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Gov. Gavin Newsom greets legislators as he arrives at the State Capitol in Sacramento to give his final State of the State address as governor on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. HECTOR AMEZCUA hamezcua@sacbee ...

In a moment when politicians of both parties are accusing the others of being out-of-step with everyday people, Thursday was Newsom’s turn.

This year, for the first time, more Americans will earn a minimum wage of $15 per hour or higher than will earn the federal ...

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Four of Iowa's neighbors raised their minimum wage at the start of 2026. See how Iowa's minimum wage compares.