Trump signs order affecting job protections for 8,000 federal employees

As part of a broader overhaul to the federal workforce, on Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order to make it easier to terminate thousands of government workers. 

Tight race for Los Angeles mayor between experienced incumbent and reality TV star
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The race for Los Angeles mayor is on between incumbent Karen Bass and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt. With different experiences, time will tell who comes out on top for the city of Los Angeles in November. 

California governor’s race: Here’s what experts say on early results

Early returns from Tuesday’s primary election show a tight race shaping up for California governor. Hear from political science experts Donna Crane and Melinda Jackson on their thoughts as to how these races are turning out.

Support for same-sex marriage hits new low, poll shows

While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.

Here’s how the Bay Area voted in California's primary for governor

Three candidates for California governor have emerged with clear leads after Tuesday's election, and the returns paint a picture of how Bay Area counties voted.

Dan Sullivan vs. Dan Sullivan: Alaska GOP senator claims ballot ‘dirty trick’

Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan has accused Democrats and former Rep. Mary Peltola's campaign of a political "dirty trick" after another candidate named Dan Sullivan qualified for Alaska's Senate primary ballot.

 California primary election results: what to know
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California election results, governor and key 2026 races. Melinda Jackson, political science professor, at San Jose State University, gives insight.

Trump administration seeks federal grant oversight

The Trump administration is looking to give political appointees more power over federal grants, to ensure they “demonstrably advance” the president's policy priorities.

LIVE: 2026 California governor primary election votes

The June 2 primary election sets the stage for November, narrowing the field of candidates for California governor to the top two contenders.

Education Department abandons civil rights focus on Black students

The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help them.

Antonio Villaraigosa, CA gubernatorial candidate, concedes the race
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Antonio Villaraigosa who previously served as the 41st mayor of Los Angeles has conceded the California governor race after recent polling results. He said, 'I’m not stepping aside from the cause, only from the race. [...] California is worth fighting for - and I’m not done fighting."

Live 2026 election results: Sonoma County primary

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live Sonoma County election results here.

Live 2026 election results: Marin County primary

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live Marin County election results here.

Live 2026 election results: California U.S. House primary

Californians will cast their ballots for the U.S. House of Representatives and who will represent each congressional district. Track results here.

Live 2026 election results: U.S. House District 14 primary

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live results for California's 14th congressional district here.

Live 2026 election results: Alameda County District Attorney

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live Alameda County District Attorney election results here.

LIVE: Los Angeles mayor election results

Ballots are being counted in the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral primary election where incumbent Karen Bass faces 13 challengers.

Live 2026 election results: U.S. House District 11 primary

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live results for California's 11th congressional district here.

Live 2026 election results: California statewide races

The 2026 primary election is here -- track live election results for the California secretary of state, attorney general and more.