How Vietnamese lawmakers struck back after a California county declared Jane Fonda Day
The Vietnamese community in California feels offended by the declaration of Jane Fonda Day on April 30th, a significant day for Vietnamese-Americans. [ more ]
Former state Controller Betty Yee announces campaign for California governor
Betty Yee is running for California governor in 2026, aiming to become the state's first female governor.
The 2026 governor's race will feature a diverse pool of Democratic candidates vying for the coveted position in the nation's most populous state. [ more ]
Democrats and Republicans find middle ground on California's Prop. 1 to fund mental health care
State Senator Shannon Grove, a Donald Trump supporter and co-chair of the failed recall effort against Governor Newsom, is supporting his Proposition 1 ballot measure to boost funding for mental health.
Proposition 1 represents a rare instance of bipartisan agreement in California, as both Republicans and Democrats are coming together to address the state's homelessness and mental health crisis.
The measure, which asks voters to update California's mental health services system and provide more treatment beds through a $6.4 billion bond, has received significant bipartisan support and is backed by two-thirds of likely voters according to a poll. [ more ]
The rise and stumbles of the San Fernando Valley Latino political machine
Alex Padilla and Tony Cárdenas, both sons of Mexican immigrants from the San Fernando Valley, teamed up early in their careers to represent their community in politics.
Their successful collaboration in an assembly race marked the beginning of a political journey that led Cárdenas to becoming a congressman and Padilla to becoming California's first Latino U.S. senator. [ more ]
55 years after Reagan took on Berkeley, Newsom stays in the background amid roiling campus protests
California politicians' responses to student protests at Berkeley in 1969 and recent unrest at universities reflect contrasting approaches towards handling demonstrations. [ more ]
Will California Supreme Court Knock Anti-tax Measure off November Ballot?
Proposition 13 initiated a perpetual conflict over tax money in California, with public unions pushing for changes while anti-tax groups resist. Recent ballot measures have shown conflicting outcomes. [ more ]
California passed a law to stop pay to play' in local politics. After two years, legislators want to gut it
A 2022 law in California aimed to limit businesses' influence on local elections, supported by legislators but facing opposition for potential watering down. [ more ]
Judge rejects changing the name of California's trans youth ballot measure
The court ruled in favor of the state's description of a fall ballot initiative restricting transgender rights, leading to challenges for the group behind the initiative. [ more ]
Column: More than 30 states have elected female governors. Will California finally join them?
California has never had a female governor in its 173-year history. Several women are currently in the running for the 2026 gubernatorial election, potentially breaking this pattern. [ more ]
Hold on to Your Hat, It's Willie Brown's 90th Birthday Today
Willie Brown, a prominent political figure, turns 90 today with tributes pouring in. His involvement in politics for over 60 years has left a lasting impact. [ more ]
Where March 5 election results stand in Berkeley and Alameda County
Votes are still being counted in Berkeley primary elections with two measures passing. Mayor Jesse Arreguin advances to November election for District 7 Senate race. Nikki Fortunato Bas leads in Alameda County Supervisor race. [ more ]
Election | Ex-San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo leads in race to replace U.S. Rep. Anna Eshoo in Congress, Supervisor Joe Simitian, Assemblymember Evan Low locked in tight battle
Sam Liccardo leads in District 16 race
Joe Simitian and Evan Low vie for second spot [ more ]