Louisiana classrooms must display Ten Commandments under new law
Louisiana is now the first state in the nation to require the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom - from kindergarten to state-funded universities.
CNN finalizes rules for first Biden vs. Trump debate, RFK Jr. could still qualify
CNN has finalized the rules for the first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, which is less than two weeks away.
Assemblyman Evan Low seeks new state law making recounts automatic in close races
Two months after a recount secured the second spot in the 16th Congressional District race, Assemblyman Evan Low, (D) San Jose, said he's introducing a bill to mandate a recount in razor-close state-wide races.
77-year-old North Bay man convicted of voter fraud after social media posts
A 77-year-old man from Sonoma County was convicted of one count of voter fraud after he posted on social media about voting twice in the past two elections, county prosecutors announced Wednesday.
New California laws go into effect on July 1
Starting July 1, a batch of new laws will take effect in California, ranging from legislation banning junk fees, to a law designed to prevent victims from getting unknowingly drugged at bars and clubs.
Pres. Biden will not pardon Hunter or commute sentence, he says
President Joe Biden said he will not use his presidential powers to lessen the eventual sentence that his son Hunter will receive for his federal felony conviction on gun crimes.
First Lady Jill Biden to visit Bay Area this week
First Lady Jill Biden is set to arrive Thursday evening in the Bay Area to attend a campaign fundraiser, according to the White House.
5 leading candidates pitch to voters during first SF mayoral debate
On Wednesday night, during the first San Francisco mayoral debate leading up to the November election, the five leading candidates addressed some of the biggest concerns for the future of the city.
Abortion pill case: Supreme Court rejects limits to mifepristone access
In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a push to restrict access to mifepristone, a medication used for abortions.
Congressional Baseball Game descends into chaos after protesters storm field
Several arrests were made at the Congressional Baseball Game for Charity Wednesday night after people in attendance who appeared to be protesters of climate change stormed the field at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.
Alito agrees U.S. should return to 'place of godliness' in secret recording, filmmaker claims
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito questioned the possibility of left-right compromise and agreed that the U.S. should return "to a place of godliness" in a secretly recorded conversation posted by filmmaker Lauren Windsor.
Hunter Biden faces trial on federal tax charges next
Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial is complete, but the first son faces more criminal charges in California, with a trial set to begin in September.
Hunter Biden found guilty in gun trial
Hunter Biden has been convicted of all three felony charges in his federal gun trial in Delaware.
Rudy Giuliani's mugshot released as he's accused in Arizona's fake electors scheme
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office released Rudy Giuliani's mugshot on June 10 as he's accused in Arizona's fake electors scheme.
‘Battleground’ debuts: Here’s how to watch
‘Battleground,’ a new show taking a local-first approach to covering the swing states in this year’s presidential election, debuts this week.
California exodus continues as conservative states attract blue-state residents: Report
Californians fleeing the blue state over its high cost of living are showing no signs of slowing down, according to a new report.
Social media post claims Trump juror discussed guilty verdict before it was delivered
The Facebook post says, "My cousin is a juror and says Trump is getting convicted! Thank you folks for all your hard work!!!!"
Supreme Court justices disclose how many gifts they received
Justice Clarence Thomas is acknowledging more travel paid for by Republican megadonor Harlan Crow, while several colleagues reported six-figure payments as part of book deals.
Hundreds of Trump supporters in San Francisco? You bet
“I wanna make sure to show Donald J. Trump that I support him,” said Mary Pelican of Fremont. “I wouldn't miss this day for a million dollars.”
Steve Bannon must surrender to prison by July 1 to start sentence, judge says
Steve Bannon, an ally of former President Donald Trump, was found guilty on two counts of contempt of Congress in July 2022.