by Rikki Almanza | Jun 29, 2026
California voters will decide this November whether to approve an $11.25 billion housing bond designed to expand affordable housing, preserve existing homes, and increase homeownership opportunities across the state, including additional support for Veterans. Governor...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 23, 2026
California residents have a limited-time chance to visit more than 30 state historic parks and museums for free under a special pass announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The state is making a special edition California State Parks Historian Passport available in honor of...
by Rikki Almanza | Dec 30, 2025
California officials announced a new round of state-funded housing awards under Proposition 1 to support people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including Veterans. The funding will support 267 new affordable permanent supportive housing units across five...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 1, 2025
In a long-awaited win for California’s military community, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the 2025–26 state budget, which includes a new income tax exemption for retired Service Members and their surviving spouses. For the first time, Veterans receiving military...
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 13, 2024
In recognition of Veterans Day, Governor Gavin Newsom announced investments in mental health services for Veterans, along with expanded supports tailored for Native American Veterans. This includes over $33 million in grants through the California Veterans Health...