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Gavin Newsom says he's 'burdened by the facts' as he criticizes California billionaire wealth tax proposal
California Gov. Gavin Newsom doubled down on his criticism of the proposed billionaire wealth tax, warning it could cut school and safety funding rather than solve budget issues.
California Crypto Billionaires Plan to Spend Tens of Millions on Moderate Candidates
Chris Larsen and Tim Draper, two outspoken Silicon Valley leaders, are planning to spend tens of millions of dollars to elect moderate state lawmakers this year.
Prep talk: Bay League has a trio of top senior pitchers for 2026 baseball season
Garrett Jacobs of Mira Costa, Robby Zimmerman of Redondo Union and Kai Van Scoyoc of Palos Verdes are pitchers to watch this spring in high school baseball.
Gavin Newsom says at SF event that he isn't sold on breaking up PG&E
"I'm not convinced," the California governor said.
Legal battle over California's SB 1137 pits property rights against public health
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) Senate Bill 1137, enacted in June 2024, has sparked a legal battle over its constitutionality.The bill establishes a 3,200-foot
California Democrats help lead counter-offensive against Trump immigration crackdown
Democrats seized on a growing sense, shared by some Republicans, that the campaign has gotten so out of hand that the political winds have shifted heavily in their favor.
Senate Democrats and White House strike deal to avert shutdown, continue ICE debate
The deal could be approved by the Senate as early as Thursday night, but would still need House approval before midnight Friday to avert another government shutdown.
'New evidence' gives Jordan Chiles a chance to secure the return of her Olympic bronze medal
Switzerland's highest court has sent the case of Jordan Chiles' disputed bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics back to the CAS based on 'new evidence' that might prove favorable for the U.S. gymnast.
San José Mayor Matt Mahan, a Newsom critic and political moderate, is running to become California's next governor
San José Mayor Matt Mahan announced he is running for California governor, joining an already crowded field.
California’s health care workforce crisis is a policy choice
“California should redouble our own state investments in health care workforce pathways and financial support for students.”
Commentary: Farewell to Peter Duesberg, a godfather of scientific disinformation
Peter Duesberg squandered his scientific reputation by advancing a debunked theory about AIDS, but his influence on anti-vaccine activists lives on.
Calif. politicians introduce Minneapolis-inspired bill
The bill is the most recent from California lawmakers responding to ICE raids.
Convicted sex offender tried to rape a woman in a business, police said. They're searching for other victims
Convicted sex offender arrested for attempted rape inside DTLA business, captured in Skid Row
Sergey Brin Spends $20 Million on California Political Effort Amid Wealth Tax Debate
Sergey Brin, the co-founder of Google, is donating toward campaigns to solve California’s housing crisis, spurring other billionaires to pitch in. Their efforts may also help ward off a wealth tax.
Teen Mental Health and School-Based Services in California
About 3 in 10 California teens report serious psychological distress, yet significant gaps exist between the need for mental health care and receipt of services. This report examines teen mental health and access to care across demographic groups and describes how state and district funding have expanded school-based solutions.
Policy Brief: Teen Mental Health and School-Based Services in California
Rates of chronic sadness and suicidal thoughts in teens have been rising in California—and nationwide—since about 2009. Significant gaps exist between the reported need for mental health care and receipt of services. The state has recently invested $8 billion for child and teen mental health, including school-based services.
Trump's response to Pretti killing upends Second Amendment politics : Here & Now Anytime
Alex Pretti was legally carrying a gun when a federal agent shot and killed him in Minneapolis last weekend. President Trump and other federal officials blamed his death on the fact that he had a gun, but Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus chair Bryan Strawser explains why he disagrees.And, after leading immigration operations in Minneapolis, Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino has returned to his previous job in California. CalMatters investigative reporter Sergio Olmos talks about Bovino’s record in California.
Sacramento Bee adds political reporting firepower at California Capitol
Ben Paviour will join The Bee next month as California Political Power Reporter, delivering exclusive storytelling on Statehouse politics.
NFL Hall of Fame snubs Bill Belichick and sports world is gagged: 'I can't be reading this right'
Sports figures from Patrick Mahomes to LeBron James expressed shock and outrage after news broke that Bill Belichick failed to gain Hall of Fame election on his first ballot.
California mental health hospitals warn over cuts after state hands down staffing rules
Psychiatric hospitals could close beds under proposed state rules if regulators don’t allow implementation time, facilities warn.
Teamsters California endorses proposed billionaires tax
Teamsters California, with 250,000 members statewide, becomes the largest union to back the proposed November ballot measure to enact a onetime billionaires tax.
As the U.S. bids adieu to the World Health Organization, California says hello
In the wake of the U.S. withdrawal from WHO, California is the first state to participate in the agency's disease monitoring network. Are others following?
Why comedian Katherine Ryan won't make fun of her kids on stage: 'I don't wanna get Brooklyn Beckhamed'
The British-Canadian comedian says she steers clear of making any of her five children the punchline for fearing of stirring up Beckham-style family drama.
