Unemployment is inching up, tech layoffs continue and IPOs are waning. Experts expect a downturn, but it’s still possible the state will avoid a recession.

More than 100 developers backing 240 projects with approximately 20,000 proposed affordable housing units applied to the state's Housing and Community Development Department for more than $3.5 billion, but the state only has $576 million to award. 

The state takes more action on climate change in rules and legislation as drought is replaced by flooding.

Starting Jan. 1, California law will again require drivers 70 and older to renew their license in person at a DMV office.