Politics

Sacramento County Cracks Down on Illegal Fireworks Ahead of July 4th

New fines and enforcement efforts aim to curb dangerous and disruptive fireworks use.

Sacramento City Council to Vote on ADU Standards for Historic Properties

Proposed rules aim to balance housing needs and historic preservation in the city.

Sacramento Covers Cesar Chavez Statue Amid Abuse Allegations

City says move is to show respect for victims of alleged misconduct by civil rights leader.

California Farm Bureau Leaders Advocate for Agriculture at State Capitol

Farmers and ranchers meet with lawmakers to discuss key issues like wolf-livestock conflicts, wine labeling, overtime pay, and autonomous equipment regulations.

Stockton Grapples with Cesar Chavez Legacy Amid Abuse Allegations

City leaders weigh next steps as community debates how to honor civil rights icon

CalExit.Now Announces Majority Support for California Sovereignty

Civic group calls for peace and respect for sovereign nations as public opinion shifts

DACA Recipient Deported Despite Valid Status, Challenges Removal in Lawsuit

Maria de Jesus Estrada Juarez files federal lawsuit against U.S. government after deportation to Mexico

Thousands of California Immigrant Truck Drivers Face License Revocation

Civil rights groups file emergency order to halt DMV's planned cancellation of 20,000 commercial driver's licenses

Mother Deported Within 24 Hours of Green Card Interview

Damaris Bello's mother attended a green card interview—and was deported less than a day later, leaving her daughter devastated.

House Republican Switches to Independent

Rep. Kevin Kiley drops party affiliation, shrinking GOP majority

Rep. Kevin Kiley to Serve as Independent, Caucus with GOP

Kiley cites frustration with 'hyper-partisanship' in Congress, will run in new blue-leaning 6th District

GOP Lawmaker Leaves Republican Party, Will Serve as Independent

Rep. Kevin Kiley of California announces he is dropping his Republican affiliation and will run as an independent in a Democratic-leaning district.

California Democrats Cancel Debate, Citing Diversity Concerns

Planned USC gubernatorial debate scrapped hours before start, sparking criticism of party's priorities

Swalwell Drops Lawsuit Against FHFA Director Bill Pulte, Faces Ballot Challenge

Rep. Eric Swalwell's decision to drop his lawsuit marks a turning point in how political disputes are waged and challenged.

California Can Have Both Easy Voting and Quicker Election Results

Experts say the state can preserve its friendly voting system while speeding up ballot tabulation.