MLK Day 2026: Free entry announced for 200+ California State Parks

California Governor Gavin Newsom waives fees at 200+ state parks for MLK Day 2026, offering a free alternative to new entry fees at federal National Parks.

Gov. Gavin Newsom hosts Ben Shapiro on podcast

California Governor Gavin Newsom and conservative commentator Ben Shapiro debate contentious issues like state management, immigration, and tax policy, fueling national speculation about Newsom’s future political ambitions.

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Newsom and Shapiro discussed several topics including the state income tax and terrorism.

Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them? 

Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators

Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.

FOX 11 to host California gubernatorial debate on Feb. 3: What to know

Ahead of the 2026 election, FOX 11 and KTVU FOX 2 will host a gubernatorial debate with the candidates vying to become California's next governor.

Meet the moderators: Journalists leading California's gubernatorial debate

MEET THE MODERATORS: The debate, in partnership with KTVU FOX 2 and the Black Action Alliance, will be held on Feb. 3 at the Ruth Williams Bay View Opera House in San Francisco.

What is the Insurrection Act? Here's why it was last used in Los Angeles

The Insurrection Act has not been invoked since the 1992 Los Angeles Riots, making this the longest stretch the U.S. has gone without domestic military intervention.

Madison Sheahan, ICE's deputy director, resigns to run for Congress

Madison Sheahan, the deputy director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is leaving her role to run for Congress in Ohio. 

Federal judges allow California to use new US House map ahead of 2026 election

A federal three-judge panel ruled 2-1 to allow California to use a voter-approved congressional map designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.

Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem

An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.

DHS shares Stephen Miller clip telling ICE they have 'federal immunity'

DHS shared a clip Tuesday of top President Trump adviser Stephen Miller telling ICE officers they have “federal immunity" while enforcing immigration raids.

Newsom says California wealth tax 'really damaging' as billionaires move money, businesses out of state

Gov. Gavin Newsom warned that California's proposed 5% billionaire wealth tax is "bad economics" as high-profile residents like Larry Page and Larry Ellison begin moving assets out of the state.

Clintons refuse to comply with House Epstein subpoena for testimony

Former president Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Mark Kelly sues Pete Hegseth after being censured for 'illegal orders' video

U.S. Senator Mark Kelly announced on Monday he has filed a lawsuit after being censured by Pete Hegseth for his participation in a social media video where he and other lawmakers called on troops to "refuse illegal orders."