East Bay U.S. Rep. Lateefah Simon: Working with a Republican-controlled Congress
Lateefah Simon, the Congresswoman elect for California's 12th district representing the East Bay, said she's ready to roll up her sleeves and work for her constituents.
State lawmakers begin quest to 'Trump-proof' California
A special legislative session got underway in Sacramento on Monday in an effort to 'Trump-proof" California.
Record number of women hold California Legislature seats
The California state Legislature will see a record high of 59 women serving this season.
California’s Republican caucus is growing and more diverse, but it’s a long way from power
The Republican caucus in California’s Legislature is growing more diverse as Latino and Asian American candidates apparently flipped three Democrat-held seats, including unseating an incumbent Democrat senator for the first time in a presidential election since 1980.
Caitlyn Jenner considers another run to become California governor
Caitlyn Jenner, the gold-medal Olympian-turned reality TV personality, is considering another run for Governor of California. This time, she says, if she were to go up against Vice President Kamala Harris, she would “destroy her."
Newsom's proposed EV rebate under fire, as Tesla may not qualify
Governor Gavin Newsom is promising to continue the electric vehicle rebate program in California, but his new proposal could exclude Tesla through a market share cap.
Bilal Mahmood: 1st Muslim and South Asian elected to San Francisco Board of Supervisors
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors will have a number of new faces. Bilal Mahmood beat out incumbent Dean Preston in District 5 which includes the Tenderloin. He said he's proud to become the city's first Muslim and South Asian elected to the Board of Supervisors.
Trump responds to Newsom's plan to 'Trump-proof' California
President-elect Donald Trump clapped back at Gov. Gavin Newsom's call for lawmakers to convene a special session later this year to safeguard the state’s progressive policies ahead of another Trump presidency.
Is progressive politics dead in California? Experts weigh in
With counties turning red and liberal politicians getting ousted during the last election, the question on many people's minds is: Is progressive politics dead in California?
Silicon Valley Congress member Anna Eshoo reflects on final days in office
Eshoo is retiring after 32 years of representing Silicon Valley. Former San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo will replace her.
SF's Prop K measure to close down part of Great Highway passes, supporters say
San Francisco's Proposition K, the measure to determine if part of the Great Highway would be closed to vehicle traffic alongside Ocean Beach, has passed.
Trump responds to Newsom's plan to protect California laws ahead of new presidency
In a post on Truth Social Friday, Donald Trump blasted California Governor Gavin Newsom's plan to safeguard the state from the president-elect's future policies.
These California counties flipped from blue to red this election year
Could the state of California slowly turn red?
Plans to replace disgraced San Jose councilman Omar Torres underway
As councilman Omar Torres waits in the Santa Clara County Main Jail for a bail hearing next week, plans to find his replacement in San Jose city government are taking shape.
Live 2024 Election Results: California Propositions
Californians are voting on several ballot measures, including Prop 36, Prop 3, Prop 33, Prop 6 and Prop 32. Follow along here for live election results.
Congressional district candidates make last pitch to Silicon Valley voters
Silicon Valley’s District 16 is up for grabs for the first time in over three decades, making it a highly contested race.
Harris won’t say how she voted on California measure that would reverse criminal justice reforms
California’s approach to crime is a central issue in this election cycle. Crime data shows the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles saw a steady increase in shoplifting between 2021 and 2022, according to a study by the nonpartisan Public Policy Institute of California.
Gov. Newsom endorses Evan Low as Dist. 16 congressional candidate
The race has been contentions, including a recount of primary votes.
2024 Election: Several California ballot measures buck historical trends
The ballot includes proposals on topics ranging from wildfire prevention funding to expanding rent control protections.
Oakland union says it didn't endorse Thao's anti-recall effort, despite use of logo
The Nor Cal Carpenters Union says Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao used its name and logo without permission on the anti-recall website.