Social Security Recipients Could Get A Nearly 4% Cost-Of-Living Adjustment, Forecasters Say

Seniors and others who receive Social Security benefits could see a COLA of 3.9% next year, according to the Senior Citizens League.

For The Lone Woman Left In The California Governor's Race, It's All About ‘Temperament'

Onetime progressive darling Katie Porter's campaign for governor stalled over viral videos that critics say showed temperament issues.

What's Holding Back California Students? A New Report Urges Stronger State Oversight

The state's shift to a funding system that gave school districts control has left big gaps in student performance and accountability.

CA To Provide Free Diapers To Newborns At Hospitals

During the program’s first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state.

California: State Farm violated law in handling of L.A. fire insurance claims

The Insurance Department found hundreds of violations by State Farm and calls for millions of dollars in penalties and possible suspension.

Becerra Gains Support, Ties Hilton For Lead In CA Governor's Race, Latest Poll Shows

California's 2026 gubernatorial race has seen multiple shifts in polls since former U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell ended his campaign.

New CA DMV Rules: Police To Start Ticketing New Traffic Law

Autonomous vehicles have raised concerns from state officials after recent incidents on California highways.

CA Investigates Trump Administration's Deal To End An Offshore Wind Project

Golden State Wind was a floating offshore wind project proposed off California’s coast. The company took a payout to abandon the lease.

Opinion: California’s New EV Incentive Plan

With the Feds revoking the EV tax credit, the State has a plan to fill the void. Is it real or just California Dreamin'?

California Republicans Who Flipped Seats In 2024 Are Fighting To Keep Them

Vulnerable Republican incumbents are seeking to distance themselves from Trump as they try to hang on to 2024 gains in the Legislature.

Meet The Candidates For California Lieutenant Governor: ‘A Job About Nothing'

Five major candidates, including state Treasurer Fiona Ma and former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs, are competing for the the position.

A $7 Cheeseburger Reopened Debate Over Bail In California. Here's What The Supreme Court Found

A homeless man was arrested after using stolen credit cards to buy a meal and then spent six months in a Bay Area jail.

Billionaire Tom Steyer Wants To Take On The Rich In Run For California Governor

Billionaire Tom Steyer has long leaned into the contradictions between his business success and political views.

CA Voters Worried About Threats to American Democracy: Poll

The new poll from UC Berkeley's Institute for Governmental Studies included responses from nearly 6,000 California voters.

Plans To Fix Gaps In Newsom's Mental Health Court Reopen Divisions Over Involuntary Care

Gov. Gavin Newsom's CARE Court struggles to serve Californians in acute mental health crises. Two bills are moving forward to change that.

CA Billionaire Tax Has Enough Signatures To Qualify For The Ballot, Backers Say

The union-backed proposal would impose a one-time, 5% tax on individuals whose net worth exceeds $1 billion.

Why Getting More California Students Into Top UCs Carries A Big Cost To Taxpayers

At its three most popular campuses, UC agreed to admit more California students and reduce the number of out-of-state students.

ICE Quietly Opens Another Detention Center In A Former California Prison

California now has eight ICE detention centers. Two opened since President Trump took office in 2025.

CA's Woes At The Center Of Debate Among Leading Candidates For Governor

It's the first time in a generation that California has a wide-open contest for the heavily Democratic state's highest office.

CA Bill Would Require Restaurants To Label Sugary Drinks

The bill is supported by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association.

Trump Wants Data On California's Trans And Abortion Care. Can The State Stop Him?

In a battle between Trump and California over transgender and abortion care, will businesses be caught between hostile Justice Departments?

California Democrats Can't Decide On A Governor. Don't Count On Newsom Or Pelosi For Help

Even after Rep. Eric Swalwell's swift and sudden exit, the race for governor is still frustratingly murky on the Democratic side.

New Accuser Says Eric Swalwell Drugged, Raped Her

The new allegations come after the embattled Swalwell dropped out of the governor's race and said he would resign from Congress.

California Voters Urged To Register, Update Info Before June 2 Primary

Eligible voters can register online, check status and track ballots through state election websites.

Swalwell Resigns From Congress Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

The now-former congressman dropped out of the 2026 California gubernatorial race on Saturday after bipartisan calls to quit.

Swalwell Suspends Campaign For California Governor After Being Accused Of Sexual Assault

Democrats quickly abandoned him after allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman, including when she worked for him, were published.

Attorney For Man Repeatedly Shot By ICE In CA Says His Client Is Not Under Arrest

Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez has undergone three surgeries for multiple gunshot wounds.

'I Am Thinking About It,' Kamala Harris Says Of 2028 Presidential Bid

Harris, the nation's first Black female vice president and the Democrats' presidential nominee in 2024, told a crowd she might run again.

SoCal Schools Prepare For Historic LAUSD Labor Strike: Officials

More than 70,000 school workers represented by three unions could walk off the job on April 14 if a deal isn't reached with the district.

4 CA Counties Among Nation’s Biggest Population Losers. Here's Why

New U.S. Census estimates show which California cities are losing residents — and which ones are gaining population.

CA Going Red Not So Far-Fetched Now: Messy Governor's Race Raises Democratic Fears Loss

Voting begins about a month, and Democrats could get locked out of the governor's race in the general election with down-ballot impacts.

CA Media Outlets Demand Access To Secret Warrants In Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case

The coalition argues it’s vitally important for the records to be made public, since they’re central to the dispute over election integrity.

CA Woman Returns Home After Trump Administration Deported Her To Mexico

A judge ordered the return of a “Dreamer" who had been living in California for decades when agents arrested her at an immigration hearing.

CA Renames César Chavez Day Following Sexual Abuse Allegations

The state’s effort is part of a wave of other moves to alter memorials honoring the man now accused of abusing women and girls.

State Finds ‘Systemic' Failures In How A California School District Handles Sex Abuse Allegations

California's attorney general issues reforms for a SoCal school district after finding “systemic” failures in handling sex abuse.

Does CA's Race For Governor Finally Have A Leader? Attacks From Left And Right Offer Clue

A burst of negative publicity aimed at the Democratic U.S. House member Eric Swalwell suggests rivals see him gaining momentum.

CA Lawmakers Aim To Rename César Chavez Day Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations

Political leaders in cities are considering similar moves after the allegations became public, accusing Chavez of sexually abusing girls.

CA Has $15B In Unclaimed Property: How To Get What You're Owed

California's controller referred to the state-held unclaimed property as "California's financial lost and found."

CalMatters: Citing Iran Crisis, Trump Orders Santa Barbara Oil Pipeline Restart. California Will Fight It

The move comes in response to skyrocketing fuel prices in the wake of the Iran conflict.

Citing Iran Crisis, Trump Orders CA Oil Pipeline Restarted. CA Will Fight It

The move in response to skyrocketing fuel prices amid the Iran conflict brought an immediate threat to sue by Gov. Gavin Newsom.