I think they’re just deliberately trying to undermine the WNBA because it was making money and it was so popular and it was a counter to the NBA: this wholesome back-to-basics family-friendly game. And maybe some of this: current.fas.harvard.edu/stories/nobe...

A Nobel laureate’s assist to women’s basketball pros

In March 2026, the union representing professional women's basketball players reached a historic collective bargaining agreement with the WNBA, securing salary increases of nearly 400 percent for its ...

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Jeanne Gibson, beloved “Rosie the Riveter,” passed away on July 29, 2026 at 100. Gibson became a welder at Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle, helping build destroyers for the Allied war effort during WWII. Gibson helped pave the way for millions of women who stepped into critical wartime roles.

"This budget makes meaningful investments in childcare and family supports, maternal and reproductive health, menopause research, education and care, and services for survivors and vulnerable families." #CABudget #caleg

Our statement regarding the recent allegations involving gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell: "We condemn abuse in all forms, especially when power is used to harm others." #caleg

Well... it won't be the last one in CA if we have anything to do with it 😏 msmagazine.com/2026/03/27/w...

Could This Be the Last Women’s History Month?

As Women’s History Month is quietly dismantled under Trump's attacks on history and DEI, a collective feminist refusal is taking shape.

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We stand with the survivors who have come forward and those still in silence. #caleg

It is with great pride I recognize Dr. Sevet Johnson, Ventura County Executive Officer, as AD 42 Woman of the Year. 🎉 Dr. Johnson’s unwavering dedication reflects a deep commitment to strengthening the community, improving lives, & ensuring a brighter future for everyone who calls the county home. 🏆

In celebration of Women’s History Month, I’m proud to name Alysa Liu my 2026 Woman of the Year. Alysa has proudly represented USA & CA on the world stage, bringing home 2 gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Her journey reminds us that greatness can be fearless, joyful, & entirely her own.

✨ So proud to name Rayna Lett as District 20's Woman of the Year! She is a nonprofit leader dedicated to empowering youth and communities. 🌟 I’m so excited to be celebrating her and women across CA on Monday for #WomensHistoryMonth! @cawomenscaucus.bsky.social

✨#teamsoria and I are happy to announce that Monica Bravo is District 27's 2026 Woman of the Year! 🌟 Let's keep empowering women all month long! #WomensHistoryMonth #CelebrateWomen #YesSheCan #teamsoria #caleg @cawomenscaucus.bsky.social

Excited to honor #AD20’s Woman of the Year: Rayna Lett! A strong nonprofit leader from San Lorenzo, she has dedicated her career to empowering youth and strengthening our communities. Grateful for leaders like Rayna who inspire the next generation of women 💐👏 @cawomenscaucus.bsky.social

For the first time in league history, the WNBA generated enough revenue in 2025 to trigger revenue sharing with players. Players will receive $8 million. The union will also pay out $9.25 million from revenue generated from its group licensing program. www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...

Union: WNBA made enough money for revenue sharing

The WNBA players union says that the league generated enough revenue to trigger revenue sharing.

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Capitol Staffers: stop by 8010 to get your CPR demonstrations and heart screenings! #capitolgoesred

Hilary Knight's hockey achievements go beyond gold medals and championships

Hilary Knight's hockey achievements go beyond gold medals and championships

American Hilary Knight has tirelessly advocated for the growth of women's hockey as one of the sport's biggest stars, and Caroline Harvey is ready to follow in her footsteps.

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CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson addresses false claims about so-called “ghost daycares” in California. Why an inspection report may show no children present: ✅ Children may be in school or an outing ✅ Providers serve people working evenings & weekends

CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson sets the record straight on false claims about California’s child care database. Here’s the truth: ✅ CA has strong, long-standing fraud prevention systems ✅ We're committed to quality, affordable & accessible child care—while protecting privacy

We stand with @governor.ca.gov in rejecting Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry’s politically motivated extradition demand against a California physician who lawfully provided care. #caleg

The federal $10 billion freeze on #childcare funding will cost $122 billion per year. We won't stand by as these blatant attacks on our families continue. #caleg

Remembering Betty Reid Soskin, a remarkable woman who lived and made #HERstory #nationalparks

Betty Reid Soskin, oldest National Park Service ranger, dies at 104

Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest serving National Park Service ranger in the country, has died at 104 years old.

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Rob Reiner elevated the critical importance of early childhood and child care, touching countless lives and creating opportunities that will benefit generations to come. #RIPRobReiner

Hot flashes and night sweats be gone! Study shows hormone therapy for #menopause symptom not the risk we once thought news.feinberg.northwestern.edu/2025/12/05/h...

Hormone Therapy Does Not Increase Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Younger Postmenopausal Women - News Center

While menopausal hormone therapy increased cardiovascular disease risk in postmenopausal women older than 70 years with vasomotor symptoms, hormone therapy did not significantly affect cardiovascular ...

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"...like femininity, masculinity is still defined by backward stereotypes about what men should be." Women have always worked--why do we force them out of the workplaces that pay? #womenatwork #feministworkplace www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Horror stories of a ‘feminised workplace’ mask the real crisis in male identity | Finn Mackay

Stereotypes that centre men’s worth in their work are strangling sensible debate, and letting down women too, says author Finn Mackay

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"Nearly 1 in 3 women... have experienced partner or sexual violence during their lifetime, a figure that has barely changed since 2000." #endviolenceagainstwomen #genderviolence www.who.int/news/item/19...

Lifetime toll: 840 million women faced partner or sexual violence

Violence against women remains one of the world’s most persistent and under-addressed human rights crises, with very little progress in two decades, according to a landmark report released today by th...

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Our LGBTQ Caucus was honored to have Senator Caroline Menjivar speak at the LIVE Annual Summit this month 🌈 It was an inspiring space focused on LGBTQ+ mental health and community care. 1/2

THIS is why we need more women at the head of the table. #shecanlead www.reuters.com/world/americ...

One reason the US lacks public investment in paid sick, family, and parental leaves is because of a tacit assumption that women will continue to do this work. www.forbes.com/sites/adiaha...

The Gender Wage Gap Is Widening Again—Can Our Policies Explain Why?

After narrowing for decades, the gender wage gap is widening again. Organizational and public policies help explain why.

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Ugh. #womenshealth #maternalhealth www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

Pregnant women describe miscarrying and bleeding out while in ICE custody, advocates say

The ACLU and other groups are pressing for ICE to identify and release all pregnant women in custody and to stop detaining anyone known to be pregnant, postpartum or nursing.

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When worse comes to worst, women survivors bear the brunt of violent conflict. #gaza www.unwomen.org/en/news-stor...

What it means to be a woman in Gaza today | UN Women – Headquarters

Famine was declared in Gaza City on 22 August 2025 by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis – a first for the Middle East region. Mothers cannot feed their newborns; girls g...

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Wellcome Leap, which will oversee the research, says it uses an "accelerated model" of research that delivers "results in years instead of decades." #womenshealth abcnews.go.com/GMA/Wellness...

Melinda Gates announces $100M investment in women's health research

Gates spoke to Robin Roberts on "Good Morning America" about the funding.

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We are proud to stand with our @calatinocaucus.bsky.social colleagues against these ongoing threats to our communities.

CA Latino Legislative Caucus@calatinocaucus.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Today’s Supreme Court decision is not only hugely disappointing, but also dangerous for our communities, for our Constitution, and for our democracy.