Anabel Sosa

The richest Californians are worried a controversial proposal to levy a one-time tax on their wealth might actually take more of their net worth than intended. The text of the proposed ballot measure calls for a one-time 5% wealth tax on an estimated 200 ... See more

FILE: A surfer catches a wave in front of the Hondo offshore oil platform at Refugio State Beach on Nov. 12, 2025, in Santa Barbara County.The Trump administration’s efforts to bring back oil and gas drilling were denied by a California federal judge this... See more

FILE: Deer mice in a nesting box.It’s been nearly a year since three people died in Mammoth Lakes due to hantavirus, and the popular ski region is still taking precautions seriously.Justin Caporusso, the Mono County public information officer, told SFGATE... See more

FILE: Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School in San Lorenzo, Calif., as he signs an executive order to expand women’s access to capital and wealth-building opportunities on March 18, 2026.Gov. Gavin Newsom just signe... See more

Candidate for governor of California Rep. Eric Swalwel, addresses his crowd of supporters at Local Edition bar in San Francisco during the California Democratic Party 2026 State Convention on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.The Trump administration is pushing the F... See more