Former Santa Clara councilman sentenced to jail time after lying to jury
A former councilman for the City of Santa Clara was sentenced to jail time for a conviction for lying to a civil grand jury, Deputy District Attorney Jason Malinsky said on Friday.
California legislators reject two bills banning transgender women in female sports
A political analyst says this vote not only clarified how most voters in California feel but it also sent a message to President Trump.
U.S. Dept. of Education investigating California over gender identity privacy law
The U.S. Department of Education is going after California over gender identity policies in schools.
‘They didn’t lift a damn finger’: California crime victim fund ordered to change practices
California established the first-of-its-kind victim compensation program 60 years ago. Today, it’s overseen by three members: State Controller Malia Cohen; Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton; and a representative from Newsom’s cabinet, Government Operations Secretary Amy Tong.
Lisa Gauthier: From abuse survivor to San Mateo County Board Supervisor
Gauthier began her political career in 2012 when elected to the East Palo Alto City Council.
Contra Costa County DA served with 'Notice of Intent' to recall
Another Bay Area District Attorney is facing a recall effort, this time in Contra Costa County. District Attorney Diana Becton was served with a “Notice of Intent to Recall" on Monday.
Homelessness & temporary housing top priorities in San Jose budget plan
There is still some opposition to his plan which includes arresting unhoused people who refuse shelter.
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.
Kamala Harris reportedly considering run for California governor
If she runs, she would seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, who will be term-limited.
SF's Great Highway park opening soon, name ideas wanted from public
San Francisco's newest park, along what will shortly become the former Upper Great Highway, will officially open on April 12.
Fighting Back Against Trump: Rep. Mark DeSaulnier holds town hall in Moraga
People asked questions about the future of social security, the spread of disinformation, and the power of Elon Musk.
First District 3 candidate forum held to replace Omar Torres in San Jose
Torres resigned last year and is now in jail facing child sexual assault charges.
San Jose City Council appoints interim District 3 council member after Torres arrest
Salas will occupy the seat left vacant after former Councilman Omar Torres resigned after being arrested for alleged child sexual abuse.
House votes to keep transgender women out of women's sports
The House passed a bill that could change Title IX and guarantee that only people assigned female when they were born can play girls or women’s sports.
San Jose to implement new Daylighting road safety improvements in phases
The new law will require vehicles to park at least 20 feet away from the approaching side of all crosswalks.
Biden postpones California event creating new national monuments protecting tribal lands
President Joe Biden was in Southern California to announce the creation of two new national monuments honoring tribal lands. The event has since been postponed.
San Francisco prepares to welcome a new mayor
San Francisco is set to swear in a new mayor on Wednesday. Civic Center Plaza is buzzing with activity, covering the ground with flooring and building a riser, as the city prepares to swear in Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie on Wednesday.
Jimmy Carter dies: California reacts to 39th president's death
Politicians, voters, and residents across California were remembering the life and legacy of Jimmy Carter on Sunday, after news of the 39th president's death spread across the world.
California judges say they're underpaid, new lawsuit could cost taxpayers millions
California judges make a good living. They earn at least $240,000 and can count on a raise just about every year, a requirement that’s written into state law.
Santa Clara vice mayor resigns after jury finds him guilty of perjury over leaked report
Santa Clara city councilman Anthony Becker has resigned from his position after serving the city for the past four years.