Newsom defends California business climate, status of rich
Gov. Gavin Newsom forcefully pushed back on criticisms that California is becoming unfriendly for business, pointing to “all the new billionaires" created by IPOs.
Former San Diego mayor launches committee to run for governor
Former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, a Republican, launched an exploratory committee to run for governor and is supporting the recall of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Trump vetoes Calif. fishing bill over seafood trade deficit
President Donald Trump has vetoed a bill that would have gradually ended the use of large-mesh drift gillnets used exclusively in federal waters off the coast of California.
New year, new laws: here's what's changing in 2021
The new year is ushering in a wave of health and safety laws in California, including rules that relate to the COVID pandemic.
California sues seafood companies over alleged lead, cadmium
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra is suing five seafood companies, alleging they have sold fish that contains lead and cadmium without legally required warnings.
She noticed $200M missing from the CPUC, then she was fired
Earlier this year, the governing board of one of California's most powerful regulatory agencies unleashed troubling accusations against its top employee.
Padilla's pick as U.S. Senator comes with mixed reaction
Newsom's appointment of Padilla isn’t without controversy as some thought the position should have gone to an African American.
Gov. Newsom challenged to address Senate's lack of diversity
Should California get its first Latino U.S. senator or should the 100-member chamber maintain one Black woman’s voice? The decision will need to be made by Gov. Newsom.
Organizers of Newsom recall effort say they're seeing renewed support
Organizers of an effort to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom say they're seeing increased support from people frustrated with his handling of COVID19 shutdowns and restrictions.
Trump cuts healthcare funds to California over abortions
The Trump administration said Wednesday it was cutting $200 million in federal healthcare funding to California because the state requires insurance providers to cover abortions.
Bay Area electors reflect on Electoral College vote
Two Bay Area electors reflect on casting their votes for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the Electoral College.
California environmentalists blast federal oil lease sale
The seven parcels put up for bid by the Bureau of Land Management encompass more than 4,100 acres in Kern County.
Newsom taps new head of powerful California air board
Liane Randolph, 55, will begin the job in January.
Biden picks Calif. AG Becerra to lead HHS, pandemic response
If confirmed by the Senate, Becerra, 62, will be the first Latino to head the Department of Health and Human Services.
Latino caucus urges Gov. Newsom to prioritize vaccine for farmworkers
California's Latino caucus is urging Gov. Newsom to include the state's farmworkers in the first prioritized phase of the COVID vaccine process when it becomes available.
Mayor Breed calls criticism of her French Laundry visit ‘fair’
San Francisco's mayor says criticism of her French Laundry visit is "fair."
Feinstein picks Padilla in jockeying for Harris' Senate seat
Sen. Dianne Feinstein says she would like California Secretary of State Alex Padilla to join her in the U.S. Senate when Kamala Harris becomes vice president.
New CalRecycle leader eyes overhaul of deposit-refund system
Nine other states have a similar system. But most are run by the beverage industry instead of state government.
Calls mount to choose woman of color to replace Harris in Senate
There is increasing pressure for Gov. Newsom to choose a woman of color to succeed Kamala Harris in the Senate.
