Khari Johnson • CalMatters, Author at Stocktonia News

California admits using high-risk AI — including systems it previously failed to report

by Khari Johnson • CalMatters June 20, 2026, 8:00 a.m.June 22, 2026, 6:08 p.m.

A recent report names six high-risk systems in use today, but state agencies have used some for several years.

Exterior view of the California DMV building with a large sign in front. A small black car is parked nearby. The scene is calm and organized.

‘A betrayal:’ California to share data on immigrant drivers nationally

by Khari Johnson • CalMatters and Wendy Fry • CalMatters May 5, 2026, 6:00 a.m.May 4, 2026, 4:09 p.m.

A group of people sits attentively in a formal setting, possibly a courtroom or legislative chamber. They are dressed in professional attire.

California legislators increase scrutiny on what info ICE gets from state ‘fusion centers’

by Khari Johnson • CalMatters March 30, 2026, 8:15 a.m.March 30, 2026, 8:11 a.m.

A person in a blue suit speaks at a podium with American and California flags behind him.

Tech

California regulator weakens AI rules, giving Big Tech more leeway to track you

by Khari Johnson • CalMatters May 8, 2025, 12:01 p.m.May 7, 2025, 8:05 a.m.

A bustling tech expo with visitors, featuring signage for "Einstein AI" and "AI Landing," with people interacting around exhibition booths and a silver car at the forefront of the scene.

Newsom nixes California’s bold bid to regulate AI

by Khari Johnson • CalMatters Sept. 30, 2024, 11:26 a.m.Sept. 30, 2024, 11:29 a.m.

iPhone and Apple Watch showing a digital ID card labeled "California mDL" with the name "Kelly G."

California drivers can get mobile licenses on their iPhones — but they need physical ones too

by Khari Johnson • CalMatters Sept. 23, 2024, 10:01 a.m.Sept. 23, 2024, 10:01 a.m.