California Senate leader Toni Atkins announces run for governor in 2026
Toni Atkins, a Democrat from San Diego, made history as only the third person and the first woman to hold both of the state Legislature’s top jobs — speaker of the Assembly and president pro tempore of the Senate.
Newsom to veto proposed ban on tackle football for kids under 12
Gavin Newsom said he will not sign a proposed ban on tackle football for children under 12, ending advocates’ short-lived hopes of having the bill become law this year.
California sheriff blasts Newsom's 'pro-criminal agenda' after court blocks latest gun control law
Sheriff Chad Bianco says California has become a 'laughingstock' under Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Convicted killer granted parole under California 'elderly people law'; Victim's family speaks out
A California law lets a convicted killer out on an elderly parole law. The victim's family fears Walter Joseph Lewis may come back to retaliate.
LA street vendors consider taking legal action for alleged violation of 14th Amendment
The families running the stands in LA’s El Salvador Corridor want to be able to work safely and legally. They allege they’re not allowed to do so.
California Gov. Newsom to hold special election to replace former House Speaker McCarthy in March
Newsom set the March 19 primary date for the 20th Congressional District contest. If no candidate wins a majority of the vote, the top two vote-getters would advance to a May 21 matchup to fill the seat.
Adam Schiff raises nearly $6.3 million in Q4 of 2023
The U.S. Senate campaign of Rep. Adam Schiff raised nearly $6.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2023, a figure first reported by FOX 11.
2024 Election: FOX 11 to host first live California Senate debate
The four California candidates invited to participate in the debate include Democratic U.S. Reps. Adam Schiff, Katie Porter and Barbara Lee, as well as Republican businessman Steve Garvey.
New California laws 2024: health insurance for undocumented residents
Under this new law, undocumented Californians of any age will be eligible for Medi-Cal insurance starting in 2024.
New California laws 2024: Income-based electric bills
California residents might soon find their electric bills to be reflective of income, rather than actual electricity usage, under this new state law.
Gavin Newsom blasts effort to block Trump from California ballot: 'We defeat candidates at the polls'
Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized fellow Democrats for considering blocking former president Donald Trump from California's 2024 presidential primary ballot.
Outdoor dining is here to stay, LA officials greenlight ordinance to make 'Al Fresco' dining permanent
The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously to make the once temporary, pandemic-era outdoor dining program, a permanent and protected policy.
New California laws 2024: Gender-neutral toy sections required at stores
California retail stores with more than 500 employees will soon face fines for failing to offer "gender-neutral" toy sections.
New California laws 2024: Minimum wage up to $20 for fast-food workers
Fast-food workers in California will make at least $20 an hour starting Spring 2024.
New California laws 2024: Speed cameras to be implemented in these CA cities
The speed cameras will automatically issue tickets to drivers going at least 11 miles per hour over the speed limit. Here's where they will be implemented.
New California laws 2024: Lowrider cruising in California to become legal statewide
Lowrider cruising across California will become legal on January 1, 2023, ending a decades-long ban on the popular pastime that holds cultural significance for many communities.
Gavin Newsom, Ron DeSantis hurl insults in FOX News debate with Hannity
The debate between Gov. Gavin Newsom and Gov. Ron DeSantis was not short of theatrics and two men talking over each other.
California to pay millions to clear homeless camps; state senator says residents being gaslighted
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a $300 million-dollar effort this week to remove homeless encampments across the state amid a housing crisis.
Redistricting commission OK'd by LA City Council 1 year after City Hall's leaked recording scandal
The leaked audio recorded former Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez, former councilmember Gil Cedillo and current councilmember Kevin De León discussing ways to redraw districts in their favor and making racist comments about a colleague's son.
Assemblywoman Wendy Carrillo arrested for suspected DUI
Assemblywoman Wendy Carrillo, a Los Angeles Democrat who is vying for the City Council seat held by Kevin de León, was arrested early Friday on suspicion of driving under the influence.