Data center backlash set to sway midterms
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Data center backlash set to sway midterms

The focus on data centers, in one of this year’s most competitive Senate races, demonstrates dramatic shifts in public opinion and the high stakes going into the midterm elections. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.

The focus on data centers, in one of this year’s most competitive Senate races, demonstrates dramatic shifts in public opinion and the high stakes going into the midterm elections. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.

California renters can plug in balcony solar panels starting in January

California renters can plug in balcony solar panels starting in January

Californians who live in apartments and condos will soon be able to add solar power to their homes without a rooftop, thanks to a new law that takes effect in January.

Californians who live in apartments and condos will soon be able to add solar power to their homes without a rooftop, thanks to a new law that takes effect in January.

Gov. Newsom weighs mass commutation of California's death row sentences
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Gov. Newsom weighs mass commutation of California's death row sentences

Having already instituted a moratorium on executions in California Gov. Gavin Newsom indicated he is considering taking a far more drastic step: Commuting the sentences of all 563 individuals currently on the state's death row.

Having already instituted a moratorium on executions in California Gov. Gavin Newsom indicated he is considering taking a far more drastic step: Commuting the sentences of all 563 individuals currently on the state's death row.

'Taliban' statement at congressional candidate debate might backfire, expert says
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'Taliban' statement at congressional candidate debate might backfire, expert says

Sonoma State University political science professor David McCuan said the battle between Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez to win a congressional seat is only going to get uglier. He believes Hernandez's Taliban statement about Wahab might backfire against her.  

Sonoma State University political science professor David McCuan said the battle between Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez to win a congressional seat is only going to get uglier. He believes Hernandez's Taliban statement about Wahab might backfire against her.  

Dublin: Late Taliban comment flares tensions in CA District 14 debate

Dublin: Late Taliban comment flares tensions in CA District 14 debate

Tensions ran high on stage during the only head-to-head debate between the candidates competing for California’s 14th Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Tensions ran high on stage during the only head-to-head debate between the candidates competing for California’s 14th Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Wahab calls Hernandez's Taliban comments in D14 debate 'discriminatory'
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Wahab calls Hernandez's Taliban comments in D14 debate 'discriminatory'

Tensions ran high on stage during the only head-to-head debate between the candidates competing for California’s 14th Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. At one point BART Director Melissa Hernandez referenced something Congresswoman Aisha Wahab said about establishing communications with the Taliban for human rights purposes. 

Tensions ran high on stage during the only head-to-head debate between the candidates competing for California’s 14th Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. At one point BART Director Melissa Hernandez referenced something Congresswoman Aisha Wahab said about establishing communications with the Taliban for human rights purposes. 

California governor's race: Meet candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton

California governor's race: Meet candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton

Californians will elect the state's next governor on Nov. 3, deciding between Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton. Here's what to know about the candidates.

Californians will elect the state's next governor on Nov. 3, deciding between Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton. Here's what to know about the candidates.

2026 Election Voter Guide: What’s on the California midterm election ballot?

2026 Election Voter Guide: What’s on the California midterm election ballot?

Election Day is less than one month away. Here's a look at the key state and local races, how to register to vote, how to track your ballot and more.

Election Day is less than one month away. Here's a look at the key state and local races, how to register to vote, how to track your ballot and more.

California Supreme Court orders Sheriff Bianco to return seized ballots

California Supreme Court orders Sheriff Bianco to return seized ballots

The California Supreme Court ordered Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco to return over 650,000 ballots seized during an investigation into the state's November special election.

The California Supreme Court ordered Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco to return over 650,000 ballots seized during an investigation into the state's November special election.

California Energy Commission passes new tire efficiency rules to boost fuel economy

California Energy Commission passes new tire efficiency rules to boost fuel economy

Industry leaders warn the rules will phase out about 70% of current tires, significantly raising upfront costs for drivers. Regulators say fuel and electricty savings will offset higher purchase prices.

Industry leaders warn the rules will phase out about 70% of current tires, significantly raising upfront costs for drivers. Regulators say fuel and electricty savings will offset higher purchase prices.

Gov. Gavin Newsom releases tax returns showing $2M annual income

Gov. Gavin Newsom releases tax returns showing $2M annual income

California Governor Gavin Newsom released four years of tax filings showing annual earnings between $1.7 million and $2 million, mostly from his winery and restaurant holdings.

California Governor Gavin Newsom released four years of tax filings showing annual earnings between $1.7 million and $2 million, mostly from his winery and restaurant holdings.

California to raise minimum wage in 2027

California to raise minimum wage in 2027

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a statewide minimum wage increase to $17.40 per hour starting January 1, 2027, driven by annual inflation adjustments.

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a statewide minimum wage increase to $17.40 per hour starting January 1, 2027, driven by annual inflation adjustments.