift before Tuesday's runoff. Eric Garcetti's lead in the Los Angeles mayor's race has narrowed to seven percentage points, but his strength ...
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Associated Press - May 18, 12:25 pm
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A California law that requires all semi-automatic handguns to be equipped with technology that stamps its identifying information on bullet casings is now in effect after years of delays....
»ReadIn this article: Mike Feuer,
Lynda Gledhill,
Kamala Harris,
Arnold Schwarzenegger
KCBS - May 18, 11:53 am
A California law that requires all semiautomatic handguns to be equipped with technology that stamps a code with the weapon's make, model and serial number on bullet casings is now in effect after years of delays.
»ReadIn this article: Kamala Harris,
Arnold Schwarzenegger
San Francisco Chronicle - May 18, 7:58 am
Despite controversies, Obama agenda marches on Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 7:27 am, ...
»ReadIn this article: Hillary Clinton,
minimum wage,
Devin Nunes,
Barack Obama,
Nancy Pelosi,
Senate Republicans
San Jose Mercury News - May 18, 7:24 am
Actor/comedian Kevin Pollak, who grew up in San Jose will perform at San Jose Stage's June 21 event, marking the 30th anniversary of the edgy theater company and the 20th anniversary of its political satire fundraiser, 'Monday Night Live.
»ReadIn this article: James T. Beall,
Nora Campos,
Chuck Reed,
water
Associated Press - May 18, 7:11 am
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The night of smoke, chaos, gunfire and grenades that killed four Americans in Benghazi, Libya, is well-documented. Eight months later, it is the decisions made back in Washington that remain murky and in perpetual dispute....
»ReadIn this article: Hillary Clinton,
Darrell Issa,
Barack Obama,
Leon Panetta,
Mitt Romney
KXTV Sacramento - May 18, 5:07 am
LOS ANGELES - A California law that requires all semiautomatic handguns to be equipped with technology that stamps a code with the weapon's make, model and serial number on bullet casings is now in effect after years of delays.
»ReadIn this article: Kamala Harris,
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Merced Sun-Star - May 18, 2:52 am
The sound of a bagpiper playing "Amazing Grace" set a somber tone Wednesday morning, as members of law enforcement gathered to honor fallen officers at the 2013 Merced County Peace Officer Memorial ceremony. The event is held annually in ...
»ReadIn this article: Leroy Baca,
Mark Pazin
Merced Sun-Star - May 18, 2:27 am
Fears of a potential farm labor shortage have caused San Joaquin Valley growers to boost wages to as much as $10 an hour this year to attract and keep workers for the harvest season.
»ReadIn this article: minimum wage,
Roberto Rodriguez
San Francisco Chronicle - May 18, 2:06 am
Obama agenda seems to be weathering controversies Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 12:33 am, ...
»ReadIn this article: Hillary Clinton,
minimum wage,
Devin Nunes,
Barack Obama,
Nancy Pelosi,
Senate Republicans
Chico Enterprise - May 18, 1:26 am
OROVILLE — At a talk with citizens Friday in Oroville, state Sen. Jim Nielsen, R-Gerber, voiced concern about the growth of government, the federal Affordable Care Act, and other issues, and encouraged people to get involved.
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
James Nielsen
Chico Enterprise/Editorials - May 18, 1:23 am
Our take on the week in news HIT — Lundberg Family Farms in Richvale puts a fun spin on environmentalism.
»ReadIn this article: Jerry A. Smith,
Jerry Smith
The Reporter (Vacaville) - May 18, 1:00 am
SACRAMENTO -- The state's independent budget analyst said Friday that California will take in $3.2 billion more in tax revenue than Gov.
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Bill Emmerson,
Bill Emmerson,
John A. Perez,
Mac Taylor
The Reporter (Vacaville) - May 18, 12:59 am
SACRAMENTO -- Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson announced to screaming throngs of Kings fans Friday that the deal to sell the NBA franchise to a group led by software tycoon Vivek Ranadive has been signed.
»ReadIn this article: Kevin Johnson,
Chris Kelly
Sacramento Bee - May 18, 12:20 am
California will collect more than $3 billion in additional state revenue, the state's nonpartisan legislative analyst said Friday, setting the stage for a Capitol fight among Democrats over spending. Legislative Analyst Mac Taylor's forecast is ...
