California Attorney General calls roundtable on tariff distress
On Friday morning, California business folks met with California Attorney General Rob Bonta to discuss what they face on the front lines of the tariff and trade war imposed on the Golden State. They had plenty to say.
Newsom to sue Trump after Senate blocks California EV rules
The U.S. Senate on Thursday voted to block a California clean air rule that would ban the sale of gas-powered cars by 2035. But before lawmakers even took that vote, California Governor Gavin Newsom was already fighting back.
California state senator from Riverside cited for DUI near State Capitol
State Sen. Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) is speaking out after she was cited for allegedly driving under the influence just blocks from the Capitol in Sacramento.
'California is under assault:' Newsom blames 'Trump slump' for $12B budget deficit
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Wednesday that California is facing a $12 billion budget deficit as he placed part of the blame on President Donald Trump.
This ex-Silicon Valley engineer served as AOC's chief-of-staff. Now, he's challenging Nancy Pelosi
He's worked for Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Now, he's eyeing Pelosi's 2026 House seat.
California bill could slash rooftop solar credits
More than two million homeowners and businesses in California have rooftop solar panels. A new bill being considered in Sacramento could significantly reduce the credits they receive for the solar energy they generate.
Oakland's newest city council member-elect Charlene Wang lays out ambitious goals
Charlene Wang grew up spending weekends in Oakland's Chinatown with her grandparents. Now, she's preparing to represent the area as Oakland's new District 2 city council member.
Loren Taylor takes early lead in Oakland mayoral race; Dist. 2 and Measure A results
Loren Taylor was leading in early returns in the special election to select Oakland's next mayor Tuesday night, according to the Alameda County Registrar of Voters' Office.
Bill aimed to restrict 'activist judges' awaits Senate vote; Critics call HR 1526 a threat to constitution
H.R. 1526, the No Rogue Rulings Act, aims to limit district courts' ability to issue nationwide injunctions against President Trump's executive orders.
Former Santa Clara councilman sentenced to jail time after lying to jury
A former councilman for the City of Santa Clara was sentenced to jail time for a conviction for lying to a civil grand jury, Deputy District Attorney Jason Malinsky said on Friday.
California legislators reject two bills banning transgender women in female sports
A political analyst says this vote not only clarified how most voters in California feel but it also sent a message to President Trump.
U.S. Dept. of Education investigating California over gender identity privacy law
The U.S. Department of Education is going after California over gender identity policies in schools.
‘They didn’t lift a damn finger’: California crime victim fund ordered to change practices
California established the first-of-its-kind victim compensation program 60 years ago. Today, it’s overseen by three members: State Controller Malia Cohen; Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton; and a representative from Newsom’s cabinet, Government Operations Secretary Amy Tong.
Lisa Gauthier: From abuse survivor to San Mateo County Board Supervisor
Gauthier began her political career in 2012 when elected to the East Palo Alto City Council.
Contra Costa County DA served with 'Notice of Intent' to recall
Another Bay Area District Attorney is facing a recall effort, this time in Contra Costa County. District Attorney Diana Becton was served with a “Notice of Intent to Recall" on Monday.
Homelessness & temporary housing top priorities in San Jose budget plan
There is still some opposition to his plan which includes arresting unhoused people who refuse shelter.
Secret video: State Farm exec appears to confess to manipulating California insurance rate hikes
The video appears to have been recorded sometime after the Southern California wildfires, and references the Palisades Fire in particular.
Kamala Harris reportedly considering run for California governor
If she runs, she would seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, who will be term-limited.
SF's Great Highway park opening soon, name ideas wanted from public
San Francisco's newest park, along what will shortly become the former Upper Great Highway, will officially open on April 12.
Fighting Back Against Trump: Rep. Mark DeSaulnier holds town hall in Moraga
People asked questions about the future of social security, the spread of disinformation, and the power of Elon Musk.