Gov. Newsom signs laws aimed at combating state's homeless crisis

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed seven new laws aimed at addressing the state’s homelessness crisis, pleading with a skeptical public to have patience as the nation’s wealthiest and most populous state struggles to keep people off the streets.

California EDD still awash in backlogged claims

Though jobs in California are growing at a faster rate than the nation, the hangover from the still ongoing pandemic is still very much with us.

California treasurer often shared hotel rooms with employees

Judith Blackwell, the former head of the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, sued Ma in July, alleging sexual harassment, racial discrimination and wrongful termination. Ma said the allegations are without merit.

All California voters will receive mail-in ballots under new law

All registered voters in California will continue receiving vote-by-mail ballots in future elections under a new law signed Monday. 

California GOP plots rebound after devastating recall defeat

GOP leaders are looking to claw back more House seats next year, after grabbing four from Democrats in 2020.

Texas announces audit of 2020 votes after Trump urges review

Texas election officials say they're auditing the 2020 results in four of the state's largest counties. The announcement was made late Thursday hours after former President Donald Trump pressed Republican Gov. Greg Abbott for a ballot review. 

Newsom signs $15B climate bill to 'future proof' California

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a $15 billion climate bill Thursday, the largest in state history, in an effort to combat climate change in the state.

Newsom declares California a 'reproductive freedom state'; signs privacy laws for abortion patients

One law makes it a crime to film people within 100 feet (30 meters) of an abortion clinic for the purpose of intimidation -- a law abortion rights groups believe to be the first of its kind in the country. The other law makes it easier for people on their parents' insurance plans to keep sensitive medical information secret, including abortions.

'This is a free for all': Real estate broker says new housing law could change the way suburbs look and feel

On Thursday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a group of bills with the goal of easing California's housing shortage. Part of the new law will allow property owners to turn land built for a single-family home into two or even four units. 

Mayor Breed defiant about ditching mask in San Francisco nightclub
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San Francisco Mayor London Breed was seen without a mask at a San Francisco nightclub this week, despite the city's rule requiring a face covering in indoor settings. Breed was also defiant when talking to reporters about the disregard for the pandemic rule that she's told the public to obey.

Millbrae rejects outdoor vaccine requirement
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The Millbrae city council voted against a proposal that would have created a requirement to show proof of vaccination for outdoor settings.

2 Bay Area lawmakers want to reform California's recall election process

One day after Governor Gavin Newsom beat back efforts to recall him, two Bay Area democratic lawmakers say it is time to fix what they say is a broken system.

2 Bay Area lawmakers want to reform California's recall process
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One day after Governor Gavin Newsom beat back efforts to recall him, two Bay Area democratic lawmakers say it is time to fix what they say is a broken system. KTVU FOX 2's Rob Roth reports.

Democrats could reform 'weaponized' California recall system

Hours after California Gov. Gavin Newsom beat back a recall election that could have removed him, his fellow Democrats in the state Legislature said Wednesday they will push for changes to make it more difficult to challenge a sitting governor.

Despite GOP claims of fraud, very few voting issues reported during recall election

Californians voted to keep Gov. Gavin Newsom in office on Tuesday, ending a statewide recall election that saw some Republicans again float unfounded claims of voter fraud.