California lawmakers side with wildfire victims, reject bill to limit utility payouts for fires
In Sacramento, state lawmakers have sided with wildfire survivors in a key vote. The California legislature rejected a…
Democratic Senate control has moved from a reach to a toss-up
Today we discuss political forecasting, death and taxes. Goodness! We’re just 65 days from election day. Time flies…
California’s new attempt to help struggling newsrooms faces key test
A new plan by California lawmakers to help fund the state’s struggling journalism organizations could advance in the…
California lawmakers resurrect $7.5 billion research bond to counter federal cuts
A multibillion dollar bond proposal that sought to fund scientific research amid federal funding cuts failed to meet…
California Legislature Protects Wildfire Survivors’ Rights and Rejects Higher Insurance Costs, Says Consumer Watchdog
Legislature Stands Up to Governor Newsom and His Utility Allies, Delivering a Major Victory for Wildfire Survivors and…
Long Beach Had 53 Traffic Deaths in 2025. It’s Asking Newsom for Help.
Long Beach had 53 traffic deaths in 2025, the highest number in more than a decade. Now the…
California Democrats announce deal to refine 2019 child sex abuse law
California Democrats on Thursday announced a deal that would change how child sexual abuse claims are handled in…
California lawmakers reach deal to tweak childhood sex abuse law — but rebuff damage caps
California lawmakers said Thursday that they plan to make “modest” changes to a controversial law that gave victims…
A 9th Circuit Ruling Could Complicate Bill Essayli’s Role in L.A.
Judges ruled Monday that a Nevada attorney serving as first assistant U.S. attorney could no longer hold power…
What ‘Suspense Day’ means for proposed California laws
‘Suspense Day’ is here. What it means for proposed California laws Thursday will mark one of the most…
Letters: Stan’s, Randy’s make Santa Clara doughnut heaven
Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Stan’s and Randy’s…
‘We just don’t know’: As Iran war enters 6th month, UC Berkeley professors say future is uncertain | National
As the U.S.’s war with Iran enters its sixth month, the future of the conflict remains uncertain, according…