California redistricting: what to know about the final maps

California voters have the brand new districts they'll use to elect their members of Congress and state legislators, after the state's independent redistricting commission voted unanimously Monday night to approve its final maps.

California cannabis industry says it's been pushed to 'breaking point'

Several of the California's leading cannabis companies have banded together to direct a dire warning to Governor Gavin Newsom this week. In a letter sent to the governor’s office and leaders of the state legislature, business leaders warned that the state’s legal cannabis industry is on the verge of collapse.

Newsom highlights $1B statewide cleanup plan

Gov. Gavin Newsom picked up litter and painted over graffiti in Los Angeles to highlight California’s $1.1 billion initiative to clean areas near highways, roads and other public spaces.

Amid drought, California advances new reservoir project

What could be California's first major new reservoir in decades has cleared a key regulatory hurdle. The California Water Commission on Wednesday voted in favor of the feasability of the Sites Reservoir project.

Newsom wants Texas-like law to ban assault guns

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he wants to empower private citizens to enforce a ban on the manufacture and sale of assault weapons in the state. Newsom's proposal is similar to a Texas law that outlaws abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected.

Community celebrates life of Wilma Chan at memorial

More than a month after Wilma Chan’s death, a memorial was held Wednesday to remember the legacy that she left behind.

Rep. Devin Nunes tapped as CEO of Trump's new media company

The blank-check company that aims to take Trump Media & Technology Group public says two regulatory agencies are scrutinizing the deal.

A major victory for 100% low-income housing in San Francisco

A single mother raising two children now has an opportunity to provide a larger space for her family at an affordable price. 300 low-income units are coming to the Mission District.

Independent CA redistricting commission works to finalize maps

The California Citizens Redistricting Commission is in its final stretch of re-drawing the political district lines for the next decade.

San Mateo Supervisor enters race to fill Representative Jackie Speier's seat in Congress

Candidates are starting to enter the race to fill the seat of retiring Peninsula Congresswoman Jackie Speier. Supervisor David Canepa officially announced Saturday he will be running.

San Mateo Co. supervisor to launch campaign for Rep. Speier's Congressional seat

San Mateo County Board Of Supervisors President David Canepa will announce this weekend he is launching a campaign for U.S. Rep. Jackie Speier's Congressional seat. Speier announced this week, she will not run for re-election in 2022.  

Wilma Chan's chief of staff appointed to fill her seat on board of supervisors

Following the untimely death of Supervisor Wilma Chan, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday appointed Chan's former Chief of Staff Dave Brown to replace her.

Oakland city councilmember Sheng Thao announces candidacy for mayor

Another candidate has joined the race to become the next mayor of Oakland. City council member Sheng Thao officially announced her candidacy Wednesday afternoon.

San Francisco mayor supports school board members' recall, undecided on Chesa Boudin

Mayor London Breed supports recalling 3 school board members, but is undecided on whether Chesa Boudin should remain the district attorney. Voters in San Francisco now have two upcoming recall elections.

Effort to recall San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin gets certified for ballot

The petition to remove San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin from office has secured enough verified signatures to hold a recall election.

Here's what California could do to help fix the supply chain

Global supply chain problems have led to a massive backup at Southern California ports. Now, California lawmakers are asking experts about what the state could do to help.

State lawmaker pushes to ban live ammunition, real guns on California movie sets

In the wake of Halyna Hutchins' death, State Senator Dave Cortese from San Jose is planning to introduce a bill that would ban live ammunition and real guns on movie sets in California.