Supreme Court seemingly inclined to gut key provision in Voting Rights Act
The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.
Mamdani calls out Trump in first appearance on Fox: 'I know he may be watching'
"I will not be a mayor like Mayor Adams who will call you to figure out how to stay out of jail," Mamdani said.
Ahead of 'No Kings' protests, expert tips for staying safe at demonstrations
The U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to protest, but there are limits to how far a protest can go.
Katie Porter addresses her behavior in viral videos: 'I am taking responsibility'
Porter has since apologized, saying that she "could have handled things better," and acknowledged that she can be tough but needs to better express appreciation for her team.
Bay Area rally denounces political violence across spectrum
Community leaders across the Bay Area rallied outside Hayward City Hall to denounce political violence and call for greater civility and respect in public discourse.
Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk posthumously
President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony.
Bay Area airports refuse to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for shutdown
All three Bay Area airports are declining to display a video from Homeland Security Kristi Noem, blaming congressional Democrats for the government shutdown and any related travel delays.
How to vote in California's special election for Prop. 50
California's special election on Nov. 4 is to authorize temporary use of new congressional district maps through 2030.
Government shutdown could be the longest ever, House Speaker warns
The shutdown has entered its third week as lawmakers work towards finding a resolution to reopen the federal government.
Hundreds of CDC workers reinstated after being fired amid government shutdown
Layoff notices were reversed for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employees after many were notified of layoffs as the government shutdown continues.
Bay Area Coast Guard families brace for financial impact of first missed paycheck during government shutdown
The Bay Area is home to large communities of Coast Guard members and their families.
Benioff faces backlash after suggesting National Guard deployment to SF
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff is facing criticism after suggesting President Trump deploy the National Guard to San Francisco, a comment that sparked swift pushback from city leaders.
Trump plans whirlwind trip to Israel, Egypt before rushing back for Charlie Kirk honor
President Trump will address the Knesset, Israel's parliament, and visit Egypt before returning for Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony.
California becomes first state to define ‘ultra-processed foods,’ aiming to phase them out of school lunches
California is the first state in the nation to officially define what counts as an "ultra-processed food" — a move supporters say could change what millions of kids eat in school cafeterias.
Biden undergoing radiation for prostate cancer
Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase.
Sweeping layoffs 'have begun' as government shutdown drags on
Federal layoffs began Friday as the government shutdown dragged into a second week.
Erika Kirk addresses grief in heartfelt social media post one month after husband's assassination
Erika Kirk now leads Turning Point USA following Charlie Kirk's Sept. 10 killing at Utah Valley University.
'The RIFs have begun:' White House announces more federal layoffs
Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought posted on social media Friday afternoon that previously threatened federal layoffs have started.
California special election, vote on redistricting measure nears
The effort to pass California's Proposition 50 redistricting measure brought in some Democratic heavy hitters Thursday night in Oakland.
Government shutdown latest: Senate rejects funding bills for 7th time
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.