Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas charged with drug trafficking and money laundering: DOJ

Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, one of the state's most influential Democrats, was charged Thursday in connection with an alleged role leading a criminal enterprise that acquired and distributed large quantities of marijuana and laundered the proceeds, according to federal authorities.

Prediction markets vs. polls: What are they saying about the 2026 midterms?

Prediction markets and traditional polls offer different ways to assess the 2026 midterm elections. Polls measure voters’ current preferences, while prediction markets reflect traders’ expectations about which candidates or parties will win.

Trump slams LeBron James over National Anthem video: 'TOTAL DISGRACE'

President Donald Trump has reignited his long-standing feud with NBA superstar LeBron James, taking to Truth Social to call out the Sixers star and demand an apology over his behavior during the national anthem.

2 teen girls arrested in alleged Corona High School revenge shooting plot

Authorities disrupted an alleged mass shooting plot at Corona High School, arresting two 15-year-old female students after digital communications were flagged by Meta and the FBI.

LA City Council votes to identify $460,000 for public bank study amid budget concerns

The LA City Council voted 11-3 to identify $460,000 for a feasibility study on establishing a city-owned public bank. Supporters say a public bank could help finance affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure while keeping more money local.

City-run bank study passes LA City Council
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The Los Angeles City Council voted 11-3 to identify $460,000 for a feasibility study on establishing a city-owned public bank. Supporters say a public bank could help finance affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure while keeping more money local.

Xavier Becerra details plans for California, "Do more, do it better"
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In an in-depth interview, gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra outlines his vision to "do more, do better" for the people of California if elected as the next governor. 

One-on-one with LA City Attorney candidate Marissa Roy
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FOX Local's Glen Walker sits down one-on-one with LA City Attorney candidate, Marissa Roy. She faces John McKinney in the race. 

One-on-one with LA City Attorney candidate John McKinney
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FOX Local's Glen Walker sits down with LA City Attorney candidate, John McKinney, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. He is facing Marissa Roy in the race.

Vance blasts GOP pushback to Ramaswamy ad featuring Acton's estranged mother during Ohio stop

Vice President JD Vance criticized some of his fellow Republicans Wednesday, saying he is "disgusted" by their pushback against an ad by Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy that features the estranged mother of his Democratic opponent, Dr. Amy Acton. 

Social Security corrects nearly 50 million records in largest SSN cleanup in agency history

The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.

One of 11 arrested in California voter fraud crackdown speaks out

Omar Muñoz, a lawful permanent resident, denies registering to vote or casting ballots despite facing federal charges.

Report looks into decades-long 'disinformation' war
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Erik Simon, of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, speaks on, "The War for Western Minds: The Iran Report," which looks into how Iran reportedly turned antisemitism into a "precision instrument aimed at American society."

Controversial ad featuring Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate’s mother made by GOP opponent

The controversial new political advertisement featuring the estranged mother of Ohio Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton calling her daughter “a liar" was produced by her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign team, the GOP nominee’s camp confirmed Tuesday night. 

Barger warns against new LA County executive seat
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LA County Board of Supervisor Kathryn Barger warns against the new executive position, which includes a salary of more than $500,000 and oversees the county board. Barger argues the job comes with too much power and "a clear conflict" to incumbent county leaders. She pledged to not go after the opening.

Steve Hilton outlines platform ahead of Election Day
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With Election Day just two weeks away, Steve Hilton is bidding to become the first Republican elected governor of California in 20 years. He spoke to KTVU's Greg Lee about his plans if elected, including AI in school, the state budget, voter integrity and much more. 

New $25 million whistleblower program promises big payouts sooner, DOJ says

A new Justice Department whistleblower program promises big paydays to those who report certain federal healthcare offenses and fraud related to government programs and is designed to deliver a sizable chunk of those rewards much more quickly. 

Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy, dead at 42

Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.