OC extends candidate filing deadline for three primary offices
Orange County officials have extended the June primary filing deadline to Wednesday for the 38th Congressional and 68th/72nd Assembly districts.
Orange County officials have extended the June primary filing deadline to Wednesday for the 38th Congressional and 68th/72nd Assembly districts.
Villanueva challenges Luna as LA County primary field takes shape
Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins eight challengers filing to run against Robert Luna in the June 2 LA County primary election.
Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins eight challengers filing to run against Robert Luna in the June 2 LA County primary election.
'Bye Girl!' What California Gov. Newsom said about Kristi Noem's departure
It didn't take long for California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his fiery social media team to weigh in on President Trump firing Kristi Noem on Thursday from the head of the Department of Homeland Security. “BYE GIRL!" Newsom shared on X.
It didn't take long for California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his fiery social media team to weigh in on President Trump firing Kristi Noem on Thursday from the head of the Department of Homeland Security. “BYE GIRL!" Newsom shared on X.
Crowded Democratic race for California Governor
Is the Democratic side of the race for California Governor getting too crowded? The California Democratic Party's chair claims it might give Republican candidates an edge come Nov. 2026.
Is the Democratic side of the race for California Governor getting too crowded? The California Democratic Party's chair claims it might give Republican candidates an edge come Nov. 2026.
California Democratic chair warns crowded governor race could hand GOP a top-two win
California Democratic Party Chair Rusty Hicks is calling on gubernatorial candidates to reassess their viability amid a crowded primary field, warning that too many Democrats in the race could result in two Republicans advancing to the general election.
California Democratic Party Chair Rusty Hicks is calling on gubernatorial candidates to reassess their viability amid a crowded primary field, warning that too many Democrats in the race could result in two Republicans advancing to the general election.
Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California
The Supreme Court temporarily blocked a California law that prevents schools from notifying parents if students change their pronouns or gender expression.
The Supreme Court temporarily blocked a California law that prevents schools from notifying parents if students change their pronouns or gender expression.
Last-minute arrest blocks release of serial child predator granted parole in California
David Allen Funston, a convicted child predator, remains in custody after Placer County issued a new arrest warrant, halting his scheduled parole release.
David Allen Funston, a convicted child predator, remains in custody after Placer County issued a new arrest warrant, halting his scheduled parole release.
Public Storage moving headquarters from California to Texas after 50+ years
Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.
Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.
Gov. Newsom 'bans' Kid Rock from California
Gov. Gavin Newsom has apparently seen enough.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has apparently seen enough.
Newsom dubs Trump as 'temporary' during global climate address
California Governor Gavin Newsom used the Munich Security Conference to critique President Donald Trump’s climate policy and announce a new economic partnership with Ukraine.
California Governor Gavin Newsom used the Munich Security Conference to critique President Donald Trump’s climate policy and announce a new economic partnership with Ukraine.
Newsom announces 29,000 arrests in sweeping crackdown on organized retail theft
California Governor Gavin Newsom reports 29,060 arrests and $226 million in recovered goods in a massive two-year crackdown on organized retail theft.
California Governor Gavin Newsom reports 29,060 arrests and $226 million in recovered goods in a massive two-year crackdown on organized retail theft.
Internal records show Bass asserted 'ultimate authority' over post-Palisades Fire messaging
Internal emails suggest Mayor Karen Bass directed the LAFD’s media strategy following the 2025 Palisades Fire after-action report.
Internal emails suggest Mayor Karen Bass directed the LAFD’s media strategy following the 2025 Palisades Fire after-action report.
Pam Bondi makes 'crime' claims about Culver City; Mayor says stats say otherwise. Locals also disagree with AG
Some residents called Bondi’s remarks about crime in Culver City an insult and a deflection, arguing the focus should have remained on the Epstein files.
Some residents called Bondi’s remarks about crime in Culver City an insult and a deflection, arguing the focus should have remained on the Epstein files.
California expands wildfire survivor mortgage relief to $100,000
Governor Newsom has expanded the CalAssist Mortgage Fund to provide $100,000 in mortgage relief grants for California fire survivors and increases income eligibility.
Governor Newsom has expanded the CalAssist Mortgage Fund to provide $100,000 in mortgage relief grants for California fire survivors and increases income eligibility.
Report exposes new ICE hubs near California schools, clinics — See where
Federal records obtained by WIRED reveal a massive ICE expansion across California, with new offices appearing near schools and sensitive locations.
Federal records obtained by WIRED reveal a massive ICE expansion across California, with new offices appearing near schools and sensitive locations.
LA County votes yes to sales tax increase
The LA Co. Board of Supervisors voted yes Tuesday on a proposal to place a temporary half-cent sales tax increase. The proposal will be up for Los Angeles County residents to vote yes or no on June 2026.
The LA Co. Board of Supervisors voted yes Tuesday on a proposal to place a temporary half-cent sales tax increase. The proposal will be up for Los Angeles County residents to vote yes or no on June 2026.
Mark Zuckerberg becomes latest California billionaire to relocate to Florida amid tax concerns
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly relocating from California to Florida, acquiring a $150 million mansion in Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" amid a proposed 5% California wealth tax.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly relocating from California to Florida, acquiring a $150 million mansion in Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" amid a proposed 5% California wealth tax.
California political advisor sentenced for operating as illegal Chinese agent: DOJ
Yaoning "Mike" Sun was sentenced to 48 months for acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government and influencing a California city council election.
Yaoning "Mike" Sun was sentenced to 48 months for acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government and influencing a California city council election.
New California bill seeks to make remote work permanent for some employees
California Assembly Bill 1729 seeks to establish remote work for state employees and challenge Governor Newsom’s July 1 return-to-office mandate.
California Assembly Bill 1729 seeks to establish remote work for state employees and challenge Governor Newsom’s July 1 return-to-office mandate.
Mayor Bass takes new action against ICE in LA
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Tuesday signed a new executive directive for immigrant protections as a new county report reveals $840 million in losses due to federal enforcement.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Tuesday signed a new executive directive for immigrant protections as a new county report reveals $840 million in losses due to federal enforcement.