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"Tech donors are spending unprecedented sums to win ballot measure fights, place allies in the state Legislature and ensure Gov. Gavin Newsom is succeeded by another industry ally."

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In famous San Diego park, a fight over parking fees turns ugly

"After a month of outrage from the San Diego community, Mayor Todd Gloria has announced the city will walk back new parking fees at Balboa Park."

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ServSafe: Update on legislative trends impacting restaurants

"Regulations have affected allergen labeling, alcohol to go, and workplace violence prevention, among other things."

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AI in the workplace—jobs, regulation, and the case for Federal standards

"Across the country, state legislatures are moving quickly to regulate artificial intelligence in the workplace. California’s proposed SB 947 – the Automated Decision Systems in the Workplace – introduced in the California Legislature on February 2, 2026, is one prominent example, but it is part of a broader trend: laws that seek to govern how employers may adopt, deploy, and rely on AI-driven tools when making employment-related decisions."

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Orange County President's Panel

MAR 04, 2026 ● 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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CRA Sacramento Annual Golf Tournament

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CRA Sacramento Educational Session: Sales and Use Tax for Restaurants - Compliance, Audits, and Cost-Saving Opportunities

MAR 05, 2026 ● 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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San Diego Restaurant Week

San Diego Restaurant Week
SEP 13 - SEP 20, 2026

Enjoy an 8-day edible extravaganza featuring restaurants from Oceanside to Chula Vista

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