Misinformation continues to spread about the novel coronavirus and the disease it causes, COVID-19. Bogus claims focus on its origin along with phony cures. Pundits and politicians, meanwhile, have either downplayed the risk of the virus or exaggerated the Trump administration’s budget cuts and lack of preparedness.
During his first year as governor, Gavin Newsom took bold action on many fronts. But PolitiFact California found he’s still far from reaching his ambitious campaign promises to build millions of new housing units, solve homelessness and create a single-payer health care plan.
As Californians decide how to vote in the March 3 primary, they’re subject to many false and misleading claims. PolitiFact California knocks down these falsehoods in our guide to election misinformation.
SB 50, one the most debated California housing bills in years, resurfaced this month and so did some exaggerated claims about how it would affect the state’s affordable housing crisis. PolitiFact California examined those arguments to separate fact from fiction about this controversial bill.
Newsom’s budget and legislative steps represent continued progress on his campaign pledge to address homelessness statewide. PolitiFact California continues to rate his promise ‘In the Works’ on our Newsom-Meter.
We're starting a new project called ‘Ask PolitiFact California,’ where we're asking for your questions about politics and government in the Golden State.
Why does it cost so much to build a home in California? It’s more than just the land, labor and materials. PolitiFact California found the lengthy development process itself, complete with delays, strict environmental reviews and expensive impact fees, can add tens of thousands of dollars to the cost of new homes and apartments in the state.
A San Francisco man is running for California governor in 2022 to protest Facebook’s decision to allow false ads by political candidates. He plans to run his own fake ads, but Facebook says it will penalize him. PolitiFact California spoke with the candidate about his campaign plans.
Sacramento leaders are optimistic that the city’s newly-awarded MLS franchise and stadium will be an economic engine for the region. But several economists cautioned that stadium projects can have the effect of concentrating spending in one part of a city, rather than generating new revenue.
Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs claimed his Central Valley city "has seen the second highest rent increases in the nation." PolitiFact California examined what’s driving these soaring rents and the challenge researchers have in finding complete, up-to-date and reliable rental data.
During his run for California governor, Gavin Newsom vowed to expand homeless services, one of a dozen promises PolitiFact California is tracking on our Newsom-Meter. We examined the progress he’s made so far.
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris has claimed she took on Big Oil during her time as California’s attorney general. PolitiFact California examined her record and spoke with environmental experts about how far she went.