Californians could receive another round of checks from the government

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to send people another round of government checks, this time to help offset the record-high cost of gas, will do more than just win him political points in an election year — it could help him balance the state’s budget.

Why two Los Angeles County prosecutors are suing DA Gascón

Senior Los Angeles Deputy District Attorneys Maria Ramirez and Victor Rodriguez announced a lawsuit against District Attorney George Gascón, alleging they were reassigned because they complained about certain policies.

E-bikes as alternative to cars gain traction amid rising gas prices

As gas prices continue to rise across California and the nation, some are looking into alternative modes of transportation.

Newsom wants tax rebate, touts ‘California Way’ of governing

California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed a tax rebate Tuesday amid record-high prices at the pump but rejected calls to increase oil drilling during his State of the State address Tuesday.

Gas prices: California has highest prices, Oklahoma has lowest

Gas prices in California are skyrocketing to record highs - but which state has the lowest right now? If you're looking for cheaper gas, you'll have to travel to Oklahoma.

President Biden bans Russian oil imports over Ukraine war

The move follows pleas by Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelenskyy to U.S. and Western officials to cut off the imports, which had been a glaring omission the massive sanctions put in place on Russia over the invasion.

Kamala Harris marking ‘Bloody Sunday’ anniversary in Selma

Thousands are gathering for this year’s reenactment of the Edmund Pettus Bridge crossing to commemorate “Bloody Sunday,” the day in 1965 when white police attacked Black voting rights marchers.

Biden announces $54M Siemens investment, planned US factory jobs

President Biden joined the CEO of Siemens USA to announce a $54M investment to produce equipment for electrical infrastructure, creating 300 more jobs at California and Texas sites.

Gov. Newsom proposes to force some homeless people into treatment

The proposal by Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, would require all counties in California to set up a mental health branch in civil court to assist people in need of help but who won’t accept services.

Angelenos sound off on Wednesday's State of the Union address
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FOX 11's Hal Eisner asked Southern Californians to weigh in on President Joe Biden's upcoming State of the Union address.

Elon Musk says his Starlink internet is ‘now active’ in Ukraine

A top Ukrainian official lamented that while Elon Musk was trying to “colonize Mars,” Russia was trying to occupy the country. Hours later, the tech billionaire responded to say Starlink had been activated in the area.

Special Report: Rep. Ted Lieu on Russia-Ukraine crisis
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FOX 11 was joined by Congressman Ted Lieu as weighs in on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Rep. Lieu also discusses the United States' decision to place economic sanctions on Russia.