National parks saw record number of visits in 2024, but reported memo says not to publicize
U.S. national parks reported a record 331.9 million visits in 2024.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
Here's what's in the GOP budget bill that would keep government funded through September
Republicans released a detailed spending bill ahead of a deadline to avoid a partial government shutdown on March 14.
Secret video: State Farm exec appears to confess to manipulating California insurance rate hikes
The video appears to have been recorded sometime after the Southern California wildfires, and references the Palisades Fire in particular.
Mark Carney to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister
Canada will have a new prime minister in coming days amid a trade war with the U.S. and an annexation threat by President Donald Trump.
Nearly 80,000 federal health employees offered buyouts to resign
Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.
DOGE accused of accessing Social Security data of millions of Americans
Labor unions are trying to stop Elon Musk’s DOGE from accessing Social Security data for millions of Americans. "They cannot explain why they want this data," lawyers said.
Kamala Harris reportedly considering run for California governor
If she runs, she would seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, who will be term-limited.
KTVU hosts Oakland mayoral debate
Candidates Barbara Lee and Loren Taylor will participate in the Oakland mayoral debate on Tuesday, moderated by KTVU's Dave Clark. Here's how to watch.
Social Security employees banned from reading news websites at work
The Social Security Administration is preparing to lay off at least 7,000 people from the agency that handles benefits for 72.5 million Americans.
Elon Musk says Postal Service, Amtrak should be privatized
Elon Musk said he believes that the U.S. should “privatize anything that can be privatized," including Amtrak and the Postal Service.
Rep. Al Green censured after removal from President Trump's speech
The U.S. House voted Thursday to censure Congressman Al Green following his ejection from the chamber during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier this week.
What does it mean to be censured?
U.S. Rep. Al Green faces a censure vote on Thursday following his ejection from the House chamber during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier this week. But what does being censured mean?
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus won't resign following Measure A vote
Initial results from the special election for Measure A were released just after 8 p.m. Tuesday. Those early results showed that more than 85% voted yes, while 14% voted no on giving the board the power to remove the sheriff.
The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it?
One of President Trump’s first executive orders mentions the potential use of the Insurrection Act of 1807. Here’s what that is, and what it could mean if it’s invoked.
Rep. Sylvester Turner, former Houston mayor, dies at 70
Congressman and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has died.
Trump may cut 80,000 VA employees, memo reportedly says
The Trump administration is planning to cut 80,000 employees from Veterans Affairs, according to an internal memo.
What companies are saying about tariff price hikes: Full list
CEOs are sounding the alarm on President Trump’s tariffs and what they mean for American consumers.
Oakland mayoral candidate reveals life-threatening medical condition to promote organ donation
A candidate running for Oakland mayor revealed that he suffered from a life-threatening condition. Loren Taylor shared that he underwent a liver transplant surgery in December and is now helping promote the importance of organ donation.
Trump calls for no tax on tips, no tax on overtime: What we know
Trump called to end taxes on overtime, tips, and Social Security benefits during his address to Congress on Tuesday.