Coachella Festival kicks off in California with headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Bieber and Karol G

18:55

Trump endorses ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton for California governor

Steve Hilton, who advised the former prime minster and hosted a Fox News show, is running as a Republican.

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Trump Backs Republican Steve Hilton for California Governor - bloomberg.com

Trump Backs Republican Steve Hilton for California Governor  bloomberg.com

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California school board member refuses to follow state’s sanctuary policies, citing 'rule of law'

A California school district is defying the state's guidance on immigration enforcement. Trustee Andrew Hayes says the policy is fearmongering to advance Gavin Newsom's agenda.

23:16

Suspect who killed California deputy run over by armored vehicle after hours-long firefight standoff: sheriff

A California detective was killed in a Porterville shooting while serving an eviction notice, with the suspect allegedly lying in wait, the sheriff says.

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Unearthed clip exposes shocking claim by Newsom's wife about inmates at violent California prison

California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom is drawing heat after an old clip resurfaced showing her suggesting San Quentin inmates may have committed crimes by "accident."

20:31

Misconduct allegations dog Swalwell as Dem rivals seize opening in California governor’s race

Rep. Eric Swalwell faced increased scrutiny over alleged sexual misconduct with female staffers as California gubernatorial rivals called him out publicly.

12:16

Chief prosecutor behind Israel war crimes charges faces disciplinary action amid sexual misconduct allegations

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan faces disciplinary proceedings over alleged sexual misconduct after the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties voted to move forward with action.

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Dem senator ripped for 'smear' of female activist advocating for Swalwell's accusers: 'Very bad look'

Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., is facing blowback after he tried to knock a woman raising sexual misconduct accusations against Eric Swalwell, prompting Democrats and conservatives to call out the move.

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Swalwell campaign rejects 'outrageous' allegations of sexual misconduct as Dem activists issue viral warning

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied alleged misconduct claims from Cheyenne Hunt as California governor's race heats up ahead of the May primary election.

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California advocates insist on raising minimum wage to $30 despite research showing 'negative outcomes'

A $30 minimum wage ballot initiative is being pushed in Oakland and Alameda County by One Fair Wage, despite studies linking past California wage hikes to job losses.

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California's $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers led to 'negative outcomes,' researchers say

California's fast-food minimum wage hike to $20 resulted in job losses, higher prices, and reduced worker hours, a University of California, Santa Cruz study suggests.

12:52

Newsom's California rail project now expected to cost $126B, official admits, with still no tracks laid

California's high-speed rail costs have ballooned to an estimated $126 billion, with critics calling the LA-to-San Francisco project a "train to nowhere."

10:41

President Trump makes endorsement in California gubernatorial race: 'He will be a GREAT Governor'

President Donald Trump endorsed California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton ahead of the upcoming June primary in the Golden State.

22:28

Arnold Schwarzenegger's son follows his famous father's footsteps with first place bodybuilding win

Joseph Baena, son of Arnold Schwarzenegger, takes home first place at the INBA Iron Gladiator natural bodybuilding competition in Southern California.

20:52

Tori Spelling, children taken to hospital after Southern California car crash

Tori Spelling is recovering after a car crash in Temecula, California. Four of her children and three friends were also transported to the hospital.

23:27

California 4-year-old boy survives attack by coyote that bit and tried to drag him away

A 4-year-old boy had seven puncture wounds after a coyote attacked him in Southern California. The repeat offender was later euthanized.

19:25

Final charge dropped in yearslong Harris-era case against pro-life activist

A California judge expunged the case against pro-life activist David Daleiden, ending a prosecution stretching years.

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Vance tapped as ‘fraud czar’ as Trump targets blue states over taxpayer theft

President Donald Trump is signaling his continued confidence in Vice President JD Vance by having him address an “unprecedented" problem and officially declaring him the “fraud czar."

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State top cop moves to crush alleged DHS records restriction as county denies ICE-out

Montana AG tells Gallatin County its refusal to recognize ICE as a criminal justice agency is legally wrong, warning 'Montana is not California.'

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DR. MEHMET OZ, STEPHANIE CARLTON: California was horribly wrong about gender and kids

The Supreme Court rebuked California for hiding students' gender transitions from parents, as HHS and CMS now propose new Medicaid funding rules.

17:52

California hit with fresh setback in failed gender secrecy case costing taxpayers millions

California's gender secrecy school policy was found likely unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in a 6-3 emergency order, and the state must pay $4.5 million in legal fees.

16:59

Vance anti-fraud task force suspends 221 California hospice and healthcare providers so far

JD Vance's anti-fraud task force shuts down 221 Los Angeles hospice and healthcare providers suspected of fraud, with more suspensions expected soon.

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Trump endorses former Fox News host Steve Hilton in California governor race

President Trump is backing Republican former Fox News host Steve Hilton in the race for California governor. “I have known and respected Steve Hilton, who is running for Governor of …

01:13

Obama, Newsom congratulate UCLA for winning first NCAA women's basketball championship

The women’s basketball program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) captured its first NCAA title on Sunday, receiving praise from former President Obama and California Gov. Gavin Newsom …

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Crews making progress containing Southern California wildfire as some mandatory evacuations remain

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — Crews made progress Saturday battling a smoky wildfire in southern California that broke out a day earlier and prompted mandatory evacuations. Encompassing roughly 6.3 square miles …

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Trump crossed an oily line of state sovereignty in California — your state is next

This blatant abuse of the Defense Production Act begs the question: How far will Trump go?

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Swalwell-FBI clash draws attention to Trump foe's California governor bid

The FBI’s contemplation about releasing files on a Chinese spy who interacted with Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) is raising questions about the lengths the Trump administration might go to as …

12:20

Why gas prices vary so much across the US

Gas is nearly $6 a gallon in California but it's $3.27 in Oklahoma. Here's why prices vary so much by state.

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Eric Swalwell denies sexual harassment rumors as allegations mount

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA), a Democratic front-runner in California’s gubernatorial race, pushed back Tuesday against online allegations that he engaged in inappropriate conduct with congressional aides. Swalwell flatly rejected the …

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Trump endorses Steve Hilton for California governor while blasting Newsom as doing a ‘horrendous job’

President Donald Trump issued his “complete and total endorsement” to Steve Hilton on early Monday morning in the 2026 California gubernatorial election.  Trump called Hilton a “great man” and said …

15:43

Trump rightly overrides California’s pipeline blockade

California’s energy crisis should concern policymakers at both the state and federal levels, but so far only one side appears to be taking it seriously. For more than two years, …

10:08

Earthquake rattles northern California major cities

An earthquake hit Northern California early Thursday morning, shaking the ground in several major Northern California cities.  A earthquake was reported by the U.S. Geological Survey at 1:41 a.m. local …

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This GOP candidate seized a half-million ballots and says he may do it again

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who is running for California governor as a Republican, tried to review ballots despite election officials reaffirming the results.

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California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

After investors appealed to the governor, California again delayed the deadline for venture firms to disclose the demographics of startup founders they back.