October 20, 2026 CVV News What you need to know: September revenues came in nearly 15% above forecast, bringing in $2.9 billion more revenue, as nine new California unicorn startups reach billion-dollar valuations. SACRAMENTO — Forget fairy tales — California’s economic story is very real. Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that in September, California’s revenue came in $2.9 billion above forecast — nearly 15% higher than projected. As another sign of innovation and entrepreneurship shaping the state’s economy, nine new California companies...

October 19, 2026 Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Decades of political history, legislative battles and bipartisan relationships came to life in Sacramento on Oct. 9 as some of California’s most influential former lawmakers gathered for the Golden State Legislative Reunion. In addition to former and current legislators, the event, held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in the state capital, also brought together former governors, constitutional officers and other political figures. Hosted by former Republican legislative leader Jim Brulte and former Democratic...

October 12, 2026 Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌ California Secretary of State Shirley Weber says President Donald Trump’s recent change in rhetoric on mail-in voting ahead of the November 2026 midterm elections signals desperation. During an Oct. 10 virtual media briefing attended by about 50 reporters, Weber provided information about the November general election and responded to Trump’s recent call for voters to “vote early, vote by mail, or vote in person.” “Sounds kind of desperate,” she said. “They don’t really...

October 7, 2026 CVV News More than 100 years ago, Allensworth was founded as a bold vision of freedom, opportunity, and self-determination. Gold Runner invites you to honor that vision at the Allensworth Rededication on Saturday, October 10 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. In partnership, Gold Runner has scheduled a special stop at the park for multiple trains, bookable at exclusive half-price "Allensworth fares." Gold Runner will offer special-priced train tickets to the event from stations across its corridor, which connects...