By Dan Walters, CalMatters World War II was the most massive military conflict in recorded history and one that redefined effective military strategy, moving away from the static set-piece battles of ...
By Dan Walters, CalMatters The first quarter of the 21st century has been, in a sense, a test of whether California — a state enormously blessed but enormously troubled — can be effectively governed. ...
Video By Lisa Mott This visit occurred more than a year after the dam removal, suggesting these aren’t temporary construction impacts but longer-term consequences of the project. A conversation ...
After 233 years of circulation, the United States Mint has officially announced the discontinuation of the one-cent coin, commonly known as the penny, marking the end of an era for the nation’s smalle...
By Dan Walters, CalMatters Gov. Gavin Newsom’s revised state budget assumes California will see a sharp decline in projected revenue, largely because President Donald Trump’s tariffs will slow the nat...
Commentary by Crystal Emsoff I attended a community meeting on wolves last night presented by California Department of Fish and Wildlife. It was the most frustrating, discouraging meeting I think I ha...
Several weeks ago, on the morning news I was watching, a policy change at the Social Security Administration was mentioned, saying that retirees who wanted to make changes to their s...
Mi Casa, Mi Vida – My house, My life Disclaimer: Lenita Ramos is a licensed Real Estate Broker, not a licensed financial advisor. The information shared here is based on her experience and knowl...
On April 22, 2025, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Health Secretary, made headlines by addressing sugar and synthetic food dyes during a press conference. This article examines his claims that sugar is &#...
Building credit isn’t just a financial goal—it’s a personal milestone that can open doors to new opportunities. For many, understanding and improving credit is the first step toward securing a stable,...