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flag Governor Newsom cuts $100 million for California’s local news initiative, sparking concern over journalism's future.

flag Governor Gavin Newsom has eliminated funding for California’s landmark $100 million initiative aimed at supporting local news outlets, reversing a key commitment to preserve journalism in the state. flag The move, part of his revised 2026-27 budget, removes the entire allocation for the Local News Initiative, which was designed to help sustain struggling newspapers and community media. flag The decision has sparked concern among journalists, civic leaders, and advocates who warn it threatens the future of local reporting and public accountability.

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