California Assembly passes bill on child trafficking

Earlier this week, Democrats on the Assembly Public Safety Committee chose not to advance the bill that could have sent human traffickers of kids to prison for life.

State assembly committee unblocks bill that would increase penalties for trafficking minors

Democrats in the California Assembly Committee blocked a bill that would make sex trafficking of minors a serious crime in the state. Supporters of the SB 14 and survivors of human trafficking were both shocked and outraged.

London Breed is highest paid CA mayor, salary report shows

San Francisco Mayor London Breed had the highest California mayoral salary last year, according to data from the California State Controller.

Rep. Grace Napolitano announces retirement at 86

Rep. Grace Napolitano has served in Congress for 24 years and represents California's 31st Congressional District.

Karen Bass updates LA City zoning code
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The LA Mayor explained the new city ordinance will pave the way for building more affordable housing.

Morning-after pill vending machines gain popularity at college campuses post-Roe

Since last November, a library at the University of Washington has featured a different kind of vending machine. It's stocked with ibuprofen, pregnancy tests and the morning-after pill.

These new California laws take effect July 2023

From criminal records being sealed to private citizens being allowed to sue companies over alleged sale of ghost guns, here's a look at new California laws that will impact your life beginning July 1, 2023.

SCOTUS rules in favor of web designer in LGBTQ+ case
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Supreme Court limits LGBTQ protections with ruling in favor of Christian web designer. The Supreme Court Friday ruled in favor of a Christian web designer in Colorado who refuses to create websites to celebrate same-sex weddings out of religious objections.

Federal prosecutors allege LA County failed to comply with disability rights

Los Angeles County discriminated against persons with disabilities at vote centers in Pasadena, North Hollywood, Downey and Watts during recent elections, federal prosecutors alleged in a lawsuit claiming violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Mike Pence meets with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in surprise trip to Ukraine

The former vice president’s visit was to discuss matters of mutual interest between the two countries and to reaffirm U.S. support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.

AB 1352 would allow school boards to remove members
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FOX 11's Special Report was joined by John Andersen, chairman of the Ventura County Republican Party, to discuss Assembly Bill 1352.

Vote by Tuesday for LA City Council's 6th District special election

The winner will go on to replace former Council President Nury Martinez, who resigned after backlash over leaked audio tapes.