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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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With the passing of new legislation from Governor Gavin Newsom, the banana slug, black abalone and Dungeness crab are official symbols of California. Graphic created by Jessica Miller on Oct. 29.

Meet the new California state slug, seashell and crustacean

Jessica Miller, News Editor // November 4, 2024

If you didn’t know, states can make official slugs, seashells and crustaceans. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation to ensure California has made the list. Last month, Newsom signed three...

Illustration of Gov. Gavin Newson signing a bill. Graphic made by Nadia Hill on Oct 9.

Governor Gavin Newsom signs new legislation to support individuals with disabilities

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter // November 2, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of ten bills on Sept. 28 to improve accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities. The package included five State Senate bills and five...

Illustration of Gov. Gavin Newson signing a bill. Graphic made by Nadia Hill on Oct 9.

Governor Gavin Newsom signs bills addressing homelessness

Beatrice Williams and Jessica Miller // October 25, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new housing program through Proposition 1 and signed 32 pieces of legislation aimed at addressing homelessness on Sept. 19.  “California is taking action...

Illustration of Gov. Gavin Newson signing a bill. Graphic made by Nadia Hill on Oct 9.

Governor Newsom signs new bipartisan legislation supporting domestic violence victims

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter // October 17, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed eight bipartisan bills aiming to support victims of domestic violence on Sept. 27. “I am proud to sign these laws to help victims escape their abusers and provide...

Illustration of Gov. Gavin Newson signing a bill by Nadia Hill on Oct. 10.

Governor Newsom signs new legislation to expand IVF access

Beatrice Williams, News Reporter // October 11, 2024

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 729 on Sept. 29. This bill will require large healthcare service plan contracts and disability insurance policies to provide coverage for in vitro fertilization...

Karla Camacho was lobbying the morning after winning her award. Back to Basics is a student mental health and student housing insecurity campaign that Camacho has lobbied for in the past. Photo credit: Photo courtesy of Karla Camacho

Chico State activist wins Student Advocate of the Year

Grayson Boyer // March 30, 2018

Chico State student Karla Camacho recently won the California State Student Association (CSSA) award for Student Advocate of the Year for her lobbying efforts in support of students who are part of the...

Chico State students, faculty speak out on gun control issue

Nicte Hernandez // March 28, 2018

Kayla Tarrant Q: What is your opinion on stricter gun regulations? A: I believe we definitely need stricter gun regulations like extensive background checks, domestic violence history, drug or...

Hawaii senator Brian Schatz has introduced the new bill aiming to decrease student debt. Photo courtesy of Mike Inacay.

New bill promises no more student loans

Tisha Cheney // March 26, 2018

A recently announced major bill, the Debt-Free College Act of 2018, aims to reduce student debt. According to Michael Inacay, Communications Director for Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii, the legislation...

The California minimum wage will have increased nearly $12 from 1979 to 2022. Photo credit: Michelle Zhu

Chico community reacts to minimum wage increase

Michelle Zhu // April 15, 2016
An increase in pay affects more than just the earners.

How a pile of bills makes a law

April 15, 2014
From petition to proposition — if a measure is to make it to the ballot, it needs guys like Dale Parks on its side. Parks, a paid signature gatherer, provides an insider look into the world of paid petition gathering that supports most legislation.
State Assembly approves end-of-term legislation

State Assembly approves end-of-term legislation

Nicholas Carr // September 18, 2013
A breakdown of legislature on Gov. Jerry Brown's desk.
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