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Everything cities need to know about the heated last days of session
September 2, 2026 4:13 PM
The legislative session came to a rather explosive end on Tuesday afternoon. -
Cal Cities is accepting proposals for the 2027 Public Works Officers Institute
September 2, 2026 2:41 PM
Cal Cities is accepting forward-thinking session proposals for the Public Works Officers Institute. -
Future of proposed mail-in-ballot changes remains unclear
September 2, 2026 2:38 PM
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court weighed in on proposed changes to mail-in ballots that could have major … -
November bond measure could provide billions in funding for affordable housing and veterans housing
September 2, 2026 2:32 PM
This November, California voters will have 14 statewide ballot measures to consider, including Proposition … -
North Bay city officials lobby lawmakers on wildfire liability, pensions, and more
September 2, 2026 2:30 PM
Cities from Cal Cities’ North Bay Division made their voices heard in Sacramento amid last week’s … -
Lawmakers send AB 1383 to the Governor's desk
September 2, 2026 2:23 PM
Lawmakers in both houses passed AB 1383 (McKinnor) by overwhelming majorities in the evening hours of … -
California Supreme Court clarifies review standard for eminent domain acquisition of private utilities
August 26, 2026 3:05 PM
The California Supreme Court this week issued a ruling in a long-running eminent domain dispute involving … -
Zone Zero regulations approved for final comment and approval
August 26, 2026 2:21 PM
The Board of Forestry on Aug. 19 approved new Zone Zero regulations, landscaping rules for the first … -
Former NASA astronaut and San Joaquin Valley native will have you reaching for the stars at the 2026 annual conference
August 26, 2026 2:18 PM
Former NASA astronaut José Hernández will recount his journey from California’s San Joaquin Valley to … -
Five things city leaders need to know about the final five days of session
August 26, 2026 2:13 PM
The session ends in five days, Aug. 31 at midnight on the dot, leaving little room for error. -
Help others build for success at the 2027 Planning Commissioners Academy
August 26, 2026 1:59 PM
Cal Cities is seeking session proposals for the Planning Commissioners Academy, taking place March … -
‘I don’t trust it, and I won’t support it.’ Opposition mounts to Newsom-backed bailout for private electric utilities
August 19, 2026 3:53 PM
Over 130 cities, counties, and local leaders have signed a Cal Cities letter urging lawmakers to reject … -
Bill Talk: Which city bills survived the annual fiscal culling?
August 19, 2026 3:32 PM
Last week, the appropriations committees in both houses met for their twice-yearly bill buzzsaw. -
Take your local advocacy to the national level with an NLC leadership position
August 19, 2026 2:27 PM
The National League of Cities (NLC) is accepting applications for leadership positions on its board of … -
East Bay officials lobby lawmakers in Sacramento
August 19, 2026 2:16 PM
The Cal Cities East Bay Division Board of Directors traveled to Sacramento last Wednesday to advocate … -
Robotaxi bill strengthens emergency responses, empowers cities
August 19, 2026 2:12 PM
A bill that establishes statewide emergency response standards for autonomous vehicle (AV) remote operators … -
Closed-door bailout for private utilities would leave cities and wildfire survivors footing the bill
August 12, 2026 5:00 PM
Gov. Gavin Newsom is putting his might behind a last-minute bailout for private utility giants that cause … -
Cities' ability to mitigate wildfire risk with goat grazing at risk
August 12, 2026 4:46 PM
Cal Cities and others are warning state leaders that a change to state law could force goat grazing companies … -
Bill Talk: Everyone is in suspense
August 12, 2026 3:58 PM
There are just three more weeks of session and one more week of Bill Talk left for the year. -
Hear from high-flying, forward-thinking keynote speakers Stephanie Chung and Greg Lindsay at the 2026 annual conference!
August 12, 2026 1:29 PM
Aviation industry executive leader Stephanie Chung and futurist Greg Lindsay will share powerful stories …