San Francisco Democrats fight over what comes after Pelosi
For nearly four decades, San Francisco politics revolved around one towering Democratic figure: Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA). Now,…
With a background in community organizing, Richard Barrera wants to build more coalitions to improve California’s schools – Pasadena Star News
Like many, Richard Barrera can remember a pivotal moment a teacher had in his life. For him, it…
With a background in community organizing, Richard Barrera wants to build more coalitions to improve California’s schools – Orange County Register
Like many, Richard Barrera can remember a pivotal moment a teacher had in his life. For him, it…
Milpitas City Council approves business tax measure for Nov. 3 ballot – The Mercury News
A taxing effort The Milpitas City Council on Aug. 3 unanimously approved placing a measure on the Nov. 3…
He’s one of San Diego County’s highest-paid schools chiefs. Now he’s running to help lead another district, too. – San Diego Union-Tribune
The longtime superintendent of an East County school district — consistently one of the highest-paid in the county…
Letters: Palm trees belong in L.A., not ‘Valley of Oaks’
Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Palm trees have…
Candidate fields take shape for City Council elections in Orange County – Orange County Register
The final filing period for those who wanted to run for local city council offices has closed. Here…
Plan to restructure LA city panels sets off cry of ‘punishment’ – Daily Breeze
By JOSE HERRERA, City News Service The Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday approved a plan to restructure…
Candidate filing period extended for these local Orange County races – Orange County Register
Those interested in running for certain local offices across Orange County this November have a few extra days…
California ballot campaigns have spent $213 million. The biggest fight is over billionaires – Daily Breeze
Several campaigns opposing a November ballot measure that would place an additional tax on billionaire wealth have raised…
Cupertino celebrates India Independence Day on Aug. 13 – The Mercury News
Flagging independence The Cupertino-Bhubaneswar Sister City Initiative is hosting an Aug. 13 flag raising ceremony on Aug. 13…
Influence of California’s independent voters in the 2026 election growing – Orange County Register
Untethered from either of the two major political parties, independents are one of California’s fastest-growing voting blocs. And…