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fromwww.ocregister.com
19 hours ago

From anti-poverty crusader to $248 million fraudster: California investor pleads guilty to federal charges

Sanberg grew up in Villa Park and attended Servite High School, later describing the all-male Catholic school which accepted students of all faiths as being the place where his values were shaped. He moved on from Orange County to Harvard to Wall Street, where he built a fortune from early investments in companies like Blue Apron. Sanberg later said he ultimately found Wall Street exciting but hollow.
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#gerrymandering
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Latest line: A good week for nepo babies, a bad week for Doug LaMalfa

Stanford will continue preferential admissions for big donor or alumni families despite new laws aimed at ending the practice.
#homelessness
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

How An Unhoused Person Navigates San Francisco; Life With a Partner in Prison | KQED

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2 weeks ago
San Francisco

How An Unhoused Person Navigates San Francisco; Life With a Partner in Prison | KQED

fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

Legalize building': Tech exec leads with real estate in bid for State Assembly

Dick Lucas aims to legalize building in California to reshape real estate development policies and challenge political norms.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Elias: Playing fireman, Trump has actually increased California's fire risk

Many politicians love to play fireman, often visiting disaster scenes and advising real firefighters on how they can do things better. No politico does this more than President Trump, who frequently advises California governors they need to rake the forests to prevent fires.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

California governor strikes back with new redistricting plan - San Jose Spotlight

"We're doing it in reaction to that act. We're doing it mindful of our higher angels, and better angels. We're doing it mindful that we want to model better behavior, as we've been doing for 15 years in the state of California," Newsom said, referring to the state's popular independent redistricting commission.
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#immigration-enforcement
#immigration
#ice-detention
fromKqed
4 weeks ago
California

DACA Recipient's Detention Highlights Concerns For Immigrants With Disabilities | KQED

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4 weeks ago
California

DACA Recipient's Detention Highlights Concerns For Immigrants With Disabilities | KQED

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fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

An Instagram with 60,000 followers linked to a nonprofit quietly changed to a California congressional candidate's campaign page. Now, a rival is asking the FEC to investigate

Social media followers can significantly enhance a congressional campaign's visibility and engagement.
The transfer of followers in political campaigns raises regulatory issues with the FEC.
#2026-governors-race
California
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Former Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf Drops Out of State Treasurer Race, Endorses Kounalakis

Eleni Kounalakis is running for state treasurer in 2026, and Libby Schaaf has withdrawn her candidacy in support of Kounalakis.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Libby Schaaf drops out of 2026 state treasurer race after Kounalakis drops in

Schaaf announced in an online post Friday that after conferring with my closest supporters, she had decided to drop out of the 2026 race and endorse Kounalakis for state treasurer.
California
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fromAxios
2 weeks ago

California governor threatens "trigger" redistricting plan based on what Texas GOP decides

Democrats are mobilizing to counter GOP tactics and emphasizing the urgency of protecting democracy.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

California Organization Fights For Community-Based Solutions To Tackle Plastic Pollution | KQED

"From the get, this police report is used to determine whether a criminal case will be started," said Kate Chatfield, executive director of the California Public Defenders Association, which sponsored the bill. "Then a judge would be reviewing this police report, for example, to determine the circumstances of offense and to determine whether or not to hold somebody in jail."
California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Berkeley is on Trump's short list of sanctuary jurisdictions' to target

Berkeley has been designated as a sanctuary city amidst federal threats against jurisdictions with similar policies.
#housing-policy
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Grateful Dead Fans Descend On San Francisco For Three Days Of Shows | KQED

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3 weeks ago
California

Grateful Dead Fans Descend On San Francisco For Three Days Of Shows | KQED

SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SF Sheriff Gets Blowback Over Puzzling Endorsement of MAGA Crusader for Governor

Paul Miyamoto endorsed Chad Bianco for governor, citing friendship despite sharp political differences.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Grateful Dead Fans Descend On San Francisco For Three Days Of Shows | KQED

Democrats hold a nearly 2-to-1 advantage over registered Republicans statewide. This strong Democratic presence positions them favorably to maintain the governorship in California.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Mathews: Trump's opposition to California high-speed rail is a blessing in disguise

Trump's claw-back of $4 billion creates unexpected urgency and unified support for California's high-speed rail project.
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fromNextgov.com
4 weeks ago

California lawmakers urge Trump admin to halt cuts to national labs

Budget cuts to national laboratories threaten American technological and military superiority.
#kamala-harris
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: One hopes Attorney General Rob Bonta suits protect our civil rights

