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NEWS: California’s cap-and-trade program faces daunting hurdles to avoid collapse
California's carbon trading program now faces numerous challenges that raise questions about the system's long-term viability, reports the Los Angeles …
NEWS: CA Controller’s May Cash Report shows lower-than-expected revenues
Recently released data from State Controller Betty Yee on May revenue showed a $154.3 million shortfall because of higher than anticipated corporate …
NEWS: SEIU Local 1000 rallies at California Capitol for 22 percent raise
The influential government employee union, SEIU Local 1000, recently held a festive rally at the State Capitol urging a 22 percent raise, reports the …
OPINION: $6.2 Billion in New Borrowing on June 7th Primary Ballot
Although many voters are focused on the presidential election, there are also numerous local tax and bond proposals throughout California that deserve …
NEWS: Richmond, CA Fire Chief Makes $560K; Avg. Income $26K
Although the Bay Area city of Richmond suffers from high rates of poverty and joblessness, data recently revealed by Transparent California …
OPINION: Fight for pension reform in San Diego
San Diego voters overwhelmingly approved a pension reform plan with 66 percent of the vote, but repeated attacks on the plan by government employee …
NEWS: Demand plummets for California pollution credits
A sharp reduction in demand for carbon credits has resulted in a $600 million revenue shortfall, reports the Fresno Bee. Carbon auctions are part of …
NEWS: Chicago Attempts Yet Another Tax Increase to Rescue Pensions
Chicago is preparing to impose a new phone tax to shore up its pension system, writes Americans for Tax Reform. Chicago already has the nation's …
NEWS: Covered California Premiums Could Increase 8% Next Year
The termination of two Federal programs will cause an increase in rates for California's Obamacare exchange, Covered California, reports Health …