Politics

California Lawmaker Faces Scandal After Divorce Filings Allege Substance Abuse

Assemblyman Joaquin Arambula accused of drinking, drug use and neglecting family duties

Californians Slam Newsom's Plan for More Gas Price Hikes

Critics say tightening emissions caps could further drive up the cost of gasoline and diesel in the state.

California Assembly Reintroduces CalCare Universal Healthcare Bill

Green Party candidate Dr. Butch Ware makes universal healthcare a central campaign issue, unlike other major candidates.

San Diego Supervisors Propose Transparency Reforms for Policy Subcommittees

New guidelines would require public notice, agenda posting, and recorded discussions for ad hoc subcommittees.

LA Clears Homeless RV Encampments in Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach

Multi-agency teams remove nuisance vehicles and restore public spaces in beach-adjacent neighborhoods

Pasadena Police Oversight Commission Proposes Extensive Training for Members

New rules would require commissioners to complete extensive initial and ongoing education on policing and community issues.

Sacramento TSA Workers Struggle Without Pay During Partial Shutdown

Labor leaders push Congress to end impasse affecting transportation security employees

LA County Voters Should Reject Sales Tax Hike, Investigate IHSS Spending First

Concerns raised over union influence, fraud in in-home care program as county seeks new revenue

San Francisco Court Clerks End Strike After Reaching Agreement

Union says clerks will return to work on Monday after two-day walkout.

LA Councilwoman Nithya Raman Launches Mayoral Campaign

Raman vows to tackle city's housing and homelessness crisis if elected

Darrell Issa Retiring from Congress, SD County Supervisor To Seek Seat

Longtime Rep. Darrell Issa endorses San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond to replace him in California's 48th District

Filing Period Extended for Three Contra Costa County Offices

Deadline pushed to March 11 after incumbent decides not to run

Newsom Leads West Coast Governors in Defying Trump on Public Health

California governor forms regional alliance to uphold scientific integrity as federal government rolls back vaccine recommendations

Moorpark Resident Reappointed to State Police Training Commission

Justin Doering continues to shape statewide law enforcement policies from his local leadership role.

Ousted DHS Chief Noem Praises SF Mayor Lurie's Cooperation with Feds

Noem says Lurie 'works very well' with federal government on enforcement efforts