BIZARRE: 25 | Mind Blowing Facts

Right-Wing Think Tank Pushes States to Ban Guaranteed Income Programs

Despite widespread support for cash grants, a dark money-funded policy group is influencing GOP lawmakers to prohibit them.

Capital & Main · Sep 5, 2024

Bernie Sanders: Kamala Harris Can Beat Trump on the Economy

The longtime senator tells Capital & Main that backing Medicare expansion, higher taxes on the wealthy and a hike in the minimum wage is a winning agenda.

Capital & Main · Sep 4, 2024

How L.A.’s Illegal Short-Term Rentals Hide in Plain Sight on Booking Sites

Los Angeles officials are struggling to crack down on illegal rentals during a housing crisis. Here’s how to make sure you’re a responsible vacationer.

Capital & Main · Sep 3, 2024

California Lawmakers Set to Vote on First-in-Nation Tenant Protections for Small Businesses 

Legislation would give small commercial tenants clearer contracts, translation rights and more notice before lease changes.

Capital & Main · Aug 27, 2024

As Seen on TV: Big Oil’s Dystopian View of California’s Climate Agenda

A $5 million prime-time ad campaign is aimed at climate policies the industry claims make life miserable for Californians.

Capital & Main · Aug 27, 2024

A Landmark Federal Ruling Against Union-Busting Has Boosted Organizing

Union elections are up in the year since the labor board created new penalties for law-breaking employers. But an appeal could reverse the decision.

Capital & Main · Aug 26, 2024

As California Officials Seek More Control Over Private Equity Takeovers of Hospitals and Clinics, the Industry Fights Back

Amendments weaken a bill to give the state attorney general more power to stop takeovers that raise costs and cut care.

Capital & Main · Aug 23, 2024

A Picture of Health in Los Angeles’ Boyle Heights

Painting a mural charting the native origins of chocolate teaches teens how excess sugar and food additives drive health problems in their community.

Capital & Main · Aug 22, 2024

California Legislators Say New Laws Must Protect Farmworkers From Extreme Heat

In response to a Capital & Main investigation, lawmakers say more enforcement and worker education is needed.

Capital & Main · Aug 21, 2024

In This Tiny New Mexico Town, the Air Quality Is Worse Than in Downtown L.A.

The data is clear: The village of Loving in the Permian Basin has been hit hard by waves of pollutants from Big Oil, yet the EPA hasn't acted to force a cleanup.

Capital & Main · Aug 20, 2024