Expiration of federal health insurance subsidies: What to know in California
Thousands in California who rely on the state-run health insurance marketplace face premiums that are thousands of dollars higher as federal subsidies expire.
Commentary: They said Katie Porter was dead politically. I checked her pulse
A one-two punch of unflattering videos caused many to write off Porter's gubernatorial candidacy. But the former O.C. congresswoman remains a top contender.
Thousands of Californians move to Idaho every year. Who are they?
They’ve faced, at times, a chilly welcome from Idahoans. What the data tell us about the state’s largest group of newcomers.
Who Decides When a Home Is Safe? A California Bill Says Science, Not Insurers.
Following a Times investigation, a state lawmaker is proposing the first health-based standards for assessing smoke contamination after wildfires.
Solar Sun Surfer Expands Commercial Services with Comprehensive Installation Solutions for Business Clients
Santa Rosa, California - January 27, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Solar Sun Surfer has announced the expansion of its
Iowa puts stringent defense up against Chad Baker-Mazara, USC
Southern California will try to close out a successful road swing on Wednesday in Iowa City, when the Trojans face an Iowa team seeking its third straight win.
Another strike sends 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to picket lines
An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers launched an open-ended strike this week in California and Hawaii to demand better wages and staffing.
Another strike sends 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to picket lines
An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers launched an open-ended strike this week in California and Hawaii to demand better wages and staffing
'Blind Side' star Quinton Aaron remains on life support, but health reportedly improving
'Blind Side' actor Quinton Aaron was hospitalized last week after collapsing at home in Atlanta. His wife reportedly said he is showing signs of improvement.
McDonald's brings back an iconic item from the 1980s
McDonald's brings back beloved Changeables Happy Meal toys after decades, featuring 16 transforming robots and dinosaurs for nostalgic fans everywhere.
Keurig recalls more than 80K McCafé decaf K-Cup pods over caffeine mix-up
Keurig Dr Pepper voluntarily recalled 80,640 McCafé decaf K-Cup pods sold in California, Indiana and Nevada after FDA classifies mislabeling as Class II recall due to caffeine error.
Scientists recover the oldest wooden tools from a site in Greece
Scientists say two artifacts found at a lake shore in Greece are the oldest wooden tools uncovered so far.
Return to Sioux Falls from California leads to career as business banker
This week's Up-and-Comer is Tanner Beukelman, a business banker at American Bank & Trust.
My internship mapping toxic microbes: The power of community in coastal health monitoring
Hello! I’m Taylor Hart, a 2024 NOAA Hollings scholar studying earth system science with a minor in biological sciences at the University of California, Irvine. This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to intern at the National Coastal Centers for Ocean Science Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina! My research was focused on mapping the dis
CALIFORNIA'S UNFINISHED BUSINESS | Lawmakers ignore most state audit warnings, costing billions
Sundance beguiles with sex comedies as distributors circle
Movies such as Olivia Wilde's "The Invite" and the Iliza Shlesinger-starring "Chasing Summer" steer the fest toward chucklesome ground as news of deals build.
Army vet wins $6.8 million from jury after suing LAPD over mental health '5150' hold
Slade Douglas filed a lawsuit against the LAPD and City of Los Angeles over an August 2019 incident in which he says he was forcibly hospitalized and drugged after officers responded to a report that he might be suicidal.
Should Florida follow California’s lead on Obamacare?
They won’t say it that bluntly. They never do. But that’s exactly where this is headed.
Another shutdown appears likely after Minnesota shooting prompts revolt by Democrats
The standoff has also revealed fractures among GOP lawmakers, who have called for a federal and state investigation into the shooting and congressional hearings.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California go on strike calling for new contracts
PaleyFest L.A. 2026 to reunite 'Charlie's Angels' actors for 50th anniversary
The 2026 PaleyFest lineup includes a 50th anniversary celebration of the groundbreaking series 'Charlie's Angels,' along with panels on hit shows like 'The Pitt' and 'Pluribus.'
Newly launched California Post aiming high with sports coverage
The California Post is launching on Monday with a slew of big-name sports reporters.
Prep talk: St. Monica Academy enjoys huge turnaround under new girls' basketball coach
Veteran coach Vic Karapetian has St. Monica Academy girls' basketball at 15-3 this season.
Housing costs are crippling many Americans. Here's how the two parties propose to fix that
With housing costs so central to voters' perceptions about the economy, both parties have put forward proposals in recent weeks targeting affordability.
Thousands of Bay Area Kaiser workers to go on strike starting Monday: Here's what we know
Kaiser Permanente said in a statement that negotiations were resuming Sunday with unionized nurses and other workers who are planning an open-ended strike starting Monday at dozens of locations in California and Hawaii.
At the end of Sundance's first weekend, still no major deals but plenty of tension
In this special Sundance edition, filmmakers in Park City react to the incidents in Minneapolis, Amy Nicholson has her first critic's diary and Tamra Davis debuts "The Best Summer."
