CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation

Should it be legal that the public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix that following a recent CBS News California Investigation.

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California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive

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FAIR Plan secrets: Why California's insurer of last resort is so secretive (and why it could cost you)

There’s a lot we don't know about California's Fair Plan, and now people who don't have the insurance of last resort are on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt. CBS New California Investigates "FAIR ...
CBS News - Mar. 18
California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive

Once thought of as a small, rarely-used backstop, the FAIR Plan is now one of the largest insurers in the state, and people without FAIR Plan insurance are the ones on the hook for the FAIR Plan's ...
CBS News - 5d
New details in investigation into missing Pitt student

We're learning more about the investigation into missing University of Pittsburgh student Sudiksha Konanki, who disappeared while on spring break in the Dominican Republic 11 days ago. CBS News ...
CBS News - Mar. 17
Latest weather forecast as California deals with storms, fears of mudslides

California is dealing with more rain and threats of potential mudslides. CBS News meteorologist Zoe Mintz has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News - Mar. 12
Vance's mother-in-law pushed for DEI at her California university, CBS News finds

The Trump administration has been steadfast in its opposition to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. A CBS News investigation finds that those anti-DEI positions conflict with the work ...
CBS News - Mar. 12
Republican Voters Support Medicaid but Want Work Requirements, Poll Finds

More than 60 percent of all voters — and 47 percent of Democrats — supported a work requirement for Medicaid, the country’s largest health insurance program.
The New York Times - Mar. 7
Severe weather bringing mudslide threat, forcing evacuations in fire-scarred California

Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate and officials say millions are at risk as a massive storm slams parts of California already reeling from January's devastating wildfires. CBS News ...
CBS News - Mar. 13
More on the Southern University hazing death investigation

Three men have been arrested in connection to the hazing death of 20-year-old Southern University student Caleb Wilson. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
CBS News - Mar. 14
FCA drops plan to ‘name and shame’ more UK companies under investigation

Financial regulator says it will scrap new public interest test after backlash from the City and government officials
Financial Times - Mar. 11
More law enforcement agencies stop reselling guns to prevent use in crimes

The shift comes after an investigation by The Trace, CBS News, and Reveal from The Center for Investigative Reporting linked former police guns to crimes.
CBS News - 5d
Mar 11: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET

Traders brace for more potential market chaos following Wall Street losses in all U.S. markets; Farmers fear the impact of new Chinese tariffs.
CBS News - 5d
Dominican Republic investigating Sudiksha Konanki's disappearance as an accident

The Dominican Republic is investigating the disappearance of Sudiksha Konanki as an accident, according to the country's president. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
CBS News - 5d
Justice Department investigating egg pricing allegations, sources say

The Department of Justice is looking into the rising price of eggs based on an advocacy group's allegations of skyrocketing prices, sources say. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.
CBS News - Mar. 10
WVU snub 'robbery' at highest level, gov. says

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey wants his attorney general to investigate and work closely with the NCAA to ensure the men's tournament selection process is transparent and fair.
ESPN - Mar. 18
Hochul Backs Plan to Ease Evidence Requirements for New York Prosecutors

District attorneys say that a 2019 law ordering them to give reams of evidence to defense lawyers has resulted in thousands of scuttled cases.
The New York Times - 1d
Evacuations ordered in California as mudslide threat ramps up from storm

A flood watch is still in effect for parts of California where heavy rain in burned areas is creating landslide concerns, forcing thousands to evacuate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports ...
CBS News - Mar. 13
How rain in California threatened areas ravaged by wildfires

Atmospheric river rains in California threatened mudslides in areas where the wildfires swept through entire communities. CBS News' Carter Evans reports, and meteorologist Zoe Mintz has the latest ...
CBS News - Mar. 13
3/16: CBS Weekend News

Deadly storm spawns tornadoes, killing over 30; Southern California company looks to make sustainable guitars
CBS News - 3d
Investigation advances into Gene Hackman's mysterious death, with update by New Mexico authorities

Authorities are preparing to reveal more information about the investigation into the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa
ABC News - Mar. 7
Massive storm that slammed California will strike the Midwest, South next

The storm that brought heavy rains, a confirmed tornado and fears of mudslides to parts of California is heading east and is expected to pack a punch in the Midwest and the South. CBS News Los ...
CBS News - Mar. 14
3/21: CBS Morning News

President Trump denies New York Times report Elon Musk will be briefed on China war plan; How to keep your data safe at the airport.
CBS News - 3d
Americans are using this strategy to save money on home insurance. Is it a good idea?

