Congressman Calls for Investigation of Russian-Owned Silicon Valley Site
Rep. Sam Liccardo wants federal agencies to investigate the Russian backers of a proposed controversial development in Menlo Park.
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Aide to San Francisco Lawmaker Fights for Release From Immigration Detention
Ho-Yin Mo, an aide to Assemblymember Catherine Stefani, was arrested at the Las Vegas airport Sept. 17, 2026.
A Powerful El Niño is Brewing. Newsom Wants California Ready for the Worst.
California is preparing for flooding and dangerous storms as a potentially historic El Niño strengthens.
California Wants to Ban Child Marriage. These Civil Rights Groups Are Trying to Stop It
It’s legal for anyone under 18 in California to get married. That may change with a bill on Gov. Newsom’s desk, despite efforts by the ACLU and Planned Parenthood to protect the practice.
California Joins Suit Over Trump Rule Making It Harder for Immigrants to Get Green Cards
California officials say expanded public-charge rules could affect immigrant families, healthcare and schools.
Lawmakers Send Immigration Detention Bills to Gov. Newsom
The bills aim to put guardrails on the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement in California.
Benicia Eyes $40 Million From Valero Refinery Settlement for Green Transition
The city and the school district could both receive millions after decades of pollution.
Chatbots, Data Centers and Surveillance: 5 Silicon Valley Bills Land on Newsom’s Desk
California lawmakers took on data centers, addictive social media features and AI-powered workplace monitoring with this legislative session’s bills. Which will Newsom sign into law?
Newsom, Lawmakers Reach Last-Minute Deal on Wildfire Fallout
Negotiations pitted California utilities against insurers in a fight over who pays after a damaging wildfire. The deal fell short of Newsom’s aims to limit utilities’ liability.
Why Meta’s Landmark Settlement Could Be Social Media’s ‘Big Tobacco Moment’
California Attorney General Rob Bonta warned other industry giants that states now have an “enforceable blueprint” for child social media protections.
Whistleblower Asks California AG to Remove Animals From Miranda’s Rescue
A legal complaint called for state intervention after hundreds of dog remains were found at the Humboldt County sanctuary.
Contentious East Bay Special Election for Congress Comes to a Close
State Sen. Aisha Wahab and BART board director Melissa Hernandez face off in the 14th District race to complete Eric Swalwell’s term, which has divided Democrats.
San Francisco to Host 2027 WNBA All-Star Game at Chase Center
Mayor Daniel Lurie tied the astronomical rise of the Golden State Valkyries to the city’s “comeback.”
New California Law Requires AI Companies to Publish Detection Tools. Are They Complying?
Weeks after the state’s AI Transparency Law took effect, researchers looked into which companies generating images and audio met the mark.
San José Strike Vote This Week Could Set Up a Major Work Stoppage
Two city worker unions will hold a strike authorization vote as contract talks remain deadlocked. San José Mayor Matt Mahan has said the city has offered all it can afford.
Federal Colorado River Plan Leaves States Guessing Every Two Years
The feds are likely to impose a stopgap plan cutting California’s supply 10% through 2028. Worse than the cuts, though, is the uncertainty. Here’s what that means for California.
How Does California’s $3,500 EV Rebate Work?
First-time electric vehicle buyers in California could soon get thousands of dollars off the sticker price. Here’s how to apply.
A Simple Way to Prevent Homelessness Is Growing in San Francisco. Is It Sustainable?
Families say rental assistance is a crucial lifeline in an increasingly expensive city, but the need is growing.
Huffman Demands FAA Restore Quiet Sonoma County Flight Paths After Bohemian Club Changes
A temporary route change ahead of an exclusive and secretive gathering renewed calls to reduce jet noise for West Sonoma County residents.
California Leads US With New AI Transparency Law
Legislation from two Bay Area lawmakers seeks to label content generated by artificial intelligence.
LA Fire Survivors Say Newsom Is Trying to Help Utilities Reduce Their Wildfire Costs, Again
Survivors, insurance industry slam purported last-minute bills to shift wildfire costs away from utilities.
