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. 

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.  

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.

‘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.

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.

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.