'I chose to get an abortion:' California assemblywoman acknowledges choice as 21-year-old
Democratic Assemblywoman Mia Bonta joins a growing number of public officials, celebrities and musicians who have shared the reasons why they chose to get an abortion.
California lawmaker reveals abortion as more women speak out
A California legislator who is the wife of state Attorney General Rob Bonta disclosed Tuesday that she had an abortion as a 21-year old.
Tesla pledges to cover travel costs for workers seeking out-of-state abortions
The company said Friday in its 2021 “Impact Report” that it expanded its Safety Net program and health insurance offerings last year to include “travel and lodging support for those who may need to seek health care services that are unavailable in their home state.”
Idaho Lt. Gov. push to eliminate incest, rape exceptions to abortion law
McGeachin on Monday demanded that Republican Gov. Brad Little call a special legislative session
San Jose PD to request new military-style vehicles
San Jose Police to request two new military-style vehicles with strict new reporting requirements due to new state law.
New York Times removes 'fetus' as a Wordle answer following SCOTUS Roe v. Wade leak
The New York Times scrambled to change its Wordle game on Monday to avoid a puzzle answer that might be seen as some sort of commentary on the news.
Mother's Day rally for abortion rights held in Marin County
From Berkeley to San Rafael, hundreds gathered at two Bay Area protests in support of abortion rights. Sunday's rally in San Rafael lasted for several hours outside the Marin County Civic Center.
Interview with actress Regina Taylor about "The First Lady"
Interview on KTVU "Mornings on 2 Sunday" with actress Regina Taylor about the cable drama "The First Lady"
Arson at Wisconsin Family Action; Madison group backs Roe v. Wade repeal
Arson investigators are probing a fire Sunday inside the headquarters of Wisconsin Family Action, where someone spray-painted a message outside the building.
McConnell: National abortion ban ‘possible’ if Roe v. Wade overturned
McConnell made the remarks days after a leaked draft opinion suggests the U.S. Supreme Court could overturn Roe v. Wade.
GOP senators want TV rating warning for gay characters on children’s shows
The senators sent the letter after Disney said it will include more inclusivity in its programming.
Louisiana bill would make abortion a homicide. Would Plan B be illegal, too?
A Louisiana committee has approved a measure that would make abortion a crime of homicide, but opponents fear that's not all the legislation would do.
Oakland City Council member pushes to become abortion access sanctuary
An Oakland City Council member is calling for the city to declare itself a sanctuary for women seeking abortion access.
Bay Area leaders push to mobilize for abortion rights
In Mountain View on Friday more than a dozen political and community leaders united in sounding a clarion call to action.
Marjorie Taylor Greene is qualified for reelection, secretary of state rules
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has accepted a judge's decision that states U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is qualified to run for reelection.
Tesla covers travel costs for workers seeking abortions
Tesla is joining the ranks of major companies who’ve introduced a similar policy to benefit workers affected by new restrictions in the past few months.
Karine Jean-Pierre named White House press secretary; Psaki leaves May 13
Karine Jean-Pierre will be the first black woman and the first openly gay person to serve as White House press secretary
If Roe falls, other rights could follow, warn Bay Area legal experts
The draft opinion by Justice Samuel Alito suggesting the Supreme Court might overturn Roe v. Wade is based on legal arguments that could have impacts far beyond abortion and lead to other laws and rights being eliminated.
Newsom proposes amendment to California constitution to protect abortion rights
At a press conference in southern California today, Governor Newsom talked about the leaked Supreme Court decision on abortion as well as his proposal to guarantee abortion rights in the state Constitution. The event seemed that the Governor essentially kicked off his re-election campaign.
EU chief calls for ban on Russian oil imports by end of 2022
The plan would phase out crude oil imports within six months.