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.

Avenatti says he wants to plead guilty to California charges
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Incarcerated lawyer Michael Avenatti says he plans to plead guilty to charges in a federal court case in Southern California accusing him of cheating clients out of millions of dollars.

Second January 6 hearing: Trump 'detached from reality' over election, former AG Barr says

Trump’s closest campaign advisers, top government officials, and even his family testified during the second January 6 hearing, dismantling his false claims of 2020 voting fraud.

Michelle Obama to deliver keynote speech at Culture of Democracy Summit
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The Summit of the Americas has come and gone, but another gathering of big names will occur at Banc of California Stadium in Exposition Park Monday, with former first lady Michelle Obama set to deliver the keynote address at the Culture of Democracy Summit.

California senator receives death threat, sex obscenities: report

Police searched the San Francisco home of state Sen. Scott Wiener after the politician received a written death threat filled with hate language and sexual obscenities.

Gun safety proposal announced by bipartisan group of Senators

A group of Senate Democrats and Republicans announced Sunday the outline of a gun deal that includes modest curbs on obtaining firearms, plus aid for mental health and schools.

“The Issue Is”: Gov. Newsom, Vice President Harris, and Second Gentleman Emhoff

Fresh off his leading performance, Governor Newsom returned to “The Issue Is” for an expansive conversation with Elex Michaelson, to talk crime, climate change, gun control, the national Democratic party.

Summit of the Americas: President Biden discusses inflation, product shortages in San Pedro

President Biden made a speech at the Port of Los Angeles Friday on inflation and the actions the administration has taken to lower prices and address supply chain challenges.

The Capitol Riot evidence video: A harrowing American moment, repackaged for prime time

Promised: New footage. New testimony. New and damning revelations designed to eliminate all doubt. Hired to package it all for the airwaves: A former network news president.

California, Canada create climate action partnership at Summit of the Americas

Gov. Gavin Newsom met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles Thursday to enter into a partnership aimed at advancing climate action.

California Dems want abortion to be a constitutional right

The right to an abortion and to use or refuse contraceptives would be enshrined in the California Constitution under an amendment announced Wednesday by Democratic legislative leaders who are seeking to blunt a possible U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning federal abortion protections.

What to know ahead of Nov. 2022 runoff for LA County Sheriff
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It's now down to two candidates as incumbent Alex Villanueva and retired Long Beach police chief Robert Luna both advanced to the Nov. 2022 runoff in the battle for LA County Sheriff.