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.

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.

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.