Democrats are ending their bid to raise a limit on property tax growth, one of the most controversial tax ideas they pursued this session.

A defense of the Golden State, and a modest proposal

For those lucky enough to live at the exclusive Central Coast property known as Hollister Ranch, the benefits are many.

California's property tax law means radically different taxes are paid on similar homes. There are better ways to achieve Prop. 13's protections for low-income and older homeowners.

If it seems like California voters are perpetually being asked to redefine, clarify, overhaul or rewrite the terms of the 1978 tax revolt, it’s because we are.