Californians are voting on a wide-open governor's race in a June 2 primary election. Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer are leading in polls.

PFAS chemicals were found in nearly 40% of samples of nonorganic fruits and vegetables California regulators tested in 2023. A bill would ban their use.

The Board of Equalization has very little power, but it's a launching pad to statewide political office in California.

E85 can cost less than gasoline per gallon. But in California, finding and saving money with the fuel is more complicated.

National Democrats said they wouldn’t endorse in California's 22nd Congressional District. Then they backed the moderate over ...

Billionaire Tom Steyer is paying influencers to boost his California governor campaign. State law requires they disclose it, ...

Gov. Gavin Newsom issues a wide-ranging executive order issued to study everything from job subsidies to stock compensation ...

CalPERS shifted from stable, traditional assets to private equity and a private credit portfolio. Details about their investment risk and fees are secret.

Pelosi’s surprise endorsement comes just two weeks from Election Day, six months after the former speaker announced she would ...

A new report warns that data center buildout is encroaching on California’s most vulnerable, water-stressed communities. The ...

The Trump administration suspended $1.1 billion in California Medicaid funds over fraud claims, threatening home care for 900,000 seniors and people with disabilities.

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