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Bill Emmerson,
Bill Emmerson,
Kevin Gordon,
Robert Huff,
Legislature,
Proposition 98,
state budget,
Mac Taylor,
Dan Walters,
Anthony Wright
Fresno Bee/Opinion - May 18, 12:01 am
Unable to match the salaries of private and some public utilities, California cannot retain skilled employees to maintain and operate its complex and vital water delivery system. Read comments
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Little Hoover Commission,
water
Fresno Bee/Opinion - May 18, 12:00 am
Thumbs down to Fresno County Supervisors Andreas Borgeas, Judy Case and Debbie Poochigian for nitpicking a symbolic resolution supporting children's programs. What should have been a five-minute item became a debate spanning two meetings and ...
»ReadIn this article: Robert Blumenfield,
Kristin Olsen,
Debbie Poochigian
Orange County Register/Editorial - May 18, 12:00 am
I never thought "patriot" was a dirty word, but, apparently, the Internal Revenue Service begs to differ. The IRS finally admitted this past week that its auditors have been targeting conservative political organizations seeking tax-exempt ...
»ReadIn this article: Darrell Issa,
minimum wage
Sacramento Bee - May 18, 12:00 am
SAN DIEGO Opening a satellite city office in a far-flung neighborhood is not unusual in sprawling cities like this one. But one thing sets apart Mayor Bob Filner's newest outpost: It is in another country. Cars wait and wait ...
»ReadIn this article: Carlos Bustamante,
Bob Filner,
illegal immigration,
Barack Obama
Sacramento Bee - May 18, 12:00 am
An anti-gay rights group has purchased hourly radio spots to urge parents to keep their children home from school on Harvey Milk Day, which honors the gay rights pioneer. San Francisco Supervisor Harvey Milk was assassinated in 1978. His ...
»ReadIn this article: Tom Ammiano,
Jerry Brown,
Legislature,
Ted W. Lieu,
Randy Thomasson,
Dan WaltersBills: AB 188,
Sacramento Bee/Opinion - May 18, 12:00 am
In the nation's socially conservative heartland, Minnesota voters were the first to reject a constitutional ban on same-sex marriage, which had passed in 30 states. Opponents of same-sex marriage had won every popular vote until then, including in ...
»ReadIn this article: Legislature,
Proposition 8,
Frank Schubert
Sacramento Bee/Opinion - May 18, 12:00 am
When Gov. Jerry Brown introduced the principle of "subsidiarity" as the basis for his public school local funding formula, my ears perked. Richie Ross
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Legislature,
Richie Ross
Modesto Bee - May 17, 11:44 pm
First-time buyers, faithful players and everyone in between are getting in on tonight's record Powerball jackpot. Around Modesto, some bought a single ticket and others hundreds all for a chance at winning $600 million.
»ReadIn this article: California Lottery,
Bryan Justin Marks,
Alex Traverso
L.A. Daily News - May 17, 11:00 pm
It was a good start to a demanding weekend for Glendale Community College's Grace Zamudio at the California Community College Athletic Association state track and field championships at College of San Mateo.
»ReadIn this article: Tony Cardenas,
Kamala Harris,
Dennis Zine
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 10:47 pm
Antonio Sanchez, 31, has the former, which has helped him attract big support from labor, while Monica Ratliff, 43, has the latter, making her the favorite of educators.The race for a seat on the Los Angeles Board of Education pits the political ...
»ReadIn this article: Eli Broad,
Legislature,
Antonio Villaraigosa
San Francisco Chronicle/Politics Blog - May 17, 10:29 pm
President Barack Obama will star at an “intimate” $32,400 per head June 6 fundraising dinner and discussion in the Portola Valley home of star Silicon Valley venture capitalist Vinod Khosla and his wife, Neeru, according to the invite obtained ...
»ReadIn this article: Ro Khanna,
Vinod Khosla,
Barack Obama
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 10:17 pm
Business and labor groups have helped push spending on the Cedillo-Gardea race to more than four times that of previous campaigns in the small district near downtown.The 1st District City Council race has garnered more than four times the money of ...
