Local News from Thursday, April 23rd, 2026

California Billionaire Tax Has Enough Signatures to Land on Ballot, Backers Say

The measure calls for placing a one-time 5 percent tax on the assets of California residents with at least $1.1 billion. Opponents are backing competing measures to counter the tax.

Dinner, Interrupted: Over Brunch, Journalists Reflect on a Chaotic Night

Moving to a new venue, or the East Wing? Plans for the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner are fluid following Saturday’s shocking events.

Gala Shooting Suspect Was Targeting Trump Administration Officials, Writings Reveal

A man being held in connection with the attack wrote a note indicating potential targets and grievances, authorities say.

What We Know About the Gunman at the White House Press Dinner

The authorities are investigating a motive for the attack by the suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen. Those who know him described him as a “completely average guy.”