California's Attorney General is actively suing the Trump administration to protect civil rights amidst diverse demographic challenges and policy impacts.
#public-opinion
#ro-khanna
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: The wealthy have a hole in their lives that can't be filled

Wealthy individuals often feel insecure and anxious despite their fortunes, as the fear of losing power overshadows their wealth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump officials tour Alcatraz in bid to reopen prison amid outcry from California leaders

US officials toured Alcatraz to assess plans to reopen it as a federal prison, facing significant backlash from California leaders.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

California Republican lawmakers launch campaign to require voter ID

California Republican lawmakers propose requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship for voters in a 2026 ballot measure.
Cannabis
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Philp: What if the only thing Sacramento can make affordable is weed?

California lawmakers are focusing on cannabis tax relief amid rising costs and industry struggles against illicit competition.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Latest line: A good week for Jensen Huang, a bad week for Susan Illston

Nvidia, co-founded by immigrant Jensen Huang, reached a $4 trillion valuation largely due to AI chips.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Vice president's rumored vacation visit to Disney resort sparks impromptu protest

Protesters gathered outside Disneyland due to Vice President JD Vance's rumored visit amid tensions regarding immigrant policies.
#housing-reform
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Elias: Bay Area's Garamendi saying insurance czar should go' unheard of

U.S. Rep. John Garamendi has publicly criticized fellow Democrat Ricardo Lara's performance as California's insurance commissioner.
#gavin-newsom
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
California

Poll: Immigration fight with Trump boosts Gov. Newsom's ratings

Governor Newsom's immigration conflict with President Trump has positively impacted his favorability ratings among Californians.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
California

Gavin Newsom's career in politics: How the multimillionaire restaurateur became the Democrats' candidate-in-waiting for the presidency

Gavin Newsom displayed presidential ambitions early in his career and has become a significant progressive voice amidst political rivalry.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
California

Gavin Newsom's career in politics: How the multimillionaire restaurateur became the Democrats' candidate-in-waiting for the presidency

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: California GOP House members' Trump budget vote puts majority in play

David Valadao's vote on Trump's bill is framed as a landmark win for California, despite triggers of backlash from health care advocates.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

California wants new education requirements for police officers. Are they watered down?

California lawmakers are debating education standards for police officers amid ongoing manpower shortages.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: The Golden State drifted toward Trump in 2024. Will right turn last?

Harris performed six points worse among men than Biden did, an extensive analysis by the Cook Political Report declared. The falloff was significantly more pronounced among Latino men (-12) and Black men (-7).
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California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

State budget includes $750 million in loans to keep Bay Area transit agencies running while new tax sought

Bay Area transit agencies received a $750 million loan to avert immediate financial crisis, but long-term solutions are still uncertain.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Valadao votes to support Trump megabill that will disrupt healthcare for many of his constituents

David Valadao's vote to cut Medicaid coverage jeopardizes his political future, despite fiscal benefits he negotiated for his district.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Barabak: State Democrats' attempts to silence GOP lawmaker reveal their arrogance

Carl DeMaio, a controversial openly gay Republican, criticized the Assembly's Pride month resolution for political overreach and was interrupted during his remarks.
fromKqed
1 month ago

California Has Invested Billions in Forest Fire Efforts. Newsom Wants the US to Follow | KQED

Gov. Gavin Newsom emphasized the need for the federal government to significantly increase its investments in forest management, stating California's contributions are substantial but insufficient compared to the need.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

State Sen. Scott Wiener prepares to run for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat

"I've been clear that I intend to run for this seat whenever the race opens up, whether in 2026 or 2028. This filing is a critical step to prepare for the serious work of running to succeed one of the icons of American politics."
US politics
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Latest line: A good week for Anthony Tordillos, a bad week for Larry Stone

Anthony Tordillos defeats Gabby Chavez-Lopez in San Jose City Council race.
Larry Stone's resignation will cost taxpayers $13.1 million for a special election.
Former Long Beach mayor's rise in House Oversight is contingent on 2026 election.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: By electing Tordillos, S.J. District 3 rejects corporate influence

District 3 voters rejected corporate influence by voting for Councilmember-elect Tordillos over candidates associated with PG&E.
California must lead in banning bee-killing pesticides to protect vital bee populations.
fromModesto Bee
1 month ago

A second state worker union secures delay to Gavin Newsom's return-to-office order

Gov. Gavin Newsom has delayed the return-to-office order for certain state workers until July 2026 following protests and negotiations.
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