News Room: AB 1302: Payment of Claims

Six-and-a-half years after Rick Walker's release from prison, where he had served 12 years for a murder he didn't commit, two filmmakers are continuing to spread his story. read more ...

When most people think of movie stars in Sacramento, it's Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger who comes to mind. But Tuesday will see the Sacramento premier of a documentary featuring Sen. Joe Simitian, D-Palo Alto, and his effort to pass a bill on behalf of the wrongly convicted. read more ...

Palo Alto – There actually ‘oughta be’ several new laws, if the record number of entries for Assemblyman Joe Simitian’s annual contest is any indication. More than 100 people submitted their ideas to put new laws on the books. read more ...