CalMatters

California has set aside $100 million for trust funds for children from low-income families who lost parents to COVID-19, which they can access when they turn 18.

When California counties take Social Security benefits from foster youth, advocates say it amounts to children paying for their own care.

While state lawmakers show enthusiasm about California's new CARE Court, county officials are worried they don’t have the resources to implement the idea.While state lawmakers show enthusiasm about California's new CARE Court, county officials are worried they don’t have the resources to implement the idea.

In California, a new round of state payments could pass over some with the highest needs — including young adults transitioning out of foster care.

As California dismantles its youth prison system, the governor and unions strike a deal to pay out retention bonuses capping at $50,000.

California wants all 4-year-olds in public schools within the next four years, but will there be enough teachers?

With substitute teachers in California in scarce supply and school officials worried about future staffing, one lawmaker is proposing solutions.

A California bill removes the requirement in community colleges of students to repeat math and English classes they passed in high school.

California is trying to make its cash assistance program more flexible for low-income parents. Advocates say a federal rule is hindering that.