Prosecutors Back Challenge to Newsom Commutation of Death Sentences

A nonprofit group backed by prosecutors plans to sue to block the governor's mass clemency.

Fired Judge's Lawsuit Alleges California Was Illegally Approving Insurance Rate Hikes

The lawsuit also accuses Ricardo Lara and top Insurance Department officials of undermining administrative law judges' authority.

SoCal Had Its Worst Mosquito Year This Decade. El Niño Could Make It Even Worse

California is seeing the highest level of West Nile Virus activity in five years.

Decision Called On Fate Of CA's Billionaire Tax Prop. 40, AP Reports

The fight over California's Prop. 40, dubbed the billionaire tax, garnered massive attention and significant campaign dollars.

CA 5th Consecutive Catholic Governor Exemplifies The Faith's Deep Roots

With Becerra’s win this week, California has elected 5 consecutive Catholic governors — a streak indicative of Catholicism’s influence.

Justice Department Drops Bid To Force CA To Set Aside Disputed Ballots

The request to dismiss the case comes days after Republicans' significant losses in the midterm elections.

IRS Announces 2027 Tax Changes: What CA Taxpayers Need To Know

Higher standard deductions, expanded tax credits and new income thresholds will affect Californians' federal taxes in 2027.

Newsom To Commute All Death Sentences In CA

Newsom moved to grant clemency to 548 people are currently sentenced to death in California, of which 529 are men and 19 are women.

Tax Us, Spare The Billionaires: 5 Takeaways From CA’s Wild Midterms

The blue wave was unmistakable, but California voters also delivered surprises on taxes, incumbents and political power.

CA 2026 Propositions: Real-Time Election Results

California voters have decided the fate of 14 propositions, including issues around housing affordability and changing state election laws.

CA House Races 2026: Real-Time Results

Voters have had their say in CA's 52 Congressional races. The polls closed as a blue wave has already washing over much of the country.

CA Governor Election Results 2026: Becerra Vs. Hilton [Live Updates]

"If anyone wants to come after California or any one Californian, they better be ready for a fight," Xavier Becerra said.

CA Prop. 44 Results: See Latest Returns As Vote Count Continues

Voters have had their say on Proposition 44, which would ensure federally-funded clinics spend most funding on care-oriented services.

CA Prop. 39 Results: Voters Reject Voter ID Law, AP Projects

Voters have had their say on Proposition 39, which would require government-issued identification at the polls and mail-in ballots.

CA Prop 37 Results: Voters Approve State-Backed Loan Program, AP Projects

Voters have had their say on Proposition 37, which would create a state-backed loan program that helps middle-income residents buy homes.

CA Prop. 3: Real-Time Election Results

Voters have had their say on Proposition 3, which would make permanent state income tax rates that adjust upward for high wage-earners.

CA Prop. 5 Results: See Latest Returns As Vote Count Continues

Voters have had their say on Proposition 5, which could overhaul the state's recall election process.

CA Prop. 42: Real-Time Election Results

Voters have had their say on Proposition 42, which would prohibit new state taxes on personal property.

CA Prop. 41: Real-Time Election Results

Voters have had their say on Proposition 41, which would make it harder to pass new taxes in California.

CA Prop. 40: Real-Time Election Results

Voters have had their say on Proposition 40, which would impose a one-time state tax of up to 5% on residents with assets over $1 billion.

CA Prop. 2 Results: See Latest Returns As Vote Count Continues

Voters have had their say on Proposition 2, amend the state constitution to strengthen its rainy day fund.

CA Prop. 1 Results: See Latest Returns As Vote Count Continues

Voters have had their say on Proposition 1, which would authorize the state to issue $11.25 billion in new bonds for housing programs.

CA Prop. 45 Real-Time Election Results

Votes are in on Prop. 45, which would expedite housing, transportation, and water projects by restricting CA's signature Environmental Act.

DOJ Sending Election Monitors To 4 CA Counties

The U.S. Department of Justice announced 1,000 election monitors and observers will be sent to four California counties today.

CA House Races To Watch: The Blue Wave And Election Interference

As election day dawns, ongoing legal battles signal tension around election integrity and stiff headwinds for the GOP in California.

Supreme Court Rejects Trump Push To Set Aside Thousands Of California Ballots

The emergency appeal came after an appeals court rejected the request to set aside some 20,000 ballots.

Justice Department Urges Sanctions For Database Analysis Critical Of Its Noncitizen Voting Claims

The Justice Department wants an investigation into a civil rights group that found thousands of flaws in its election fraud claims.

Over 40% Of Names On DOJ List Of Alleged Noncitizens Aren't On CA Voter Rolls, Analysis Finds

Several others on the list were found to be U.S. citizens.

Head Of California High-Speed Rail Agency Resigns Amid Travel Expenses Scandal

Ian Choudri, who has led the train agency since 2024, leaves a troublesome legacy marked by budget woes, project delays and scandals.

DOJ Subpoenas CA Election Officials, Despite Judge's Order To Stop Threatening Them

Federal officials delivered a subpoena to Orange County Registrar of Voters's office on Thursday.

Has The Trump Administration Doomed Newsom's Water Plan?

California approved Newsom’s Delta water rules, but Trump threatens to pull out and $740M with it.

Appeals Court Rejects Federal Bid To Set Aside 20K CA Ballots

The Trump administration has made several bids to preemptively block thousands of ballots from being counted in California.

CA Officials Subpoenaed In DOJ Escalation Of Election Scrutiny

The president called elections in California corrupt as his Justice Department again seeks to block about 20,000 ballots from being counted.

SoCal's Top Prosecutor In Position Illegally, Judge Rules

A U.S. district judge ruled Tuesday that Essayli was not legally serving as U.S. attorney for the Central District of California.

Federal Lawsuit And President's Threats Target CA Elections, Sparking Pushback

The Justice Department wants to set aside ballots from thousands of voters, raising concerns about voter rights and election integrity.

Gov. Newsom Signs Order To Protect Pacific Coast Highway, California Coastal Communities From El Niño Impact

"Highway 1 is more than our nation's most iconic roadway. It keeps our coastal economy moving," Newsom said.

CA Launches New AI Tool To Help People Find State Jobs

California job seekers can now upload their resumes to find state positions that match their skills and experience.

Immigrants Seeking US Citizenship Targeted In Trump Administration's Illegal Voting Crackdown

One 40-year legal resident arrested said he never knew he was registered and never voted, but he faces five years in prison.

Zuckerberg Makes Deal With Meta To Help Him Pay Billionaire Tax If It Passes

The sixth-richest person in the world was staring at a possible $11 billion tax burden.

$2B CA Bust Is Latest Target In DOJ Efforts To End Public Benefits Fraud

Fifteen were charged and eight were arrested in connection with fraud at substance abuse treatment, hospice and surgery centers.