Report: California governor overstated fire prevention work

A Capital Public Radio investigation says California Gov. Gavin Newsom vastly overstated wildfire prevention work completed by his administration. 

Extending the eviction moratorium: Young people describe trauma related to housing insecurity

California's COVID anti-eviction moratorium ends on June 30. Experts say, 900,000 California households, up to 15% of renters, are behind on their rent each owing about $8,000, according to the Federal Reserve.

Unpaid rent: State lawmakers looking for deal to protect renters from evictions

Assemblymember David Chiu says right now billions of dollars are still available to make sure that landlords get paid and renters can remain where they are.

California governor assaulted by 'aggressive' man on Oakland street

A man has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting Gov. Gavin Newsom during his visit to downtown Oakland, authorities said Friday.

Newsom signs emergency proclamation to free more energy amid heat wave

Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed an emergency proclamation to free up additional energy capacity amid California's scorching heat wave. 

California to loosen worksite pandemic rules amid reopening

California regulators are set to approve revised worksite pandemic rules that allow fully vaccinated employees the same freedoms as when they are off the job. 

County clerks: Don't hold Newsom recall before mid-September

California's county elections officials are urging the lieutenant governor not to schedule the expected recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom before mid-September. 

Newsom: COVID restrictions going away, but COVID isn't; masks won't disappear

Although the vast majority of COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted Tuesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom warned Monday the virus is still active, and mask-wearing will continue to be a reality for non-vaccinated residents, at businesses that require them or for people who simply feel safer wearing them.

California governor signs orders to roll back virus rules

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order that will lift most of the state's coronavirus rules. 

Pandemic heroes honored at Latino Community Foundation Gala
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The Latino Community Foundation honored the essential workers Thursday night at a Gala that included leaders, including Gov. Gavin Newsom.

California's AG appeals judge's overturning of state assault weapons ban

It is clear the state's top leaders were not happy with U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez's ruling that the state’s definition of illegal military-style rifles unlawfully deprives law-abiding Californians of weapons commonly allowed in most other states and by the U.S. Supreme Court.

California leaders share new developments in the assault weapons ban case, Miller v. Bonta.
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Governor Gavin Newsom, Mattie Scott from the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence, and Robyn Thomas from the Giffords Law Center are holding a press conference in San Francisco to announce action in the California assault weapons ban case, Miller v. Bonta.

Timing of Newsom recall election still in flux

It's near certain Newsom will face a special election this year, but the question now, is when? Many analysts have estimated a November election, but now an earlier timeline is being floated.

Here's what's next in Newsom's recall effort
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While the movement to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom is moving along, it will still take several more months, and steps, to reach a final decision. KTVU Political Reporter Greg Lee has the details.

California governor won’t lift virus ‘state of emergency’

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday he will not lift a state of emergency that gives him broad powers to impose or suspend rules involving the coronavirus.

California to continue allowing sale of to-go cocktails through 2021

Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that the state will continue allowing restaurants to sell takeout alcohol and keep expanded outdoor dining through the end of the year.

California to allow sale of to-go cocktails through 2021
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There?s one pandemic change that Californians are sure to toast: The to-go cocktail. Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state will allow restaurants to continue selling takeout alcohol and keep expanded outdoor dining through the end of the year. KTVU's Greg Lee reports.