Oakland mayoral candidates form an alliance: here's why
Two Oakland mayoral candidates have endorsed each other ahead of the November 8 election. Loren Taylor and Treva Reid are vying to be Oakland's next mayor, but before Election Day, they're partnering up.
Oakland city council candidate says someone's ripping down their posters
An Oakland City Council candidate says someone has been ripping down campaign signs and banners. One of the incidents was caught on camera.
Gov. Gavin Newsom weighs in on SF's $1.7 million dollar toilet
California Governor Gavin Newsom appears to think San Francisco would be pouring taxpayer money down the drain with the city's plan to build a $1.7 million public restroom.
Newsom vows to finish four-year term if reelected governor
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday vowed he would serve a full four-year term if reelected in November, trying again to knock down speculation that he wants to replace Democrat Joe Biden on the ballot should he not seek a second term.
California legislators move to give state more federal resources for wildfires
A new bill in congress, spearheaded by California legislators, aims to put the destruction from forest fires on the same footing as other national disasters.
Mayor Schaaf delivers her final Oakland State of the City address
Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf delivered her final state of the city speech, not at city hall, but in the Fruitvale District, where she said she began her political service in 1999.
San Francisco DA candidates face off at forum
Four candidates for San Francisco's district attorney faced hundreds of people at a debate Tuesday sponsored by the League of Women Voters and University of San Francisco.
Weinstein defense can use Governor Newsom's wife’s email at trial, judge says
Jurors in the trial of Harvey Weinstein will be allowed to hear that Jennifer Siebel Newsom, wife of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, emailed the movie magnate for advice about dealing with the media amid a scandal involving Gavin Newsom two years after Weinstein allegedly raped and sexually assaulted her.
Former SF Giant Hunter Pence endorses Prop J
Former San Francisco Giants star Hunter Pence and his wife, Lexi, have publicly endorsed proposition J.
Santa Clara candidate for mayor says he's getting violent threats and homophobic taunts
Anthony Becker says Santa Clara News Online is allowing people to make comments that he thinks are dangerous. He says he’s also reached out to the police department, but so far, they haven't responded.
What is on the ballot in California in 2022?
Here are the propositions and key races that voters will see on the California ballot in November.
2022 midterm election: what to know about voting in California
The 2022 midterm election is Tuesday, November 8. Here is a resource guide with some helpful links for voting in person or by a ballot mailed to your home in California.
Hillary Clinton visits San Francisco to campaign for Prop 1 abortion rights amendment
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton made a visit to San Francisco Thursday to campaign for Proposition 1, an effort on the November 8th ballot, that would amend California's constitution to include an individual's right to have an abortion and choose or refuse contraceptives.
State Bar complaint filed against SF interim D.A. Jenkins by retired judge
A retired judge has filed a State Bar complaint against interim San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins.
Nury Martinez resigns from LA City Council following backlash over leaked audio tapes
Following backlash over racially charged remarks, Nury Martinez has resigned from the Los Angeles City Council.
San Francisco Mayor Breed held to task over resignation letters at emergency hearing
A contentious, emergency hearing was held Tuesday to examine the mayor of San Francisco's request for appointees to sign undated letters of resignation before their appointments.
California governor's race shaping up to be 'non-event'
The midterm elections are four weeks away, but the race that's usually a big draw does not appear likely to motivate many voters this year.
Nury Martinez resigns as LA City Council president following backlash over racist comments
Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nury Martinez on Monday announced her resignation as council president amid backlash over racist comments.
California Gov. Newsom's campaign puts up pro-abortion billboard in Austin
The billboard marks at least the second time California Gov. Gavin Newsom has paid for advertising in Texas concerning abortion.