Congressman Swalwell in San Lorenzo to support LGBTQ+ community
East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell offered his support to members of the LGBTQ community at the San Lorenzo Library offering a message to stand against hate.
Political leaders honor Norman Mineta at memorial service in San Jose
More than 800 people, including former President Bill Clinton, paid their respects to San Jose's native son, Norman Mineta, at a public memorial service Thursday morning at San Jose Civic.
Santa Clara sheriff candidate charged for alleged lies about law enforcement experience
A 48-year-old Cupertino woman who ran for the position of Santa Clara County sheriff in the primary election earlier this month has been charged with perjury for allegedly saying she had the law enforcement experience required to qualify for the job, prosecutors said Thursday.
Alameda County Sheriff-Elect Yesenia Sanchez is 1st Latina to hold the office
Alameda County Sheriff-elect Yesenia Sanchez says she did not expect to win the election outright to unseat the incumbent candidate with 16 years on the job. She makes history to become the first woman and Latina to hold the office.
New Latina San Mateo County Sheriff makes history
Sheriff-elect Christina Corpus is a Latina who just made history as the first-female sheriff since San Mateo County was established in 1856.
San Jose honors Norman Y. Mineta with tributes in his hometown
Under the San Jose City Hall Rotunda Wednesday, a public light on the private grieving of the Mineta family. One by one, dignitaries and old friends rose, stood at the microphone, and paid respects.
Abortion amendment moving quickly in California legislature
A proposed amendment to the California Constitution that would explicitly ban the state from denying or interfering with abortions or contraceptives cleared two legislative committees in a single day.
Synagogue challenges new Florida abortion law, claiming it violates religious rights of Jewish people
A synagogue has filed a lawsuit claiming Florida's new law that prohibits abortions after 15 weeks violates the religious freedom rights of Jewish people. It's the second challenge to the state's abortion ban recently signed into law by Gov. DeSantis, which is set to take effect next month.
Jan. 6 hearing: Capitol officer recounts 'war scene' in her testimony
Capitol Police Officer Caroline Edwards described to lawmakers Thursday night the "war scene" that she and other officers faced when rioters began viciously attacking them on Jan. 6, 2021.
The Capitol Riot evidence video: A harrowing American moment, repackaged for prime time
Promised: New footage. New testimony. New and damning revelations designed to eliminate all doubt. Hired to package it all for the airwaves: A former network news president.
Capitol riot hearing: Committee declares Jan. 6 riot an 'attempted coup'
The House panel’s yearlong investigation into the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot is intended to stand as a public record for history.
Crime concerns play major role in California primary
The issue of crime was consistently one of the top issues for California voters in polls ahead of the June primary, and it was the major topic in nationally watched races in the state.
San Francisco's Mayor Breed weighs D.A. appointment options following Boudin's recall
San Francisco's Mayor London Breed is offering some insight into her priorities when it comes to appointing a new district attorney.
House votes to set minimum age of 21 for buying semi-automatic weapons in response to recent mass shootings
The legislation has almost no chance of becoming law as the Senate pursues negotiations focused on improving mental health programs, bolstering school security and enhancing background checks.
Donald Trump set to undergo questioning in July for NY civil probe
Former President Donald Trump has agreed to answer questions under oath next month in the New York attorney general's civil investigation into his business practices, unless their lawyers persuade the state's highest court to step in.
California attorney general will face Republican in November
California’s Democratic attorney general advanced to the November general election Tuesday and was on pace to face the Republican Party’s endorsed candidate in a state that overwhelmingly favors Democrats.
California primary election: live blog
Get live updates about the California primary election on June 7, including races for senator, governor, attorney general and other federal, state and local offices.
San Francisco ousts liberal DA Chesa Boudin in heated recall
San Francisco on Tuesday has voted to recall progressive District Attorney Chesa Boudin in a heated campaign that bitterly divided Democrats over crime, policing and public safety reform.
Chesa Boudin ousted in San Francisco recall vote
Voters in San Francisco overwhelmingly voted in favor of recalling District Attorney Chesa Boudin from office before his term was complete. Boudin, speaking to supporters, did not concede that he lost, however.
California's Newsom cruises to easy primary victory
California Gov. Gavin Newsom cruised to an easy victory in Tuesday’s primary, advancing to the November general election where he will be an overwhelming favorite to win a second term barely a year after surviving a recall attempt.