The Sierra Sun Times

1 month ago | goldrushcam.com | Jesse Coburn

ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Reporting Highlights Cases Closed: At least 115 fair housing cases have been halted or closed, according to HUD officials, some of whom fear race-based cases could be the next category abandoned. Resources Slashed: HUD’s Fair Housing Office is set to lose a third of its staff, and it’s now nearly impossible to spend money on investigations.

1 month ago | goldrushcam.com | Natalie Alms

May 16, 2025 - Washington, D.C. — According to new reporting by NextGov, after the Social Security Administration (SSA) installed new anti-fraud checks for claims made over the phone, the agency has only found two cases of potential fraud, out of over 110,000 new cases. As a result, SSA is now considering walking back the new anti-fraud rules.

1 month ago | goldrushcam.com | Paul Brennan

What you need to know: Governor Newsom’s proposed budget includes proposals to streamline permitting and accelerate development  —- clearing the path for more housing and economic opportunity. May 15, 2025 - SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom is announcing a new legislative proposal as part of the May Budget Revision to remove regulatory barriers that have stood in the way of the state’s progress.

1 month ago | goldrushcam.com

PG&E Accelerating EV Adoption Among Customers with Limited Financial Resources as EV Access is Key to Meeting California's Climate Goals and Can Help Lower Electric Prices

2 months ago | goldrushcam.com

U.S. Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to End Trump Tariffs on Canadian Imports - Amy Klobuchar: “Today, The Senate Sent A Clear Message To The President: You Cannot Abuse Your Powers To Start An Unjustified Trade War With One Of Our Strongest Allies”