Federal Assistance Now Available: SBA Offering Low Interest Disaster Loans for TCU September Lightning Complex Fire
Federal assistance is now available for survivors of the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire. Low interest disaster loans are now available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the...
Trump’s shutdown leaves California disaster readiness in jeopardy
SACRAMENTO — With the federal government shut down by Trump and Republicans, Governor Gavin Newsom today highlighted one impact that could threaten the safety of communities across the state: disaster preparedness, response and recovery. As of this...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Building a Cyber Secure California
Data breaches, malware, phishing, and social engineering are not just words, but examples of cyber threats that could compromise vital services fundamental to our daily lives. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), along...
National Preparedness Month Wrap-up
Governor Gavin Newsom has proclaimed September as National Preparedness Month. As the month comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the key information Cal OES has shared along the way. It is important for Californians to take protective...
Governor Newsom signs law to provide fire survivors with stronger mortgage relief
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 22, 2025 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: Governor Newsom today signed into law legislation to help homeowners affected by the Los Angeles fires receive mortgage relief....
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties recover from TCU Lightning Complex Fires
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties to assist in recovery from the recent TCU Lightning Complex Fires that burned over 13,000 acres and destroyed or damaged over 100...
California announces funding to create thousands of affordable homes for California families
30 affordable housing projects to create more than 2,000 homes across California FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 22, 2025 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: California is continuing to advance Governor Newsom’s...
California prepares state resources ahead of heavy rain, dry lightning, and increased fire threats
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has predeployed resources throughout the state and is closely monitoring weather conditions that bring the potential for localized heavy rain, dry lightning, and gusty winds that...
Governor Newsom proclaims Preparedness Month
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 2025 as "Preparedness Month." The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATION This year began with some of the most destructive fires...
Statewide Anti-Hate Hotline Receives Nearly 1,200 Reports of Hate in 2024
California vs Hate continues to see demand for support People sought additional assistance in over two-thirds of hate reports SACRAMENTO – The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) today released new statistics demonstrating ongoing demand for...
Proposition 1 continues delivering support for vulnerable homeless populations in California. New mental health services and housing coming to cities throughout California
What you need to know: Governor Newsom’s reforms and strengthening of California’s mental health support systems are well underway, with billions of voter-approved Proposition 1 funding being distributed to...
Se acerca la fecha límite para los préstamos por desastre de la SBA para empresas y organizaciones no lucrativas afectadas por los incendios forestales de Los Ángeles
Las empresas y organizaciones no lucrativas afectadas por los incendios forestales de Los Ángeles podrían ser elegibles para obtener hasta $2 millones en préstamos federales por desastre a bajo interés a través de la Administración de Pequeñas...
Deadline Approaching for SBA Disaster Loans for Businesses and Nonprofits Impacted by LA Wildfires
Businesses and nonprofit organizations affected by the Los Angeles wildfires may be eligible for up to $2 million in low-interest federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The application deadline is October 8,...
College Student Emergency Preparedness
September is National Preparedness Month. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urges all Californians to take steps to keep them and their loved ones safe in the event of an emergency. California college students may...
Stay Safe this September: Outdoor Safety Tips You Can Use
Floods, lightning strikes, fires and poor air quality are not just random words but a series of weather events that Californians have experienced in only the past two weeks. While the cooler temperatures help with fires, and they allow us to enjoy...