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Newsom Accepts 'Cup O Peace' Award from Kimmel: 'Eat Your Heart Out, Donald'

The California governor received a satirical peace award on Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show, mocking Trump's push for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Newsom Deflects Blame for California's Crises

Governor points fingers at others instead of taking responsibility, critics say

Gavin Newsom Blamed for California's Woes as Governor Deflects Responsibility

Newsom's penchant for blaming others for the state's problems has drawn criticism as he eyes a potential presidential run.

Democrats Criticize Trump's Iran Strikes

NY Post readers discuss Mayor Mamdani, AOC and other Democrats' criticism of the US-Israel attacks on Iran.

Jackson Hinkle Suggests Bombing LA Instead of Iran

Influencer questions Trump's focus on Iran while LA faces issues.

NPR Criticizes 'Equal Time' Concerns, But Ignores Its Own Bias

NPR claims the FCC's 'equal time' rule is leading to media censorship, but fails to acknowledge its own lack of political balance.

Ben Shapiro Defends Trump's Iran Attack, Slams Kamala Harris' Criticism

Shapiro calls Harris' opposition to the strikes an "idiot take" and "pathetic stuff"

Letters to the Editor Raise Concerns About Trump Administration

Readers comment on issues like government distrust, affordable housing, and more

Leaked Bohemian Grove Member List Reveals Prominent Names

The secretive club's 2023 roster includes celebrities, billionaires, and political figures.

Letters to the Editor Debate Investigative Journalism, SMART Train, and Retirement COLAs

Readers weigh in on the role of the press, public transit funding, and compensation for retired county workers.

Trump's Greenland and Canada Ambitions Challenged by San Francisco Thinker

Walking tour explores Henry George's ideas as an antidote to Manifest Destiny land grabs

Letters to the Editor Debate SMART Train's Future

Readers weigh in on hospital ships, public transit, and billionaire taxes

Hannity Slams Newsom Over Biden 'Cognitive Decline' Support

Fox News host accuses California governor of being a 'propagandist' for former president

MLB Star Rebukes Newsom's SAT Remarks: 'Thinks Black Ppl are Dumb'

Tommy Pham says California governor's comments about his low SAT score were offensive.

Controversial Quotes Attributed to Conservative Commentator Charlie Kirk

Remarks contradict Christian teachings, critics say

Stephen A. Smith Criticizes Democrats for Reacting to Trump's SOTU Address

The sports commentator argues Democrats played into Trump's hands by refusing to stand and applaud during the State of the Union speech.

Trump Delivers Partisan State of the Union Speech, Ignoring Mounting Tensions

President's address heavy on attacks, light on solutions as Americans struggle with rising costs and threats to civil liberties.

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

Trump Attempts Poetry in State of the Union, Fails

The former president's speech was more salesman's patter than profound oratory.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Reveals Family Secrets in New Memoir

Newsom's personal account uncovers childhood trauma and his mother's hidden past.

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