Landlord demands $20K in back rent from California gym or owners must leave

As a new administration promised relief, the Kovaks found a notice on the door of their Sonoma facility. It was a demand from his out-of-state landlord to pay $20,000 in back rent or vacate the premises in 72 hours.

Confusing systems impair California vaccination rollout

More than five weeks into its vaccination program, about 4 million doses have been shipped to the state, with nearly 1.8 million doses administered.

Senate confirms Austin as US’ first Black secretary of defense

With minimal objection, the Senate voted 93-2 in favor of confirming retired Gen. Lloyd Austin as secretary of defense.

Kamala Harris, Doug Emhoff will stay in Blair House while VP residence undergoes repairs

Until the repairs are complete on the Naval Observatory, the second couple will live at Blair House near the White House, the home that serves as accommodations for the president's guests.

California marks Trump's final day in office with nine lawsuits

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra sued the Trump administration nine times on Tuesday, a fitting send-off from a state known for its frequent feuds with the president.

Newsom appoints Alex Padilla to U.S. Senate as replacement for Kamala Harris

California Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday formally submitted the appointment of Alex Padilla to the U.S. Senate to replace Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. 

Gov. Newsom deploys 1,000 National Guard troops in wake of unrest surrounding pro-Trump violence

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced details on Thursday for plans to protect critical infrastructure, including the State Capitol, with the deployment of 1,000 National Guard troops. 

Bay Area members of Congress react to 2nd Trump impeachment

Democrats say the president's action simply cannot be brushed aside and pointed to his inflammatory speech to supporters before the insurrection on the Capitol Building.

Corporate tax hike proposal would aid California homeless

A California coalition is proposing legislation to boost taxes on wealthy multinational corporations to raise more than $2 billion a year to house tens of thousands of homeless people.

California's high-speed rail delays are ‘beyond comprehension'

A letter from a major contractor blames the state for delays in building California's bullet train, and warns the project could miss a key 2022 federal deadline.

Rep. Speier urges McCarthy to enforce mask rule following congresswoman's COVID diagnosis

Rep. Speier fires off letter to House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy to enforce mask rule after a congressmember tests positive for COVID and blames other lawmakers who didn't wear masks during lockdown.

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.