Governor of California — Press

Governor Newsom launches new state investment and philanthropic collaboration to continue supporting families under federal assault

Feb 20, 2026

Governor Newsom transforms San Quentin, opens nation-leading learning center

Feb 20, 2026

Governor Newsom signs legislation authorizing $590 million emergency loan to Bay Area Transit

Feb 20, 2026

Governor Newsom awards $107 million to prevent gun violence and improve community safety across state

Feb 19, 2026

Governor Newsom proclaims A Day of Remembrance: Japanese American Evacuation 2026

Feb 19, 2026

California files lawsuit against Trump for illegally terminating $1.2 billion in energy and infrastructure programs

Feb 18, 2026

Governor Newsom names new California Public Utilities Commission President to launch new phase in effort to protect consumers from escalating utility costs

Feb 18, 2026

Governor, First Partner statement on passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson

Feb 17, 2026

Governor Newsom launches UK climate partnership, welcomes nearly $1 billion Octopus Energy clean tech commitment

Feb 16, 2026

Munich Security Conference: Governor Newsom reinforces climate partnerships as Donald Trump abandons long-standing American allies

Feb 14, 2026

Governor Newsom, German Environment Minister pledge further climate and environment cooperation at Munich Security Conference

Feb 14, 2026

Governor Gavin Newsom, Governor Katie Hobbs, and Governor Joe Lombardo release joint statement on Colorado River deadline

Feb 13, 2026

At Munich Security Conference, Governor Newsom advances climate action and partnerships as Trump abandons America’s allies

Feb 13, 2026

Fighting fraud, saving time, cutting costs: Governor Newsom’s efficiency strategies are improving state government

Feb 13, 2026

California’s historic investments to curb retail theft result in 29,060 arrests $226 million in recovered goods in two years

Feb 13, 2026

Governor Newsom announces permanent closure of AllenCo oil wells, ending years of community harm

Feb 12, 2026

Governor Newsom announces major expansion of mortgage relief program, with a four-fold increase in payments to survivors

Feb 12, 2026

Donald Trump declares the Republican Party the pro-pollution party

Feb 12, 2026

Governor Newsom announces appointments 2.11.26

Feb 12, 2026

Governor Newsom signs legislation delivering $90 million in emergency funding for Planned Parenthood after Trump defunds organization

Feb 11, 2026

Governor Newsom signs legislation 2.10.26

Feb 11, 2026

Governor Newsom signs consumer protection bill cracking down on veteran fraud and abuse, launches tax cut for vets

Feb 10, 2026

Governor Newsom statement on court win to identify federal agents

Feb 10, 2026

What they’re saying: strong support for Governor Newsom’s $200M ZEV program

Feb 9, 2026

Governor Newsom announces funding for LA fire survivors to access pre-built housing to further speed recovery and maintain neighborhood character

Feb 6, 2026

California celebrates 129 new CHP officers ready to protect and serve the Golden State

Feb 6, 2026

Governor’s Office demands Kristi Noem learn to Google before sending stupid letters: California works with ICE to deport criminals

Feb 6, 2026

Governor Newsom announces the commitment of over 160 lenders to extend mortgage relief for LA fire survivors

Feb 5, 2026

Governor Newsom welcomes the world to Super Bowl LX

Feb 5, 2026

Governor Newsom signs Executive Order to assist Imperial County’s recovery following 2025 August Monsoon Storms

Feb 5, 2026

Governor Newsom on Republicans losing challenge to new Congressional maps at U.S. Supreme Court

Feb 4, 2026

Governor Newsom announces major high-speed rail milestone, track installation to begin

Feb 4, 2026

Governor Newsom announces new funding through LA Rises to support youth mental health for LA firestorm survivors

Feb 4, 2026

Delivering results at the border: Governor Newsom announces record $506 million in illicit fentanyl seized since launching counterdrug operations

Feb 3, 2026

Governor Newsom’s statewide Jobs First investments created more than 61,000 jobs, trained more than 142,000 workers in 2025

Feb 3, 2026

Governor Newsom announces judicial appointments 2.2.2026

Feb 3, 2026

California closes in on completing the world’s largest wildlife crossing

Feb 3, 2026

Governor Newsom proposes improving access to menopause health care

Feb 3, 2026

California hosts Super Bowl LX and other upcoming events, setting gold standard for sports and bringing $18 billion+ in economic benefits

Feb 2, 2026

California-Mexico military partnership strengthens with visit to the Golden State

Jan 30, 2026

Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.29.2026

Jan 30, 2026

Governor Newsom declares Fred Korematsu Day 2026

Jan 30, 2026

Governor Newsom, Sacramento State, and Meta advance major redevelopment in downtown Sacramento to create affordable housing for students

Jan 29, 2026

Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.28.2026

Jan 29, 2026

Governor Newsom deploys incident management resources and personnel to Tennessee amid deadly winter storm

Jan 29, 2026

Hot take: The National Rifle Association agrees with Governor Newsom

Jan 27, 2026

Governor Newsom and Attorney General Bonta to law enforcement: Local and state police have authority to investigate crimes committed by federal agents

Jan 27, 2026

Weak Trump retreats from Paris Agreement as California leads climate action on the global stage

Jan 27, 2026

In the four years since Governor Newsom’s new hospice provider ban took effect, California has revoked more than 280 licenses

Jan 27, 2026

California tops $1.2 billion in illegal cannabis seizures, up 18x since 2022

Jan 27, 2026