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Governor Newsom Releases California Blueprint to Take on the State’s Greatest Existential Threats and Build on Historic Progress
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today unveiled his 2022-23 state budget proposal – the California Blueprint, a bold plan building on the state’s ongoing work to confront California’s greatest existential threats, bolster our strong economic growth and make historic...

Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Prevent Price Gouging on At-Home COVID Tests
information in Spanish at the end of the English version SACRAMENTO – As part of the state’s ongoing efforts to protect Californians amid the national surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order establishing...

Governor Newsom Issues Emergency Proclamation to Support Recovery from Winter Storms
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation adding Trinity County to the state of emergency proclaimed last week to assist several counties across the state impacted by recent winter storms. To support the ongoing response and recovery efforts in the...

Cal OES State Operation Center (SOC) Winter Covid Surge Response Update 2022
We went to the source to give you an update on what the State Operations Center (SOC) is doing in response to the dramatic increase in positive Covid-19 infection rates. Mike Massone is the Cal OES assistant director of response, north, and he gives us the lowdown on...

Ready for Anything: Generator and Propane Safety Tips
Cal OES urges Californians to be prepared before, during, and after a storm, there are a few key things to consider to keep your family and your home as safe as possible. As the season for severe winter weather sweeps across the country, make sure your family and your...