9+ hour, 26+ min ago   (738+ words) Ben Allen, a current state senator, is running for insurance commissioner, citing his experience during last year’s Los Angeles-area wildfires as a key motivator for his campaign. For the first time, voters will decide between two Democrats for the statewide…...

5+ day, 7+ hour ago   (214+ words) The deadly 2025 Eaton Fire in Los Angeles was caused by Southern California Edison equipment, fire officials say. Los Angeles County Fire officials said in a report released Tuesday that the cause of the fire that killed 19 people and destroyed or…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (233+ words) Placer County has been recognized by the California State Board of Forestry as a fire risk reduction community, acknowledging its extensive efforts in wildfire prevention and planning. "We want to protect our communities, our residents, our infrastructure, including our water,…...

2+ week, 8+ hour ago   (976+ words) Jane Kim, an attorney and former San Francisco Supervisor, is running to be California's next insurance commissioner. For the first time, voters will decide between two Democrats for the statewide office, as Kim faces State Senator Ben Allen in the…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (179+ words) KCRA Colfax homeowners can now access a FEMA grant program that covers 90% of the costs for home hardening to protect properties from fires The program involves a contractor visiting the home to conduct an inspection and recommend changes Together, the…...

1+ mon, 6+ hour ago   (346+ words) Homeowners insurance is getting more expensive, even for people who haven’t filed a claim. Consumer Reports says weather-related losses and inflation are helping drive premiums higher, with home insurance costs rising an average of 24% over the last three years. But…...

7+ mon, 4+ week ago   (243+ words) The state insurance department unveiled a plan to address California's insurance crisis, bringing relief to homeowners. Increasing rates and providers pulling out of California have left homeowners frustrated and at a loss. In an effort to alleviate the burden, the…...

6+ mon, 3+ week ago   (204+ words) Two major home insurance companies in California are set to raise their rates this year. The rate hikes are part of the California Department of Insurance's Sustainable Insurance Strategy, which aims to stabilize the state's stressed insurance market. Under the…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (328+ words) Private health insurance rates in California may rise next year as state lawmakers and the governor move forward with a plan to increase what's known as the state's managed care organization tax. The proposal is part of the broader state…...

3+ mon, 5+ day ago   (307+ words) Six candidates running for California insurance commissioner debated in Sacramento Monday, an event that started an hour after current Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced legal action against State Farm for alleged mishandling of wildfire claims in the Los Angeles area....