»ReadIn this article: campaign finance,
Gil Cedillo,
Eric Garcetti,
Laura Nelson,
Ed Reyes,
water
Press Enterprise - May 17, 10:12 pm
Last year it was closed down for Tuesdays and Wednesdays
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Richard Garcia,
water,
Cheryl Williams
NBC Los Angeles/Prop Zero - May 17, 9:56 pm
With four days left in the campaign for Los Angeles mayor, candidate Wendy Greuel lashed out on one of her opponent's major campaign platforms. Standing in front of a vacant Hollywood lot, she said Eri...
»ReadIn this article: Wendy Greuel
Stockton Record - May 17, 9:37 pm
Delta's Alex Knudsen placed eighth in the hammer throw and Garrett Jacobs took 10th in the javelin in the first day of the California Community College Athletic Association Track and Field Championships on Friday at San Mateo College.
»ReadIn this article: Kelly A. Brooks,
Elizabeth Martin,
Elizabeth Martinez
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 9:30 pm
Latest survey also shows 11% of likely voters still undecided, meaning the dynamics of the race could still shift before Tuesday's runoff. Eric Garcetti's lead in the Los Angeles mayor's race has narrowed to seven percentage points, but his strength ...
»ReadIn this article: Michael Finnegan,
Eric Garcetti,
Wendy Greuel,
Dan Schnur,
water
Inland Daily Bulletin - May 17, 9:28 pm
FONTANA -- By a 3-2 vote, the school board has dismissed its attorney, Maribel S. Medina of the Los Angeles law office of Meyers/Nave. The action, taken late Wednesday night, was effective immediately.
»ReadIn this article: Leticia Garcia,
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 8:53 pm
Looking to replace Tony Cardenas in the Valley are two strongly backed veteran public officials: LAUSD's Nury Martinez and DWP's Cindy Montañez.The two apparent front-runners to replace Los Angeles City Councilman Tony Cardenas are veteran public ...
»ReadIn this article: Tony Cardenas,
John Chiang,
Jose Huizar,
Los Angeles Unified School District,
Nury Martinez,
Gloria Molina,
Curren Price,
Richard Riordan,
Richard A. Valdez,
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San Gabriel Valley Tribune - May 17, 8:49 pm
Bringing together district attorneys and law enforcement officials from throughout the state, Attorney General Kamala Harris convened a working group Friday to develop a strategy on how to better enforce gun laws, particularly for those prohibited ...
»ReadIn this article: Mike Feuer,
Kamala Harris,
Jackie Lacey,
Michael A. Ramos
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 8:37 pm
Mailer to Latino voters urges support for Wendy Greuel because she 'will raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour,' but Greuel does not back that minimum pay level for all workers.The most powerful labor organization in Los Angeles refused Friday to ...
»ReadIn this article: Richard Alarcon,
Maria Elena Durazo,
Eric Garcetti,
Wendy Greuel,
minimum wage,
Laura Nelson,
Antonio Villaraigosa,
Herb Wesson
New York Times - May 17, 8:17 pm
After the Obama administration proposed moving the international food aid program out of the Agriculture Department, the Congressional Agriculture Committees took lesser actions.
»ReadIn this article: Karen Bass,
Ed Royce
San Jose Mercury News - May 17, 8:11 pm
As the Powerball jackpot soared to a record $600 million on Friday -- and likely to rocket even higher before Saturday's drawing -- thousands of Bay Area hopefuls streamed into liquor stores, gas stations and other venues to buy into the game on the ...
»ReadIn this article: Steve Johnson,
Alex Traverso
San Bernardino Sun - May 17, 8:09 pm
Eloise Gomez Reyes' campaign is taking shape in the crowded race for the 31st Congressional District seat in 2014. Emily's List, the powerful political organization supporting pro-choice, female Democrats, officially added Gomez Reyes to ...
»ReadIn this article: Pete Aguilar,
Joe Baca,
Robert Dutton,
Kamala Harris,
Gary G. Miller,
Gloria Negrete McLeod,
Danny Tillman
Inland Daily Bulletin - May 17, 7:42 pm
ONTARIO -- Attorneys representing several cities and San Bernardino County opposed to a plan to modernize Los Angeles International Airport say they are in the process of filing a lawsuit against the agency that oversees LAX.
