Evan V. Symon, California Globe Journalist Profile

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California Lawmakers React to Los Angeles Riots Over ICE Immigration Raids

2 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

Protests turned into riots on Saturday in Los Angeles as the unrest over United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration raids grew, with Californian lawmakers speaking out against the federal response as well as backing the California National Guard moving in to restore order.
Gov. Newsom Responds To Pres. Trump’s Proposed Cut To CA Federal Funding By Suggesting To Withhold Federal Taxes

2 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

Governor Gavin Newsom responded to President Donald Trump’s proposed federal tax cuts to California on Friday by suggesting that the state withhold paying taxes to the federal government. In a statement on X, Newsom explained that California pays more to the federal government than it gets back, arguing that Trump needs California tax money to fund other projects.
Bill to Make Recount Elections More Expensive Awaits First Senate Committee

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

A bill that would make election recounts more expensive, as well extend the the number of days after an election that ballots can still be received, inched closer to their first Senate Committee this week.
State Appeals Court Rules Driving While Holding a Cell Phone For Navigation Purposes is Illegal

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

The Sixth Appellate District of the California Court of Appeals ruled earlier this week that the current state law of prohibiting holding a cell phone or other handheld device while driving is also to include holding them for GPS, map, and navigation purposes. According to People v. Porter, this latest state law addition stems from a simple $158 ticket.
Bill to Increase Spanish-Speaking California Teachers Passes in Assembly

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

A bill to increase the number of Spanish-speaking teachers in the California public school system by expanding the teacher exchange program with Mexico passed the Assembly this week, with the legislation being sent to be heard in the Senate.
Leno’s Law Bill That Removes Smog Check Requirements For Classic Cars Passes Senate

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

A bill that would remove all smog check requirements for cars that are 35 years or older was passed by the Senate this week following several amendments being tacked onto the bill. Senate Bill 712, authored by Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield), would specifically exempt a collector motor vehicle from the smog check requirement if the vehicle is at least 35 model years old.
New Federal Data Reveals California Has Lost Over 36,000 Fast Food Jobs Since $20 Minimum Wage Law

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

New data from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics was released Thursday, revealing a staggering 36,565 fast food jobs have been lost since September 2023 when the $20 per hour minimum wage law, AB 1228, was signed into law.
San Diego City Council Passes Major Parking Increases In 5-2 Vote

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

The San Diego City Council passed sweeping city parking changes this week, with street parking costs expected to go up as a result. According to the new rules okayed by the City Council, the city will institute dynamic pricing, which will allow the city to increase meter rates during high traffic times, like during special events or during San Diego Padres games. Also being added is charging for Sunday parking.
Senate Kills Bill That Would Have Repealed The 65¢ Gas Tax Increase, Low-Carbon Fuel Regs

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

A Senate bill that would have repealed the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) gas tax increase of 65 cents a gallon and end the new LCFS Low-Carbon Fuel regulations that were adopted last year, was killed in the Senate on Wednesday following a forced floor vote. Senate Bill 2, by Senate Leader Brian Jones (R-San Diego), would have voided specified amendments to the Low-Carbon Fuel Standard regulations adopted by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) on November 8, 2024.
$700K High-Speed Rail Study Bill Passes Senate

3 weeks ago | californiaglobe.com | Evan V. Symon

A bill that would commission a study on potential commercial and residential economic development opportunities along the California High Speed Rail (CHSR) corridor between Los Angeles and San Francisco was passed by the Senate on Monday despite significant opposition against it.

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Evan V. Symon

Articles

California Lawmakers React to Los Angeles Riots Over ICE Immigration Raids

Gov. Newsom Responds To Pres. Trump’s Proposed Cut To CA Federal Funding By Suggesting To Withhold Federal Taxes

Bill to Make Recount Elections More Expensive Awaits First Senate Committee

State Appeals Court Rules Driving While Holding a Cell Phone For Navigation Purposes is Illegal

Bill to Increase Spanish-Speaking California Teachers Passes in Assembly

Leno’s Law Bill That Removes Smog Check Requirements For Classic Cars Passes Senate

New Federal Data Reveals California Has Lost Over 36,000 Fast Food Jobs Since $20 Minimum Wage Law

San Diego City Council Passes Major Parking Increases In 5-2 Vote

Senate Kills Bill That Would Have Repealed The 65¢ Gas Tax Increase, Low-Carbon Fuel Regs

$700K High-Speed Rail Study Bill Passes Senate