California's slow vote count draws scrutiny — here's why it takes longer than other states
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is projected to advance to the November general election, but the race for the second spot remains too close to call between Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Tom Steyer.
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is projected to advance to the November general election, but the race for the second spot remains too close to call between Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Tom Steyer.
Ocean Observatories Initiative dismantled by Trump administration: What to know
The Ocean Observatories Initiative, a network of over 900 sensors that track everything from climate change to extreme weather, is being dismantled by the Trump administration.
The Ocean Observatories Initiative, a network of over 900 sensors that track everything from climate change to extreme weather, is being dismantled by the Trump administration.
Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration
In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.
In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.
House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children
The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.
The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.
Supporters to turn in signatures this week for $30 minimum wage measure in Alameda County
Supporters of a $30 minimum wage initiative in Alameda County say they are turning in nearly double the signatures needed to qualify for the November ballot. They plan to turn in those signatures this week.
Supporters of a $30 minimum wage initiative in Alameda County say they are turning in nearly double the signatures needed to qualify for the November ballot. They plan to turn in those signatures this week.
Trump pardons Stephen Buyer, GOP congressman convicted of insider trading
President Donald Trump has pardoned Stephen Buyer, the former Republican congressman who spent two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information.
President Donald Trump has pardoned Stephen Buyer, the former Republican congressman who spent two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information.
Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
San Francisco sues Department of Energy over new standards for grant funding
The City of San Francisco on Friday filed a lawsuit against the Department of Energy over changes to emissions standards, which could cost the city over $130,000 in federal funding for clean energy.
The City of San Francisco on Friday filed a lawsuit against the Department of Energy over changes to emissions standards, which could cost the city over $130,000 in federal funding for clean energy.
12% of Americans say Iran war has been 'more positive than negative'
A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.
A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.
Oakland’s Measure E parcel tax trailing in early election results
A controversial parcel tax designed to bolster public safety and stave off service cuts appears to be heading toward defeat in Oakland, reflecting growing voter frustration over local taxation.
A controversial parcel tax designed to bolster public safety and stave off service cuts appears to be heading toward defeat in Oakland, reflecting growing voter frustration over local taxation.
Hilton campaigns in San Francisco as California primary votes still being counted
Even as votes continue to be counted in California's gubernatorial primary, one candidate spent part of Wednesday campaigning in the Bay Area.
Even as votes continue to be counted in California's gubernatorial primary, one candidate spent part of Wednesday campaigning in the Bay Area.
Matt Mahan says he'll seek a third term as San Jose mayor in 2028
One day after conceding the California gubernatorial race, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced he will remain in office and plans to run for reelection to a third term.
One day after conceding the California gubernatorial race, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced he will remain in office and plans to run for reelection to a third term.
Kennedy Center begins scrubbing Trump’s name following federal court ruling
The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated Press.
The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated Press.
Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton expected to plead guilty in classified information case
Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information as part of a plea agreement with federal prosecutors.
Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information as part of a plea agreement with federal prosecutors.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.