Ana B. Ibarra and Kristen Hwang • CalMatters, Author at Times of San Diego

A person speaks at a podium with a sign reading "$11 INSULIN" in a pharmacy setting.

California offering $11 state-branded insulin

by Ana B. Ibarra and Kristen Hwang • CalMatters Oct. 17, 2025, 10:25 a.m.Oct. 17, 2025, 10:29 a.m.

The sale of insulin is part of the state’s CalRx initiative aimed at lowering prescription drug prices for Californians.

A healthcare worker gives a vaccine to a masked girl sitting outdoors.

California issues its own vaccine recommendations as RFK shifts federal policy

by Ana B. Ibarra and Kristen Hwang • CalMatters Sept. 18, 2025, 8:19 a.m.Sept. 18, 2025, 8:20 a.m.

Gov. Gavin Newsom

Governor set to decide on health care proposals

by Ana B. Ibarra and Kristen Hwang • CalMatters Sept. 17, 2025, 1:26 p.m.Sept. 17, 2025, 1:27 p.m.

A law enforcement jacket with the words "POLICE ICE" on the back

ICE is suddenly showing up in California hospitals; workers want more guidance

by Ana B. Ibarra and Kristen Hwang • CalMatters Aug. 26, 2025, 1:48 p.m.Aug. 26, 2025, 1:48 p.m.