2 former FBI officials charged with lying about Hunter Biden's laptop: DOJ

The Department of Justice announced charges against two former senior FBI officials who allegedly lied to Congress about their roles in investigating Hunter Biden’s laptop before the 2020 election.

Contra Costa County tests ballot-counting machines ahead of election

Ballot-counting machines were running in Contra Costa County on Friday as the elections office conducted a state-mandated test designed to ensure the accuracy and security of its voting equipment.

Wahab calls Hernandez's Taliban comments in D14 debate 'discriminatory'
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Tensions ran high on stage during the only head-to-head debate between the candidates competing for California’s 14th Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. At one point BART Director Melissa Hernandez referenced something Congresswoman Aisha Wahab said about establishing communications with the Taliban for human rights purposes. 

California governor's race: Meet candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton

Californians will elect the state's next governor on Nov. 3, deciding between Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton. Here's what to know about the candidates.

2026 Election Voter Guide: What’s on the California midterm election ballot?

Election Day is less than one month away. Here's a look at the key state and local races, how to register to vote, how to track your ballot and more.

Despite intensive crackdown, voter fraud remains rare, experts say

A federal probe into state voter rolls aimed at identifying noncitizens has led to open voter fraud investigations and arrests, according to a Homeland Security official.

Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House

Legal and political analysts suspect the Friday announcement is a deliberate strategy to distract from negative press and mid-term election pressures.

2026 Election: Race for California Insurance Commissioner
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Former San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim and State Senator Ben Allen are running to lead California's Department of Insurance. Political reporter Greg Lee sat down with both candidates ahead of the November midterm election.

Democrats gaining advantage ahead of midterms as Trump's ratings sink: poll

A new poll from The New York Times and Siena College shows Democrats opening up a significant advantage over Republicans ahead of the November midterms, fueled largely by voter frustration with President Donald Trump's handling of the economy.

How to register to vote

National Voter Registration Day falls on Sept. 15 this year and serves as a reminder to check your registration status ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3.

Trump tells Republicans they ‘go to hell’ if they don’t vote in November

President Donald Trump closed out the Republican’s inaugural midterm convention being held in Dallas with a fervent plea to the crowd to vote as if he’s on the ballot in November.

Trump's order to limit mail voting blocked by appeals court

An appeals court has upheld a lower court ruling that blocks President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting mail voting.