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?
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Madison Sheahan, ICE's deputy director, resigns to run for Congress
Madison Sheahan, the deputy director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is leaving her role to run for Congress in Ohio.
Madison Sheahan, the deputy director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is leaving her role to run for Congress in Ohio.
Federal judges allow California to use new US House map ahead of 2026 election
A federal three-judge panel ruled 2-1 to allow California to use a voter-approved congressional map designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
A federal three-judge panel ruled 2-1 to allow California to use a voter-approved congressional map designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
Walz impeachment articles drafted by Minnesota House lawmakers
Arguing that “[taxpayers] are demanding accountability of their elected officials," Minnesota House Republicans are set to introduce articles of impeachment against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
Arguing that “[taxpayers] are demanding accountability of their elected officials," Minnesota House Republicans are set to introduce articles of impeachment against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
Here's what Americans are saying about Trump's involvement in Venezuela: poll
Americans are weighing in on the president's latest actions and whether military involvement actually benefits the U.S.
Americans are weighing in on the president's latest actions and whether military involvement actually benefits the U.S.
Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
Trump seen flipping off Ford worker: What we know after president's interaction at Michigan plant
Video from inside the Ford Rouge complex in Dearborn showed President Donald Trump apparently flipping off a worker and swearing after the worker yelled at the president.
Video from inside the Ford Rouge complex in Dearborn showed President Donald Trump apparently flipping off a worker and swearing after the worker yelled at the president.
Clintons refuse to comply with House Epstein subpoena for testimony
Former president Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
Former president Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
State of Minnesota sues Trump admin in attempt to end ICE surge
The State of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recent ICE surge in the Twin Cities.
The State of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recent ICE surge in the Twin Cities.
Bill introduced to make Greenland 51st state
Rep. Randy Fine, who introduced the bill on Monday, said he wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland voluntarily.
Rep. Randy Fine, who introduced the bill on Monday, said he wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland voluntarily.
More Americans identify as political independents than ever, poll finds
The shift in people leaning towards this political group reached a new high last year based on findings from a new poll.
The shift in people leaning towards this political group reached a new high last year based on findings from a new poll.
Thousands gather Saturday for Bay Area anti-ICE protests
Several protests were held in the Bay Area Saturday, demanding an end to increased immigration enforcement in U.S. cities.
Several protests were held in the Bay Area Saturday, demanding an end to increased immigration enforcement in U.S. cities.
Proposed legislation in California, New York would allow residents to sue federal agents
Following the shooting death of a Minneapolis woman at the hands of federal agents on Wednesday, lawmakers in New York and other states have moved to introduce legislation that allows federal agents to be sued in state court. Those bills echo the language of a California bill introduced by State Senator Scott Wiener last year.
Following the shooting death of a Minneapolis woman at the hands of federal agents on Wednesday, lawmakers in New York and other states have moved to introduce legislation that allows federal agents to be sued in state court. Those bills echo the language of a California bill introduced by State Senator Scott Wiener last year.