California
California Governor Gavin Newsom says he is considering 2028 US presidential run
Newsom has made some moves this year to test the waters for a potential presidential run and has gained prominence within his party in confronting US President Donald Trump on a range of issues.
California creates new office to combat antisemitism in public schools
California governor signs controversial antisemitism bill that sets up first-in-the-nation measures
Fed. judge blocks Trump admin from sending National Guard to Oregon as troops depart Texas
LAPD increases patrols around synagogues starting Rosh Hashanah, during Holy Days
The High Holy Days begin with Rosh Hashanah - the Jewish New Year - and continue through Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, which ends at nightfall October 2.
Rosh Hashanah 2025: Savoring the sweetness life can offer, even in the toughest of times - opinion
I look to the new year with an acute eye for hidden honey.
Gunfire hits ABC studio in Sacramento following 'Jimmy Kimmel' suspension
Three gunshots penetrated the building, but no information on any suspect vehicles involved has been released.
Recording from the deep: Scientists discover new species of bumpy snailfish
The researchers were recording the depths when they discovered an unfamiliar pink snailfish swimming just above the seafloor.
California lawmakers approve narrowed bill targeting antisemitism in schools
If enacted, California would become the first state to create a statewide antisemitism prevention coordinator for public schools.
Anti-Israel groups campaign for hunger striking alleged arsonist and UK vandal
Palestine Action member Tueta Hoxha, who was arrested for her alleged involvement in the violent August 2024 Filton factory attack, has been hunger striking for 28 days.
'I did not touch that woman': Cardi B found not liable in multi-million dollar assault case
Emani Ellis, a former security guard, sued the singer for millions while alleging Cardi B assaulted her in 2018 during an interaction in the hallway of a medical office where Ellis was employed.
Clock ticking on California’s K-12 antisemitism bill as legislative session nears end
If AB 715 becomes law, it will mark the first time a state creates an antisemitism watchdog for public schools, potentially setting a template for others.
US judge blocks Trump from withholding funds from Los Angeles, other sanctuary cities
Trump's orders targeted so-called sanctuary jurisdictions that have laws and policies that limit or prevent local law enforcement from assisting federal officers with civil immigration arrests.
Erik Menendez denied parole after 35 years in prison for parents' murder
The decision by California parole commissioners was announced after a 10-hour hearing in which Erik Menendez appeared via video from a San Diego prison.
HHS pulls state grant to California for youth education program
"Despite clear direction, California responded to Administration for Children and Families, stating they will not be making the required modifications," HHS said in a statement.
