Second Lady Usha Vance pregnant with couple's fourth child

Second Lady Usha Vance is pregnant with her fourth child with Vice President J.D. Vance, the couple announced on Tuesday. 

Denmark petition to 'buy' California surpasses 250K signatures

A viral Danish campaign to acquire California from the U.S. has surpassed 250,000 signatures as a satirical response to President Trump's intensified tariff threats over Greenland.

One year in: Donald Trump rewrites role of presidency in a divided country

President Donald Trump has commanded attention during his second term. He's rewritten the role of the presidency in a divided country, commanding constant attention with little regard for consequences.

A phone on SF's Valencia Street aims to address the political divide through conversation

A social experiment is underway on the streets of San Francisco, aimed at connecting a country that at times seems so far apart. It all starts with picking up the phone. 

California State Parks offer free vehicle entrance on MLK holiday

The move comes as a direct counter-policy to the Trump administration, which recently canceled the long-standing tradition of free entry to national parks for the civil rights holiday.

Greenland latest: Trump charging tariff to 8 European countries

President Donald Trump says he'll charge a 10% import tax starting in February on goods from eight European countries because of opposition to U.S. control of Greenland.

Minnesota ICE protests: Restraining order bans arrests, use of chemical irritants against peaceful protesters

A temporary restraining order has been granted that will ban federal agents from retaliating against, arresting, detaining or using chemical irritants against people engaging in peaceful protest.

Walz, Frey to be investigated for allegedly impeding law enforcement: Report

Federal prosecutors are likely to investigate both Gov. Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey for allegedly impeding law enforcement efforts in the wake of Operation Metro Surge.

Trump's supporters offer mixed reviews of president in latest poll

A new poll shows that nearly a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, some Republicans express less favorable views of his performance on several key issues.

The last time the Insurrection Act was used

President Donald Trump’s threat to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota is unprecedented, experts say, because “none of the criteria have been met.”

Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them? 

Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators

Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.

Alameda County set to vote on "ICE-free zones" as plan passes committee

A proposal to create "ICE-free zones" within Alameda County in response to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement actions, is heading for a vote before the full Board of Supervisors.

"ICE-free zones" plan headed to Alameda County Board for vote
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The proposal for creating "ICE-free zones" in Alameda County passed a committee Thursday and is headed to the Board of Supervisors for a vote.

Meet the moderators: Journalists leading California's gubernatorial debate

MEET THE MODERATORS: The debate, in partnership with KTTV FOX 11 and the Black Action Alliance, will be held on Feb. 3 at the Ruth Williams Bay View Opera House in San Francisco.

The Race for California Governor: Submit your debate questions for candidates

Six candidates in the hotly contested race for California governor will square off in a debate next month. Submit your questions for the candidates here.

One year in: Poll reveals how Americans feel about Trump's return to White House

As President Donald Trump marks a full year of his second term, his approval ratings are shifting. From the economy to foreign policy, a new poll reveals what’s driving public opinion on his performance.