Supreme Court expands gun rights; What will this mean for California?
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In the wake of recent mass shootings, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Americans have the a right to carry concealed firearms in most public places without a permit. What will this mean for Californians?

California Gov. Gavin Newsom for president?

Some political analysts are now looking at Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent decision to start posting videos and calling out Republicans on Donald Trump's social media site as an indication he might want to lead the free world one day.

DOJ: Andrew Gillum, former candidate for Florida governor, indicted on wire fraud charges

Florida Democrat Andrew Gillum, the former Tallahassee mayor who nearly defeated Gov. Ron DeSantis in a run for Florida governor in 2018, has been indicted on wire fraud charges, according to the Department of Justice.

'Heightened alert': Abortion providers brace for Roe v. Wade ruling

Abortion providers and law enforcement officials worry about the public fallout once the Supreme Court decides on Roe v. Wade. Some also anticipate protests, harassment, and violence in states where abortion remains legal.

Senators have agreement on gun violence bill, lead Dem says

Senators have moved to the brink of an agreement on a bipartisan gun violence bill, meaning a vote could happen later this week.

Why are California gas prices so high? Lawmakers to investigate

Lawmakers announced they would investigate oil companies they say are “abusing a historic situation to suck profits from Californians’ wallets.”

The moments resonating from the Jan. 6 hearings (so far)

A standout moment from last week’s hearings was ex-Attorney General William Barr's testimony that he found former President Donald Trump “detached from reality” with his claims about election fraud.

Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control

The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.

Lawmakers ask Google to stop steering women to ‘fake’ abortion clinics

A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.

The Issue Is: Inflation, insurrection and icons

Gov. Gavin Newsom discusses the state's surplus and California's tax system. California Assembly Minority Leader James Gallagher stops by to discuss inflation, gas prices and the GOP's 2022 outlook. Rep. Pete Aguilar weighs in on this week's Jan. 6 committee hearings and LA Times Sacramento bureau chief John Myers discusses his retirement from journalism.

DACA 10-year anniversary sparks renewed push for passage of the Dream Act

Immigration advocates and organizations fighting for Dreamers will be using the anniversary to create a renewed push for Congress to pass the Dream Act.

LA Mayor's Race: Bass takes lead over Caruso

Rep. Karen Bass has pulled slightly ahead of billionaire real estate developer Rick Caruso as ballot-counting continues in the Los Angeles mayoral primary election -- but the two are still headed for a November runoff.

LA Mayor's Race: Bass takes lead over Caruso
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Rep. Karen Bass has pulled slightly ahead of billionaire real estate developer Rick Caruso as ballot-counting continues in the Los Angeles mayoral primary election -- but the two are still headed for a November runoff.

Abortion amendment moving quickly in California legislature

A proposed amendment to the California Constitution that would explicitly ban the state from denying or interfering with abortions or contraceptives cleared two legislative committees in a single day.

Michelle Obama stresses power of voting at Culture of Democracy Summit

Former First lady Michelle Obama delivered the keynote address at the Culture of Democracy Summit to discuss the importance and power of voting.

LA County to explore local gun sales rules

The proposal from the County Board of Supervisors would look at raising the age to purchase a long gun from 18 to 21, banning people on the federal no-fly list from purchasing guns, and more.

Biden to visit 'pariah' Saudi Arabia and Israel next month

President Joe Biden plans to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who U.S. intelligence officials determined ordered the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The Saudis say they look forward to welcoming Biden.