California recall has enough signatures to make ballot

Organizers of the recall effort against California Gov. Gavin Newsom collected enough valid signatures to qualify for the ballot. 

California losing congressional seat for first time

That’s according to Census Bureau population data released Monday that determines how the nation’s 435 House seats are allocated.

Republicans and transgender advocates react to Caitlyn Jenner's campaign for governor

Former Olympian, reality TV star and transgender celebrity Caitlyn Jenner announced to the world she's running to be California's governor by posting "I'm in" on social media and in a headline on her website caitlynjenner.com. Cups, caps, and bumper stickers were for sale online reading "Caitlyn for California."

Caitlyn Jenner to ‘decide soon’ whether she will run for CA governor as Newsom faces recall

The Olympian and reality TV star addressed speculation of a potential campaign run on Twitter over the weekend after reports that she was coordinating with longtime GOP fundraiser Caroline Wren, who had ties to former President Donald Trump’s 2020 campaign.

California Legislature OKs bill to help displaced workers

The California Legislature has passed a bill requiring some hotels and event centers to offer laid-off workers their jobs back.

Immigrant healthcare is on California Senate's wish list

Democrats in the California Senate said Wednesday they want to spend the state's projected multi-billion dollar budget surplus on things such as paying for the health care of some older, low-income adults living in the country illegally.

Sheriff opens criminal investigation into Windsor mayor following sex assault allegations

The Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office launched a criminal investigation Thursday into the mayor of Windsor after a bombshell report alleging he sexually assaulted four women over a span of 16 years.

Supreme Court halts Calif. virus rules limiting home worship

The Supreme Court is telling California that it can’t enforce coronavirus-related restrictions that have limited home-based religious worship including Bible studies and prayer meetings.

Windsor Mayor Dominc Foppoli urged to resign over sexual assault allegations

Windsor Mayor Dominic Foppoli faces calls for his immediate resignation after a four women accused him of sexual assault in a  bombshell report.

Pelosi joins SF health officials to tout Biden’s American Rescue Plan

Health leaders say a steady vaccine supply will help enable 80% of San Franciscans to be vaccinated by mid-May, but the rescue plan's funding goes beyond COVID.

Caitlyn Jenner reportedly exploring run to replace Gov. Newsom in recall

The vocal Republican and former reality TV star, 71, is said to be "actively exploring" a run for governor of California, according to Axios, which cited three sources close to the situation.

Audit shows contact tracing in California failed to meet Newsom's goals

Despite promises from Gov. Gavin Newsom to build an “army" of contact tracers to contain the coronavirus pandemic, a new audit says California mustered less than half of the number promised.

California crime bills stir controversy as they work their way through legislature

Two companion California crime bills, working their way through the legislature, caused a powerful backlash from a coalition of organizations looking out for the rights of theft victims, especially when violence comes into play. 

Former Gov. Gray Davis offers perspective on Newsom recall effort

Nobody understands the recall effort against Governor Gavin Newsom quite like Gray Davis. He is one of two governors to be recalled in U.S. history, the only one in California.  

Rob Bonta appointed California attorney general, 1st Filipino to hold post

Bonta, a Democratic assemblyman who represents Alameda, Oakland and San Leandro, had long been a top contender for the job, insiders had said. 

Rob Bonta named to be California attorney general

Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Assemblmember Rob Bonta to become California attorney general Wednesday, the first time that a Filipino person will oversee the state's Department of Justice.

Inflection Point: Bay Area lawmakers, community condemn anti-Asian hate

A handful of Bay Area elected officials and community leaders gathered in Portsmouth Square to denounce the wave of attacks against Asian Americans.

Rep. Barbara Lee calls on Mills College to reconsider closure

Bay Area Congresswoman Barbara Lee is calling on the Mills College Board of Trustees to reconsider their decision to close the diverse Oakland private college.