Local Government News

Contra Costa County: Residents received $2.8 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022
In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.5% of income in Contra Costa County, providing an average of $2,421 per capita to residents.

Mark DeSaulnier raises concerns over government tenure, child detention, and budgetary policies
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier expressed his disapproval of Elon Musk's government tenure, criticized detention policies, and condemned the House Republicans' budget proposal on April 11, 2025.