‘They didn’t lift a damn finger’: California crime victim fund ordered to change practices

California established the first-of-its-kind victim compensation program 60 years ago. Today, it’s overseen by three members: State Controller Malia Cohen; Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton; and a representative from Newsom’s cabinet, Government Operations Secretary Amy Tong.

Contra Costa County DA served with 'Notice of Intent' to recall

Another Bay Area District Attorney is facing a recall effort, this time in Contra Costa County. District Attorney Diana Becton was served with a “Notice of Intent to Recall" on Monday.

SF's Great Highway park opening soon, name ideas wanted from public

San Francisco's newest park, along what will shortly become the former Upper Great Highway, will officially open on April 12.   

House votes to keep transgender women out of women's sports

The House passed a bill that could change Title IX and guarantee that only people assigned female when they were born can play girls or women’s sports.

San Francisco prepares to welcome a new mayor

San Francisco is set to swear in a new mayor on Wednesday. Civic Center Plaza is buzzing with activity, covering the ground with flooring and building a riser, as the city prepares to swear in Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie on Wednesday. 

Jimmy Carter dies: California reacts to 39th president's death

Politicians, voters, and residents across California were remembering the life and legacy of Jimmy Carter on Sunday, after news of the 39th president's death spread across the world.

California judges say they're underpaid, new lawsuit could cost taxpayers millions

California judges make a good living. They earn at least $240,000 and can count on a raise just about every year, a requirement that’s written into state law.

East Bay U.S. Rep. Lateefah Simon: Working with a Republican-controlled Congress

Lateefah Simon, the Congresswoman elect for California's 12th district representing the East Bay, said she's ready to roll up her sleeves and work for her constituents.