California Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis announces early bid in governor's race
California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis officially launched her campaign on Monday to become the state's next governor. Kounalakis made the announcement, the first to do so, in what’s expected to be a crowded field of challengers in the 2026 race to replace Gavin Newsom.
California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis officially launched her campaign on Monday to become the state's next governor. Kounalakis made the announcement, the first to do so, in what’s expected to be a crowded field of challengers in the 2026 race to replace Gavin Newsom.
Rally scheduled in support of DA Price at courthouse
Alameda County residents organized a rally in support of District Attorney Pamela Price on Sunday.
Alameda County residents organized a rally in support of District Attorney Pamela Price on Sunday.
Citizenship no longer required to be CA peace officer
The San Francisco Police Department no longer requires peace officer applicants to be U.S. citizens, according to officials.
The San Francisco Police Department no longer requires peace officer applicants to be U.S. citizens, according to officials.
California could protect sex assault victims facing lawsuits
California lawmakers voted Thursday to protect sexual assault survivors from retaliatory lawsuits, years after a former state lawmaker sued a woman over her sexual misconduct allegations against him.
California lawmakers voted Thursday to protect sexual assault survivors from retaliatory lawsuits, years after a former state lawmaker sued a woman over her sexual misconduct allegations against him.
Radio host Larry Elder announces 2024 GOP bid for president
Conservative talk radio host Larry Elder, who sought to replace the California governor in a failed 2021 recall effort, announced Thursday he is running for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024.
Conservative talk radio host Larry Elder, who sought to replace the California governor in a failed 2021 recall effort, announced Thursday he is running for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024.
Senate Republicans won't support temporarily replacing Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Democratic leaders in the Senate say they’re open to replacing her until she’s able to get back to Washington, but they’ll need Republican votes to do that. Now Republicans in the Senate are saying they’re not going along with that plan.
Democratic leaders in the Senate say they’re open to replacing her until she’s able to get back to Washington, but they’ll need Republican votes to do that. Now Republicans in the Senate are saying they’re not going along with that plan.
Santa Clara city councilmember Becker to be arraigned on perjury charge
A criminal grand jury has indicted Santa Clara City Councilman Anthony Becker for allegedly lying to a civil grand jury.
A criminal grand jury has indicted Santa Clara City Councilman Anthony Becker for allegedly lying to a civil grand jury.
Rep. Ro Khanna calls for Sen. Dianne Feinstein's resignation
A Bay Area Congressman is calling for Sen. Dianne Feinstein's resignation, citing her inability to meet the demands of her job.
A Bay Area Congressman is calling for Sen. Dianne Feinstein's resignation, citing her inability to meet the demands of her job.
Republican Eric Early enters California senate race
Republican attorney Eric Early announced he’s entering the 2024 race to replace outgoing Democratic U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, joining a growing field in a state known for its liberal political tilt.
Republican attorney Eric Early announced he’s entering the 2024 race to replace outgoing Democratic U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, joining a growing field in a state known for its liberal political tilt.
Alameda County DA files motion to dismiss judge from case
Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price released a video statement Wednesday saying she wants a judge removed from a controversial murder case based on his recent comments. She also addressed the changes she has made to the district attorney's office's operations.
Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price released a video statement Wednesday saying she wants a judge removed from a controversial murder case based on his recent comments. She also addressed the changes she has made to the district attorney's office's operations.
Bay Area political leaders react to Trump's indictment
Bay Area politicos on both sides of the aisle are weighing in on what Trump's indictment may mean for the country and both major political parties.
Bay Area politicos on both sides of the aisle are weighing in on what Trump's indictment may mean for the country and both major political parties.
New California gas price law gives regulators power to penalize 'big oil'
It was just a few weeks ago that California Gov. Gavin Newsom called the oil industry the second most powerful force on earth, trailing only Mother Nature in its ability to bend the elements — both physical and political — to its will.
It was just a few weeks ago that California Gov. Gavin Newsom called the oil industry the second most powerful force on earth, trailing only Mother Nature in its ability to bend the elements — both physical and political — to its will.
'When will enough be enough?' California politicians outraged over latest deadly school mass shooting
The chorus among prominent California Democrats was clear; they've more than seen enough and are asking Congress to act on gun violence after six people were shot and killed at a private school in Nashville, Tennessee on Monday.
The chorus among prominent California Democrats was clear; they've more than seen enough and are asking Congress to act on gun violence after six people were shot and killed at a private school in Nashville, Tennessee on Monday.
Ramadan celebrations underway amid rising anti-Muslim crimes
Bonta says he came to Newark to show his support to Muslims and talk about what he’s doing to ensure that Californians from all backgrounds feel safe and free from crimes of hate.
Bonta says he came to Newark to show his support to Muslims and talk about what he’s doing to ensure that Californians from all backgrounds feel safe and free from crimes of hate.
Alameda County prosecutor resigns in protest over new DA's policies
Alameda County Assistant District Attorney Jill Nerone announced her resignation this week, saying she does not feel she is able to "adequately and ethically protect the rights of victims," under District Attorney Pamela Price.
Alameda County Assistant District Attorney Jill Nerone announced her resignation this week, saying she does not feel she is able to "adequately and ethically protect the rights of victims," under District Attorney Pamela Price.
City supervisor Ahsha Safai considering mayoral bid in San Francisco
San Francisco District 11 Supervisor Ahsha Safai says he is exploring a potential mayoral bid in the next mayoral election in 2024.
San Francisco District 11 Supervisor Ahsha Safai says he is exploring a potential mayoral bid in the next mayoral election in 2024.
California bill could lead to a ban on Skittles and other popular candies
A first-of-its-kind bill in California could lead to the ban of popular candies like Skittles, Nerds, and Hot Tamales due to certain additives considered dangerous and toxic.
A first-of-its-kind bill in California could lead to the ban of popular candies like Skittles, Nerds, and Hot Tamales due to certain additives considered dangerous and toxic.
Housing, mental health care key to Newsom's latest strategy to fight homeless crisis
Newsom says he wants to build facilities where over $10,000 people a year can live and be treated for mental illness. Newsom’s past policies have been heavily criticized for not producing results and this time he wants California voters to weigh in on his new plan.
Newsom says he wants to build facilities where over $10,000 people a year can live and be treated for mental illness. Newsom’s past policies have been heavily criticized for not producing results and this time he wants California voters to weigh in on his new plan.
California will overhaul San Quentin prison, emphasizing rehab
The infamous state prison on San Francisco Bay that has been home to the largest death row population in the United States will be transformed into a lockup where less-dangerous prisoners will receive education, training and rehabilitation, under a new plan from California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The infamous state prison on San Francisco Bay that has been home to the largest death row population in the United States will be transformed into a lockup where less-dangerous prisoners will receive education, training and rehabilitation, under a new plan from California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California bill would regulate police use of facial recognition technology in body cams
Assemblyman Phil Ting (D-San Francisco) has introduced a new bill to set parameters for how and when California law enforcement officers can use facial recognition technology in body cameras.
Assemblyman Phil Ting (D-San Francisco) has introduced a new bill to set parameters for how and when California law enforcement officers can use facial recognition technology in body cameras.