Organizers of effort to recall Alameda County DA push ahead
Organizers of an effort to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price were out in force on Sunday gathering signatures. Some of the signatures were obtained by going door to door in the County, and others through a sign-up station manned in West Oakland.
State regulators push back on PG&E’s undergrounding plan
State regulators are opposing Pacific Gas & Electric's proposal to bury thousands of miles of power lines in areas prone to fires. PG&E aims to complete the extensive burial project by 2026, but needs the approval of state regulators to raise rates to pay for the estimated $6 billion project.
To run or not to run? New California senator faces tough decision on whether to enter 2024 campaign
The crowded, wide-open race to succeed the late U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein in California has hit a suspenseful turn as candidates wait for newly appointed Sen. Laphonza Butler to decide if she will enter the 2024 contest for her seat after being picked to complete the remainder of Feinstein’s term.
Bay Area celebrates National Coming Out Day
The Bay Area is known around the world for its vibrant LGBTQIA+ community and is considered an important player in the gay rights movement.
Former Dodger All-Star Steve Garvey enters race for U.S. Senate
The field of candidates vying for the seat long held by the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein in November has expanded.
Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to make free condoms available for high school students, citing cost
California Gov. Gavin Newsom rejected a bill on Sunday that would have made free condoms available all public high school students, arguing it was too expensive for a state with a budget deficit of more than $30 billion.
Gov. Newsom vetoes Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblyman Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
Newsom signs bill advancing universal health care, vetoes insulin price cap
On Saturday Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the approval of Senate Bill 770, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco). The legislation advances tangible steps toward securing universal health coverage in California. It would direct the California Health and Human Services Agency (HHS) to work with the federal government to outline the requirements of a federal waiver application.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill that would have decriminalized psychedelic mushrooms
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill aimed at decriminalizing the possession and personal use of several hallucinogens, including psychedelic mushrooms.
Dianne Feinstein honored by President Biden, VP Harris at memorial service
Hundreds of elected officials, friends and family members gathered at San Francisco City Hall Wednesday to honor the life, career and legacy of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
San Francisco says farewell to late Sen. Dianne Feinstein
The late senator's final farewell took place right here on the steps of City Hall; her political story coming full circle, celebrating her life where her political career began.
Sen. Feinstein's memorial no longer open to public due to 'increased security'
Thursday's memorial for late Sen. Dianne Feinstein in San Francisco will no longer be open to the public, her office said at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
San Francisco pays tribute to late Sen. Dianne Feinstein
The City of San Francisco is saying farewell to a favorite daughter, former mayor and senator Dianne Feinstein.
In-person SF city hall services will be closed during Sen. Feinstein memorial
San Francisco's City Hall will be closed for in-person services due to the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's memorial all day Thursday.
Gov. Newsom's office says he'll name Laphonza Butler, former Kamala Harris adviser, to Feinstein Senate seat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office says he'll name Laphonza Butler, a former adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris, to Dianne Feinstein's Senate seat.
Late Sen. Dianne Feinstein to lie in state at San Francisco City Hall
The body of late Sen. Dianne Feinstein will lie in state at San Francisco City Hall Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Feinstein's press office announced.
California governor rejects bill to give unemployment checks to striking workers
California won't be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike, with Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill Saturday that had been inspired by high-profile work stoppages in Hollywood and the hotel industry.
San Francisco mourns former Mayor and Senator Dianne Feinstein
San Franciscans remember former Mayor and Senator Dianne Feinstein
Questions raised about who will replace late Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Gov. Gavin Newsom needs to appoint someone to replace Senator Feinstein until her term ends in 2025.
Praise for late Sen. Dianne Feinstein pours in
California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's sudden passing Thursday night came as a bit of a surprise when it was announced Friday morning. Public figures ranging from celebrities to elected officials from both sides of the aisles posted on social media about her death and reflected on her career in public life.