Amid Immigration Crackdown, Officials Worry About Decline in California Dream Act Applications
Fewer high school students from mixed-immigration status families are completing financial aid applications.
Nancy Pelosi Endorses San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan for Congress
The former Speaker of the House is endorsing Chan, a San Francisco supervisor who has amassed labor support, to replace…
Xavier Becerra Says He Will Fight for California. Who Did He Fight for as AG?
Xavier Becerra built his national reputation by suing the Trump administration. But as he runs for governor, critics say his…
Why Are Some East Bay Voters Receiving 2 Election Ballots?
A June 16 special election for Congress in the 14th District was scheduled after former Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from…
Could San Francisco Ban Smoking on Bar Patios?
While legal in California, more than 50 cities in the Bay Area have already banned smoking on bar patios.
Primary 2026: Monday Is Your Last Day to Register Online to Vote. What if You Miss It?
How to make sure you’re registered — correctly — to vote in the June 2 state primary election.
Here’s What Newsom’s Revised Budget Means for Education in California
Education advocates celebrate massive investments in special ed, and a plan for paid pregnancy leave, while closely watching where dollars…
California Academy of Sciences Chief Scott Sampson to Step Down
The announcement follows recent layoffs and ongoing financial challenges at the San Francisco museum and scientific research institution.
What Is California’s ‘Jungle Primary’ — and Why Does It Matter so Much for the Governor’s Race?
The top-two primary means that despite Democrats’ voter registration advantage in the state, California could have an all-Republican governor’s race…
An Incoming ‘Super El Niño’ May Bring California a Wet, Hot Winter
Scientists warned the climate pattern could be the strongest on record, and result in a temporary sea level rise of…