California’s dream of a green hydrogen future could backfire
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s push to ramp up the renewable fuel carries risks: increased emissions and pollution. By Aaron Cantú, Capital & Main This story is…
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Upcoming vote reflects rise in undergraduate labor organizing
The organizing effort at the private liberal arts campus is part of a broader “societal shift” in favor of labor unions. By Bobbi Murray, Capital…
Pushing in Sacramento: the state often leads change, but not for single-payer health care
Supporters say trying yearly, even if unsuccessful, is vital to keep leaders from ducking the issue. By Mark Kreidler, Capital & Main This story is…
Critical audit of California’s efforts to reduce homelessness has silver linings
Despite transparency concerns, the state auditor’s report says two programs focusing on housing and preventing homelessness are cost-effective. By Mark Kreidler, Capital & Main This…
Dispelling the stereotypes about California’s low-wage workers
Contrary to common beliefs, many Californians in low-wage jobs are in the later stages of their work lives. They also play a crucial role in…
Economist Michael Reich on why California fast-food wages can rise without job losses and higher prices
A tight labor market and local minimum wages that are already close to the new $20 minimum are among the reasons. By Larry Buhl, Capital…
Nurses union says state watchdog does not adequately investigate staffing crisis
The California Department of Public Health says the agency is enforcing state requirements, despite deep budget cuts. By Mark Kreidler, Capital & Main This story…
Wood pellet mills in California: A blessing or a boondoggle?
Supporters say harvesting trees would thin out the state’s overgrown forests; critics say the wood pellets for heating produce more carbon than coal. By John…
Why it is time for Newsom and the Legislature to get serious about mental health in California
It is one of the state’s greatest health needs, companies fail to live up to their policies, and the state does not invest what is…
Why has the white working class embraced Trump?
By Kelly Candaele,, Capital & Main This story is produced by the award-winning journalism nonprofit Capital & Main and co-published here with permission. What do…
Labor scores a victory at Sac State and other CSU campuses
Rejecting years of unequal treatment, 20,000 low-paid California State University student assistants and workers vote to organize. By Mark Kreidler, Capital & Main This story…
California plans to eliminate a healthful-food program that has served both farmers and low-income residents
The state has matched fruit and vegetable purchases at farmers markets for low-income residents for seven years. That may soon end. By George B. Sánchez-Tello,…
More than half of Californians skip or delay medical care due to cost
For many, premiums and deductibles now take three times more out of one’s budget than 20 years ago, UC Berkeley study shows. By Mark Kreidler,…
In California’s housing crisis, a senior fights to keep his place in the world
Facing eviction after 30 years, Mike Balog says moving out would mean losing his community, part of his identity and having nowhere else to go….
A dead cellphone, $27 in cash and nowhere to turn
Migrants released by ICE after dark often must rely on the kindness of strangers and sheer luck or risk spending long nights on the street….
For Young Californians, more health insurance does not mean better health care
In coverage for key areas including immunizations, mental health and well-child visits, insurers fail to deliver for those 26 and younger. By Mark Kreidler, Capital…
How will Kaiser Permanente make up for its shortage of therapists?
A therapist is “guardedly optimistic” the health care giant is taking the shortage seriously, and the union says Kaiser may now realize it must invest…