»ReadIn this article: Jack Robinson,
technical education
San Diego Union-Tribune - May 17, 7:37 pm
Democratic lawmakers who control the state Capitol were already eager to spend more money than was proposed in Gov. Jerry Brown’s budget, which would grow by 5.5 percent.
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Noreen Evans,
Legislature,
state budget,
Darrell Steinberg,
Mac Taylor
Ventura County Star - May 17, 7:33 pm
The priorities of California's business development office match the small businesses of Ventura County, according to its director.
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Kish RajanBills: AB 1687,
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 7:27 pm
Legislature's advisor sees $3 billion more in revenue, which could hamper the governor's bid to curb spending.SACRAMENTO — California's financial picture is much brighter than Gov. Jerry Brown suggested in his latest spending plan, according ...
»ReadIn this article: Robert Blumenfield,
Jerry Brown,
Kevin Gordon,
Legislature,
Chris Megerian,
George Skelton,
state budget,
Mac Taylor,
Anthony York
San Bernardino Sun - May 17, 7:24 pm
Related stories: 'Sexting' allegations made against five students | 'Sexting" can lead to serious legal impact for juveniles Opinion: Send kids the message that 'sexting' is a crime RANCHO CUCAMONGA -- Sheriff's deputies arrested ...
»ReadIn this article: Kamala Harris,
Brian Joseph
KCBS - May 17, 7:21 pm
As the mayoral race draws near, both campaigns are heavily courting the Latino voter with Spanish-speaking TV ads.
»ReadIn this article: Eric Garcetti,
Wendy Greuel,
Rick Jacobs,
Antonio Villaraigosa
Inland Daily Bulletin - May 17, 7:01 pm
Clutching a rectangular plastic pouch, Erica Fontenot giddily chatted with a stranger about her dream wedding while she waited in line at Alcon Liquor Jr. Market in Canoga Park. | Photos: Millions at stake as Powerball lottery passes $550 million
»ReadIn this article: California Lottery,
technical education
Press Enterprise/Politics blog - May 17, 6:59 pm
The former Moreno Valley school board member still faces trial on other charges stemming from a 2012 shooting incident in front of his home
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San Gabriel Valley Tribune - May 17, 6:54 pm
Los Angeles County's unemployment rate sank below 10 percent for the first time in 52 months during April as the economy continued adding jobs, the state said Friday. Related story: Inland Empire's unemployment rate falls to 9.6 percent, 900 jobs ...
»ReadIn this article: Kamala Harris,
Stephen Levy,
water
New York Times - May 17, 6:53 pm
Maria Elena Durazo, the head of a federation of unions in Los Angeles, has been pushing for safeguards for workers, including those who are undocumented, and an overhaul of immigration policy.
»ReadIn this article: Peter Dreier,
Maria Elena Durazo,
Wendy Greuel,
minimum wage
Fresno Bee - May 17, 6:43 pm
Two Valley Assembly members and hospital administrators on Friday urged Gov. Jerry Brown and the Legislature to spare cuts to hospitals statewide for services to low-income nursing home patients. Read comments
»ReadIn this article: Jerry Brown,
Legislature,
Jim PattersonBills: AB 900,
SB 640,
Los Angeles Times/California - May 17, 6:39 pm
Lawmakers and candidates are increasingly feeling they can accomplish more at the state level than in Washington, where many would be serving in the minority.WASHINGTON — Early this year, Leticia Perez and her husband flew here for a whirlwind ...
»ReadIn this article: Howard L. Berman,
Jerry Brown,
Julia Brownley,
Kevin De Leon,
Family Leave,
Liz Figueroa,
Get REAL,
Legislature,
Leticia Perez,
Jackie Speier,
Darrell Steinberg,
Robert Stutzman,
Henry A. Waxman
Inland Daily Bulletin - May 17, 6:38 pm
Walmart can be sued for being negligent in hiring contractors that employ workers at their distribution centers, according to a federal ruling this week.
»ReadIn this article: Jack Robinson,
technical education
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