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Poll: Half Of Californians Optimistic About 2013

Angelenos and residents throughout California are more optimistic about the state’s economic prospects than at any time since the recession in 2007, according to a survey released Thursday.

2013/01/31

Brown Promotes Optimistic Vision Of Calif. In State Of The State Address

Cheering a California rebound, Gov. Jerry Brown says voter-approved tax increases have put the state on sound financial footing but warns lawmakers that they must be tight-fisted with the government purse strings.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2013/01/24

Brown Declares Calif. Prison Overcrowding Emergency Over

Gov. Jerry Brown says the state’s long-running prison crisis is over.

2013/01/08

Hollywood Managers: Calif. Talent Agencies Act Unconstitutional

A prominent association of Hollywood personal managers has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of longtime licensing requirements for those who represent film, television and other performing artists.

2012/11/13

‘The Cookie Jar Is Empty’: Brown Urges Voters To Pass Tax Hike

With less than two weeks before California voters head to the polls, Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday sought to bolster support for his sales and tax increase proposals.

2012/10/26

Brown Order May Take ‘Couple Of Days’ Before Gas Prices Fall

Gov. Jerry Brown on Monday said an effort to drive down the cost of gasoline could take some time before drivers feel any relief.

2012/10/08

Lawsuit Filed Over Gay Teen Therapy Law

A Christian legal group has filed a lawsuit to overturn a first-of-its-kind California law that prohibits licensed mental health professionals from practicing therapies aimed at making gay and lesbian teenagers straight.

CBS Los Angeles–2012/10/02

Calif. Will Ban Gay Teen ‘Conversion’ Therapy

California will become the first state to ban a controversial form of psychotherapy aimed at making gay teenagers straight.

CBS Los Angeles–2012/09/30

Gov. Brown Signs Bill Giving Juveniles Second Chance

Gov. Jerry Brown on Sunday announced signing a bill that could one day bring the release of some criminals who were sentenced as juveniles to life in prison.

CBS Los Angeles–2012/09/30

Google’s ‘Driverless’ Cars Are Now Legal On Calif. Roads

Google’s self-driving cars will soon be seen on California roads. Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill Tuesday, officially making Google’s cars legal to drive on the street.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/09/25

Gov. Jerry Brown Signs Bill Allowing Sale Of Home-Cooked Food

A new law will lift restrictions on the sale of home-cooked treats and impose sanitation and labeling requirements on the burgeoning cottage food trend.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/09/21

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CSU Trustees Weigh More Tuition Hikes Ahead Of Prop. 30 Vote

CSU officials are considering possible tuition increases and a reduction in graduation requirements for undergraduates ahead of the November ballot.

KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO–2012/09/18

Brown Signs ‘Biggest Reform Ever’ For Calif. Pensions Into Law

California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law on Wednesday sweeping pension reforms that he defended as benefiting both workers and taxpayers.

2012/09/12

California Lawmakers Extend Hollywood Tax Credit

Lawmakers are sending Gov. Jerry Brown legislation that would extend a Hollywood tax break for two years in an effort to keep film and TV production in the state.

CBS Los Angeles–2012/09/01