California State Government

Cal Warns Businesses, Landlords Using Felonies and COVID to Discriminate

Edward Henderson, California BlackOctober 28, 2021

The California state government has been reminding businesses across the state that it is illegal to discriminate against job applicants because of they have committed felonies or misdemeanors in the past. Authorities in Sacramento have also taken steps to make sure businesses do not use COVID-related restrictions to deny entry to customers they do not want based on race or other factors.

Political

Breaking Down the 2020 Agenda Lead by the California Legislative Black Caucus

Betti Halsell Contributing WriterJune 11, 2020

The California Legislative Black Caucus has a mission to “address legislative concerns of African Americans and other citizens of color.” The CLBC has released their 2020 Legislative Agenda and there are two noted categories: Priority and Supported Bills. They cover economics, education, and social justice. Here is a summary of measurements proposed this year.