Category: Statewide

Opinion: Trump’s Inaugural Address Makes Lofty Promises; Raises Lingering Questions for Black Californians

President Donald Trump’s second inaugural address outlined his vision for a “golden age” in America. Delivered on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the speech acknowledged Black voters for their record turnout and pledged to honor King’s dream. While Trump’s words struck a hopeful tone, promising national unity, prosperity, and restoration, his lack of specifics on systemic inequities — particularly those impacting Black Californians –raises concerns about the direction of his administration’s policies.

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California Expands Mental Health Resources for Youth with New Digital Tools

California is taking bold steps to address the rising mental health challenges facing its youth. In a recent briefing, experts gathered to discuss the state’s $4 billion Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative, which aims to provide accessible, comprehensive mental health support to young people across the state. Autumn Boylan, Deputy Director at the California Department of Health Care Services, highlighted the initiative’s focus on increasing equity and access to care, particularly for underserved communities.

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Governor Newsom Unveils California Jobs First Economic Blueprint to Drive Regional Job Growth

Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the California Jobs First Economic Blueprint yesterday, introducing a plan to create good-paying jobs and boost regional economic growth by leveraging local strengths. Joined by community leaders, officials, and business owners from the Central San Joaquin region, Newsom presented this bottom-up strategy, which focuses on empowering each of the state’s economic regions to drive development through ten key industry sectors.

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We Will Defend Our Constitution: Gov. Newsom, Other Calif. Leaders, Respond to Trump’s Win

Early on Nov. 6 — shortly after 2 a.m. ET in Palm Beach, Fla.– President-elect Donald J. Trump declared victory in the 2024 General Election. He thanked supporters and pledged to “fix” the United States with the support of “the biggest, the broadest, the most unified coalition” the country has ever seen.

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