Feb. 14, 2026
House Oversight Demands Probe Into Ilhan Omar's Husband's Global Business Dealings
Lawmakers seek information on Tim Mynett's failed ventures in Africa and the Middle East.
Feb. 14, 2026
Judge Rules US Cannot Force States to Provide SNAP Recipient Data
Tentative ruling blocks Trump administration's demand for detailed information on food aid program applicants
Feb. 14, 2026
Trump Ousts Judge-Installed Prosecutor, Constitutional Expert Says Article II Leaves No Doubt
Trump fires court-appointed U.S. Attorney Donald Kinsella, escalating constitutional battle over who controls federal prosecutors.
Feb. 14, 2026
Trump Ousts Judge-Installed Prosecutor, Constitutional Expert Says Article II Gives President Broad Removal Power
Former Justice Department official John Yoo argues the Constitution grants the president authority to fire court-appointed U.S. attorneys.
Feb. 14, 2026
Trump Nominates Controversial Figure for State Department Post
Jeremy Carl's views on race and identity raise concerns among civil rights groups
Feb. 14, 2026
Trump EPA Guts Federal Fight Against Climate Change
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Feb. 13, 2026
Newsom Expands California Mortgage Relief to $100K Per Household
Governor takes aim at Trump administration over wildfire aid as state boosts disaster assistance.
Feb. 13, 2026
Imprisoned Japanese Americans Turned to Nature During WWII Incarceration
Detainees at concentration camps found solace and creativity in the natural world around them.
Feb. 13, 2026
RFK Jr. Exposes California Hotel Posing as Fake Nursing Office
Health and Human Services Secretary alleges widespread fraud, with the hotel just "collecting money" instead of providing care
Feb. 13, 2026
Kristi Noem Allegedly Had Coast Guard Pilot Fired Over Blanket Left on Plane
New reports detail turmoil within the Department of Homeland Security under Noem and her advisor Corey Lewandowski.
Feb. 12, 2026
AG Bonta Announces Investigation into Eaton Fire Emergency Response in West Altadena
Probe to examine potential race, age, or disability discrimination in emergency preparations and response
Feb. 12, 2026
Inland Empire Lands $82 Million in Federal Funding
Funds will go toward infrastructure, school safety, and other community projects across the region.
Feb. 12, 2026
UFC Champion Tito Ortiz Flees California, Cites Newsom's Leadership
Ortiz endorses Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco for California governor in 2026 election
Feb. 12, 2026
L.A. Beaches Could Come Under Federal Management
National Park Service considers proposal to oversee L.A. County coastline
Feb. 12, 2026
UFC Champion Tito Ortiz Leaves California, Cites Newsom's Leadership
Ortiz endorses Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco for California governor in 2026
Feb. 12, 2026
Congress Probes NASA Funding for China Collaboration
Lawmakers question agency's oversight of grants involving Chinese entities
Feb. 11, 2026
California Provides $90M to Planned Parenthood After Federal Funding Loss
Governor Newsom signs bill to ensure access to reproductive health services across the state.
Feb. 11, 2026
California Approves $90 Million for Planned Parenthood
Governor Newsom signs bill to offset federal funding cuts targeting abortion providers
Feb. 11, 2026
California First Partner Lashes Out at Reporters During Planned Parenthood Presser
Jennifer Siebel Newsom accuses journalists of 'horrific war on women' for asking off-topic questions as husband Gavin Newsom teases 2028 presidential run
Feb. 11, 2026
Trump Administration Cuts $600M in Public Health Funding, Threatening California HIV Programs
Critics warn the cuts could reverse progress in combating HIV and disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ communities