Homeowners frustrated with rising homeowners-insurance premiums are switching plans and opting for higher deductibles to manage their costs.
MarketWatch - Mar. 11
The University of California Will Stop Requiring Diversity Statements in Hiring

The statements had risen in popularity as colleges sought to improve campus culture, but they drew criticism from conservatives who argued they were a political test.
The New York Times - 5d
Italy to follow England and Germany by trialing in-stadium announcements for VAR calls

The Italian league will offer more transparency over video review decisions, including limited in-stadium announcements of the referee’s conversations with the VAR. Inter Milan faces city rival AC ...
Yahoo Sports - 1d
Encrypted messaging apps promise privacy. Government transparency is often the price

States and cities across the country are grappling with how to stay on the right side of government transparency laws as the use of encrypted messaging apps becomes more widespread
ABC News - 5d
Encrypted messaging apps promise privacy. Government transparency is often the price

States and cities across the country are grappling with how to stay on the right side of government transparency laws as the use of encrypted messaging apps becomes more widespread
ABC News - 5d
Whistleblower warns of recent DOJ firings and demotions

An 18-year veteran of the Department of Justice is warning about a recent wave of firings and demotions, suggesting independence and fairness could be on the chopping block in favor of loyalty to ...
CBS News - Mar. 12
3/25: CBS Morning News

Journalist included in group chat with top U.S. officials about plans to bomb Yemen; Some European countries update guidance for travelers to United States.
CBS News - 40m
Just months after wildfires, a powerful storm forces evacuations again in southern California

Southern California is on alert as a powerful storm moves into the region, with parts of Los Angeles County given instructions to evacuate. It comes just two months after wildfires sparked and ...
CBS News - Mar. 13
3/24: CBS Evening News

Top Trump officials included Atlantic editor in group chat about plans to bomb Yemen; Medal of Honor, nation's highest military award, gets its own museum in Texas
CBS News - 7h
Social Security Will Require Online or In Person Identity Checks

The new rule would require people who want to make changes to first verify their identity online or in person.
The New York Times - 5d
The Minecraft Movie Has Its Own Popcorn Buckets, No Crafting Required

Movie theater-exclusive merchandise like popcorn buckets have been going strong for a few years now, with designs getting more and more outrageous with every new hot ticket release. A Minecraft ...
GameSpot - Mar. 12
Social Security's plan to get overpayments back

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced its plan to recover 100% of overpayments to beneficiaries. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser reports.
CBS News - Mar. 10
3/23: CBS Weekend News

Pope Francis released from hospital after more than a month; Iconic movie props up for auction
CBS News - 1d
3/23: CBS Weekend News

Pope Francis released from hospital after more than a month; Iconic movie props up for auction
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New York Giants' draft plans should become clearer after Colorado Pro Day

The New York Giants' draft plans will become clearer after seeing CB Travis Hunter and QB Shedeur Sanders at Colorado's pro day on April 4
Yahoo Sports - 6d
How House Republicans plan to keep the government funded

President Trump is endorsing a House Republican plan to keep the government funded until September through a continuing resolution. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
CBS News - Mar. 10
National security council investigating after Trump officials accidentally text journalist top-secret Yemen war plans – as it happened

This blog has now closed. You can read more of our US politics coverage here . Outrage after White House accidentally texts journalist war plans: ‘Huge screw-up’ White House inadvertently ...
The Guardian - 13h
These Republicans may vote against plan to fund the government

Republican Kentucky lawmakers Thomas Massie and Rand Paul may oppose the plan to pass a continuing resolution as a stopgap to fund the government until September. This comes as President Trump ...
CBS News - Mar. 10