LA County voters reject Measure ER sales taxThe half-cent sales tax aimed at offsetting Trump-era cuts to medical care is going down 53 percent to 47 percent.Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Becerra and Hilton pull ahead in California governor's primaryA new PPIC poll shows the Democrat at 23 percent and the Trump-endorsed Republican at 20 percent, with the June 2 election underway.Thursday, May 28, 2026
Newsom signs law banning police interference with electionsThe emergency measure targets Trump administration efforts and follows Sheriff Chad Bianco's seizure of Riverside County ballots.Thursday, May 28, 2026
California primary voting continues as governor's race tightensHilton, Becerra and Steyer are bunched at the top of a crowded primary field with mail-in ballots still being counted.Friday, May 22, 2026
Newsom budget cuts spending but boosts Malibu fire aidGovernor's revised budget offers $100,000 mortgage grants and a $100 million loan guarantee fund for Palisades, Franklin and Altadena fire victims.Friday, May 15, 2026
Schiff Says Trump's Iran War Threatens California BeachesThe U.S. senator toured Ventura and Santa Barbara offshore oil platforms, warning that the administration's pro-oil push risks another coastal spill.Monday, May 11, 2026
Steyer Leads Hilton in California Governor's Race PollA Survey USA poll shows Democrat Tom Steyer at 21% and Republican Steve Hilton at 18%, with Democrats favored 56-26 overall.Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Malibu Savings Drained as FEMA Money Stalled at White HouseCity manager proposes 10 percent cuts across all departments as reserves fall from $84 million to $55 million.Friday, April 10, 2026
Homeland Security threatens to pull customs from LAXNew DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin says sanctuary cities like Los Angeles may lose federal customs processing at their international airports.Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Analyst: Trump endorsement may hand California to DemocratsCalMatters columnist Dan Walters writes that Trump's surprise backing of Steve Hilton could keep two Republicans from advancing past the June primary.Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Trump endorsement of Hilton may upend California GOP primaryPolitical observers say the president's backing of podcaster Steve Hilton could push Chad Bianco out and clear a path for Democrats.Monday, April 6, 2026
Trump joins critics of State Farm over wildfire claimsPresident pledges a federal probe of insurers' handling of California fire claims as administration cuts disaster aid.Thursday, April 2, 2026
