Michigan man arrested for alleged death threats against  Rep. John Garamendi

A man from Michigan is accused of threatening Bay Area Congressman John Garamendi, and faces federal charges. Investigators said 32-year-old Neil Matthew Walter left Garamendi a voicemail that he was going to die.

Supreme Court greenlights handover of Trump's tax returns to Congress

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the handover of former President Donald Trump’s tax returns to a congressional committee after a three-year legal fight.

Sheng Thao becomes Oakland mayor after Loren Taylor concedes

Sheng Thao eked out a victory to become Oakland's mayor on Tuesday after her competitor, Loren Taylor, conceded. 

In California, 10% of Legislature now identifies as LGBTQ

While LGBTQ candidates and their supporters celebrated several milestone victories around the nation in this year’s midterm elections, California quietly reached its own: At least 10% of its state lawmakers identify publicly as LGBTQ, believed to be a first for any U.S. legislature.

Indiana doctor who provided abortion drugs to 10-year-old rape victim defends actions in court

An Indianapolis doctor who provided abortion drugs to a 10-year-old rape victim from Ohio has defended her actions before a judge in the case that drew national attention in the weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June.

With Thao on top, Taylor can concede or pay for recount in Oakland's mayoral race

Oakland City Councilmember Sheng Thao on Monday night issued a statement where she essentially declared victory in the city's mayoral race saying she is excited to get to work, "as Mayor in January."

Live midterm election results: Key U.S. House races

Every seat in the U.S. House of Representatives was up for election this midterm election, as they are every two years. Here's a state-by-state look at results in key races.

Kanye West announces he's running for president in 2024

Kanye West said he’s planning a 2024 presidential run and is working with far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos.

New Zealand will decide on lowering the voting age from 18 to 16

The country’s prime minister supports lowering the voting age, but a change to the law wouldn’t take effect until next year.

Political parties shifting towards next generation of leadership

On Sunday, President Biden celebrated his 80th birthday, becoming the first person to serve as President at that age. Former President Trump is 78 years old and will be 80 years old when he runs for President in 2024.

Pamela Price declares victory in Alameda County district attorney's race

With the latest round of votes coming in Friday evening, Pamela Price widened her lead over her opponent and has declared the win in Alameda County's district attorney's race. 

Opponents file lawsuit targeting medication abortions

The lawsuit was filed by the Alliance for Defending Freedom, which was also involved in the Mississippi case that led to Roe v. Wade being overturned.

US moves to shield Saudi crown prince in journalist killing

The Biden administration says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s high office should shield him from a lawsuit over his role in the killing of a U.S.-based journalist, making a turnaround from Joe Biden’s passionate campaign trail denunciations of the prince over the brutal slaying.

Pelosi to step down from Democratic leadership, will continue serving in Congress

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced she will step aside and not seek a leadership role in the new Congress. The longtime San Francisco representative’s decision comes a day after Republicans officially took control of the House.

Erotic Storytelling Hour holds Trans Awareness Week edition

Erotic Storytelling Hour is put on monthly by San Francisco's Leather & LGBTQ Cultural District. This month they held a Trans Awareness Week edition.

Nancy Pelosi won't seek leadership role; plans to stay in Congress

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s decision to either seek another term as the Democratic leader or to step aside has been widely anticipated.

SF Examiner apologizes for bullseye over Supervisor Dean Preston's face

The San Francisco Examiner is facing criticism after a bullseye was edited over supervisor Dean Preston's face. The image sparked disapproval from a number of groups and readers. Some even said it could incite violence.