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Every California record from every file, newest first; federal records that apply in every state are in the full archive.
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Tracked issues with at least one California record since May 14, 2026.
CalMatters, November 9, 2026
The Associated Press reported California voters rejected Proposition 40, per CalMatters. The state count is 52.8% no to 47.2% yes, all 23,860 precincts in.
Noozhawk
Noozhawk reported that registered nurses at three Cottage Health hospitals will vote December 8 and 9 on joining SEIU 121RN. Nurses cite pay transparency and living costs, and some oppose a union. Cottage spokespeople urge a no vote.
The LA Local
LAist reported that federal immigration agents blocked the emergency room entrance at Adventist Health White Memorial hospital in Boyle Heights. Ambulances were diverted for about two hours.
The Pajaronian
The Pajaronian reported that Salud Para La Gente, a federally qualified health center in Watsonville, added extended hours for insurance renewals. They include some Tuesday and Thursday evenings and a weekend clinic on November 7 and 8.
Inland Empire Community News
Inland Empire Community News reported that San Bernardino County held a ribbon cutting for Highland Creek Phase II on October 26.
Imperial County Registrar of Voters
Imperial County’s unofficial results showed Measure N, a $111 yearly parcel tax for the Imperial Valley Healthcare District, at 54.97% yes. The count was 15,100 yes and 12,371 no. The measure needs two-thirds approval.
California Legislative Analyst’s Office
California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office estimated a structural deficit of $18.5 billion in 2026-27, even though the enacted budget is balanced.
New Times SLO
A New Times SLO column by a county supervisor said San Luis Obispo County, CenCal Health and partners launched an online Medi-Cal navigation hub. It cites local estimates that about 21,000 residents may face work requirements.
LAist
On November 3, 2026, California voters rejected Proposition 44, the SEIU-UHW measure requiring nonprofit clinics to spend 90% of revenue on program services.
CalMatters
CalMatters reported that Governor-elect Xavier Becerra will seek to reverse the Medi-Cal restrictions that pushed tens of thousands of undocumented immigrants off the program.
NBC San Diego
NBC San Diego reported that Measure B had 374,267 yes votes (51.62%) and 350,762 no votes (48.38%), a margin that grew from the first count.
Housing Matters
Housing Matters announced it will pause its Recuperative Care Center in Santa Cruz on January 1, 2027.
Times-Standard
The Times-Standard reported that Measure K, a $25 million bond for a new Garberville hospital, was on pace to fail. Election Night reports showed just under 62% yes, and it needs two-thirds.
CalMatters
CalMatters reported that Propositions 41 and 42 were written to cancel Proposition 40, the billionaire tax for health care, if either drew more yes votes.
Local News Matters
Santa Cruz County's Measure E led 59.40% to 40.60% with 58,484 votes counted at 10:25 p.m., per the Registrar of Voters.
California Department of Health Care Services
DHCS said a federal court found on October 29 that CMS exceeded its authority by narrowing the medical frailty exemption to the Medicaid work requirement. California was among the states that challenged the provision.
San Francisco Department of Public Health
The San Francisco Department of Public Health told its Health Commission that it ended fiscal year 2025-26 with a $72.6 million positive variance.
Bay Area News Group via The Press Democrat, November 1, 2026
Bay Area News Group reported that insurers rejected $4.1 million in payments to 11 counties for mobile crisis responses since 2024. Contra Costa County billed $2.47 million and insurers paid about $210,000. No health center is named.
Covered California
Covered California said open enrollment runs from November 1 to January 31, 2027. State subsidy funds rise from $190 million to $300 million, reaching incomes up to 200% of poverty. More than 1.7 million are enrolled.
Berkeleyside, October 30, 2026
Berkeleyside reported that Sutter Health will build only outpatient services at its Emeryville site and seek another location for a full-service hospital.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services press release
CMS announced more than $233 million in Rural Health Transformation Program funding for California, and says the state has committed its full fiscal year 2026 amount.
The Pajaronian
The Pajaronian reported that Encompass Community Services fully opened its $18 million Sí Se Puede Behavioral Health Center in South County on October 19. Residential beds grow from 10 to 30, and 8 are for detox.
The Mendocino Voice
The Mendocino Voice reported that a 16-bed mental health rehabilitation center in Ukiah has taken in its first residents. Operator Anchor Health Management says about 8 beds are filled.
The Pajaronian
The Pajaro Valley Health Care District board voted 3-2 to send the state a 120-day closure notice for Watsonville Community Hospital’s maternity and NICU units.
County of San Diego Communications Office
San Diego County supervisors approved the next phase of the $20.4 million Safety Net Bridge Program.
The Oaklandside, October 30, 2026
Alameda Health System officials told county supervisors that Highland Hospital staff never received a warrant from ICE agents who brought a patient in.
California Department of Health Care Services
DHCS said it received the 2026 Spotlight Award from the National Association of Medicaid Directors for CalAIM Community Supports.
Family HealthCare Network
Family HealthCare Network in Visalia said eligible patients can now request an at-home Cologuard kit for colorectal cancer screening.
Office of the Governor of California
The Governor announced $115.2 million in Homekey+ awards for 329 homes in five communities, bringing awards to 2,905 permanent supportive homes since 2024.
San José Spotlight, October 26, 2026
Santa Clara County held the grand opening of its $470 million Behavioral Health Pavilion, which opens for service November 3, San José Spotlight reported. It has 35 youth beds and 42 adult beds.
Santa Barbara Independent, October 25, 2026
The Santa Barbara Independent reported that Cottage Health is preparing for nearly 40,000 Central Coast residents to lose coverage and an initial cost of about $40 million.
Los Angeles Times
The Los Angeles Times reported that more than $351 million has been donated in the Proposition 40 contest, about 90% of it to defeat the billionaire tax.
California Health Care Foundation
The California Health Care Foundation reported that 94.6% of Californians under 65 had health insurance in 2025, up from 93.8%.
KFF Health News
KFF Health News reported that Medicaid is central to the November 3 race in California’s 22nd Congressional District, where about 6 in 10 constituents are enrolled. The Republican incumbent said at a debate there are no actual cuts.
Sacramento Native American Health Center
Sacramento Native American Health Center said qualifying American Indian and Alaska Native Medi-Cal members are exempt from the new six-month eligibility review.
CalMatters
CalMatters reported that Medi-Cal’s asset limit for seniors and people with disabilities drops from $130,000 to $21,000 in July 2027.
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, No. 2:26-cv-03311
The federal docket in the California Primary Care Association’s racketeering suit against SEIU-UHW showed two executed waivers of service. The docket also lists a joint status report deadline of January 5, 2027.
Mercury News
The Mercury News reported that Santa Clara County supervisors approved a larger uninsured care program on October 20, renamed Valley Care. Santa Clara Valley Healthcare expects to add up to 10,000 people in 2027.
Los Angeles Times
The Los Angeles Times reported that federal officials are deferring another $1.2 billion in California Medicaid payments over the state’s personal care services program. The CMS administrator said the program grew 24% in three years.
Contra Costa Health
Contra Costa County supervisors approved changes to the Basic Health Care Program for residents without other coverage.