University of California plans to sue federal government over new international student guidelines
The University of California said Wednesday it plans to sue the federal government over new guidelines that bar international students from staying in the U.S. if they attend universities that only offer online courses this fall.
Newsom authorizes extension of renters’ protection from potential COVID-19-related eviction
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order Tuesday that authorizes local governments to halt evictions of renters impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic through September 30.
California voters could expand vote to some 17-year-olds
The California Assembly approved a proposed Constitutional amendment on Friday by a vote of 54-8. Voters must still approve the amendment before it can become law.
California lawmakers finish work closing $54B deficit
The $202.1 billion budget marks an incredible reversal for the nation's most populous state, which just six months ago was preparing a spending plan that included a multibillion-dollar surplus.
Expansion of California privacy law qualifies for ballot
Secretary of State Alex Padilla announced Wednesday a measure to amend the law will be on the Nov. 3 general election ballot.
Assm. Phil Ting apologies for extramarital affair
Ting Tweeted his apology at 11:30 a.m., Saturday.
Local lawmakers call for alternatives to proposed state budget cuts
Chavez and Cortese joined Assemblyman Ash Kalra, D-San Jose, and roughly a dozen labor officials called for a series of budget alternatives to the state's May budget revision, which the coalition argued would exacerbate inequality rather than reduce it.
Gov. Newsom signs executive order expanding polling places in November election
The executive order requires each county to offer at least one polling place for every 10,000 registered voters between Oct. 31 and Election Day on Nov. 3. The expansion is intended to reduce the number of voters at each location, allowing for shorter lines and smaller crowds.
Antioch city council votes to remove planning commissioner
The planning commissioner made controversial comments on his personal Facebook page.
Court reinstates California ammunition purchase law
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday granted the state attorney general's request to stay the judge's order.
2 Lakers players test positive for COVID-19
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Thursday that two of its players have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Statewide election results indicate voters are taxed out
California Proposition 13 failed to get the necessary two-thirds of votes to fund $15 billion in badly needed school improvements.
Voters appear to recall Foster City councilman Herb Perez
Perez, who has served on the council since 2011, has been known to call residents "delusional morons" and "malfeasant malcontents."
Report shows diversity of Santa Clara County populations not reflected in representatives
Sixty percent of the population is made up of people of color while they hold just 29 percent of top elected posts.
All 110 vote centers now open in Santa Clara County
The Voters Choice Act of 2016 is being implemented this year for the first time in Santa Clara County, with vote centers replacing traditional polling places.
Election 2020: New UC Berkeley poll shows Sanders leading California
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders is pulling away in California, according to the last poll that will be published before Super Tuesday by the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies.
Election 2020: Data analyst breaks down CA primary numbers and trends
Democratic front runner Senator Bernie Sanders polls extremely well with younger voters and voters of color in the Golden State. Mitchell cautions against putting too much stock in these polls, he says the key is mobilizing them during the primary.
San Mateo County opens six new voting centers for March 3 election
Vote centers have replaced traditional polling places in the past three elections in San Mateo County, which is one of 15 counties around the state to implement the Voters Choice Act of 2016.
California set to apologize for internment of Japanese Americans
On Thursday, California's Legislature is expected to approve a resolution offering an apology to Ouchida and other internment victims for the state's role in aiding the U.S. government's policy and condemning actions that helped fan anti-Japanese discrimination.
San Mateo County offering several options for voting in March 3 election
The March 3 presidential primary election will be the fourth election, and the first VCA presidential primary, conducted by San Mateo County under the California Voter's Choice Act model.