April 13, 2012 By Brian Calle One might assume policy makers would first assess the value, usage and efficiency of existing public transportation before endeavoring on a new multi-billion dollar, taxpayer funded transportation boondoggle like high-speed rail. For instance, LA's public trans...

April 13, 2012 By Katy Grimes California employers have been regulated and mandated to the point of ridiculousness -- and unprofitability. But a California Supreme Court decision this week finally gives employers a break—while still giving employees a break. Resolving the increasing unce...

April 13, 2012 By Wayne Lusvardi An opinion poll might tell you if a majority of the public wants higher taxes.  But it cannot tell you if higher taxes are needed.  Nevertheless, the mainstream media only want to report what opinion polls say people want, while ignore if the tax is needed at...

Steven Greenhut: A new poll shows that Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher has surged in his race to become San Diego's next mayor after he dropped his Republican affiliation and became an independent, which just shows how little attention San Diego voters are paying to this important race. In reality, Flet...

Steven Greenhut: The California Redevelopment Association has sent a tearful letter to city managers across the state announcing that it is closing its doors for good. Good riddance, although this is a moment worth remembering -- the first time the CRA issued a press release that I enjoyed reading. ...