THE GREAT SIBTF CON: How One Bogus Study Set Up a Taxpayer Bailout
January 13, 2026 — An explosive investigation by The Jacobi Journal has exposed the RAND Corporation’s 2024 report on California’s...
Soaring Utility Mandates Could Push California Energy Bills Higher in 2026
California households and businesses are bracing for higher utility costs in 2026 as the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) reviews...
California Education Mandates Strain District Budgets Ahead of 2026
California school districts are entering 2026 under mounting financial pressure as unfunded education mandates continue to strain budgets. According to...
Healthcare Premiums Surge in California: Mandated Costs Rise Ahead of 2026
California residents are facing another layer of rising mandated costs as healthcare premiums move higher ahead of 2026, according to...
California Tax Revenue Surge in 2025 Fueled by Tech and AI Boom, Experts Warn It May Not Last
California’s tax revenues are projected to hit record levels in 2025, largely driven by the booming technology and artificial intelligence...
New Analysis Shows California Households Paying More in Taxes Than Ever Before
New research shows California households are paying more in taxes than ever before, with rising costs outpacing wages and inflation. Fiscal experts warn the state’s growing tax burden may be pushing families out and deepening long-term economic risks.