Harrah’s Resort Southern California releases upcoming entertainment lineup
Harrah’s Resort Southern California is hosting a variety of live shows, interactive events, and culinary experiences in February and March 2026, featuring legendary musicians, top comedians, …
Trump's playbook falters in crisis response to Minneapolis shooting
Damage from the latest fatal shooting in Minneapolis by federal agents continued to reverberate Sunday, creating political jeopardy for the president.
Eddie Izzard’s breakneck solo 'Hamlet' opts for cracking good storytelling over subtlety
Wry, gender-fluid British comedian Eddie Izzard's solo 'Hamlet,' adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell, arrives at the Montalbán Theatre for the touring production's Los Angeles run.
The Times' top 25 high school basketball rankings
A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland this week.
California Politics 360 Full Episode | Supreme Court considers Prop. 50 maps
The Republican Party filed an emergency application, asking the Supreme Court to block the maps.
Letters to the Editor: Yes, political extremists are dangerous, but more so when they’re in power
'Wingnuts are dangerous, but mainstream wingnuts even more so. It’s time we all wake up to the reality that there is nothing conservative about MAGA populism,' writes an L.A. Times reader.
Kaiser nurses plan to go on strike statewide; several hospitals in L.A. and Orange counties to be affected
More than 31,000 healthcare professionals plan to walk off the job on Monday.
News Analysis: A playbook emerges to counter Trump as 'middle powers' unite
The Greenland crisis has proved to be an inflection point for U.S. allies, whose leaders shed the pretense that all is well with Washington as they confront a new order.
A millionaire in California explains why he's happy to pay more taxes
A millionaire in California shares why he supports the state's proposed billionaire wealth tax — and why he doesn't plan to move away.
High school basketball: Saturday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Saturday's games.
Inside California Politics: Trump vs. Newsom, now on WWE?
(Inside California Politics) — This week on Inside California Politics, Sen. Adam Schiff had a wide-ranging discussion with correspondent Eytan Wallace. Plus, state Sen. Josh Becker shared details …
Wisconsin red hot going into matchup with struggling USC
Surging Wisconsin looks to extend its winning streak when it returns home to host Southern California in a Big Ten matchup on Sunday in Madison.
Christen Press wants to be a game-changer for women's sports in retirement
Christen Press, who was honored by the U.S. women's soccer team before its win over Paraguay, is determined to be advocate for women's sports in retirement.
Sundance's second day brings Charli XCX and fandoms of all kinds
We report from the scenes of the Charli XCX world premiere "The Moment" and an exclusive listening party for the world's rarest album.
Why employee ownership is good business for California
In Santa Paula, construction workers are building more than infrastructure, they’re building company ownership.
Letters to Sports: Readers debate whether the Dodgers are ruining baseball
Readers of the Los Angeles Times give their thoughts on the Dodgers signing Kyle Tucker, the Rams, the LeBron James-Jeanie Buss rift and college football.
NFL conference championship picks: Rams prevail over Seahawks
Sam Farmer makes his picks and predictions for the AFC and NFC championship games, with the Patriots and the Rams prevailing to reach the Super Bowl.
Good Sports: 2 Clovis wrestling programs setting the standard nationwide
The Central Valley is home to not only the best high school wrestling in California, but in the nation.
California splits with Trump administration over World Health Organization
California is once again breaking ranks with the Trump administration, this time over the World Health Organization.
California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines
The U.S. Transportation Department agency that approved the plan pushed back on the lawsuit
California becomes first state to join a World Health Organization network, Newsom's office says
The news comes after the Trump administration withdrew the United States from the World Health Organization.
California sticks with WHO as US exits
Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story California sticks with WHO as US exits Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) affirmed his state’s conti…
California's largest pediatric healthcare system to halt transgender care amid Trump admin threats
Rady Children’s Health, the largest pediatric healthcare system in California, will stop providing gender-affirming medical care to transgender youth amid pressure from the federal government.
California joins UN health network following US departure from WHO
California said on Friday it will become the first U.S. state to join the World Health Organization's global outbreak response network following the Trump administration's decision to pull Washington out of the WHO.
California Joins UN Health Network Following US Departure From WHO
By Jasper Ward Jan 23 (Reuters) - California said on Friday it will become the first U.S. state to join the World Health Organization's global outbreak response network following the Trump administration's decision to pull Washington out of the WHO. The network, comprised of more than 360 ...
Redding, Anderson Walmart stores to offer free health checks, products
Here's when and how to get free product samples, blood pressure and glucose checks, vision screenings and more at California Walmart pharmacies.
California to join WHO health network in rebuke of Trump
It’s Gavin Newsom’s latest counter to the Republican president.
HHS regional director touts administration’s ‘Make America Health Again’ agenda in OC
Victoria Seaman, a regional director for the federal department, visited Southern California and Sacramento to advocate for various health policies.
California joins WHO public health network following US exit, marking a first for any state
Commentary: This is not normal: Why a fake arrest photo from the White House matters
The White House altered a photo of Nekima Levy Armstrong, a civil rights lawyer arrested in Minneapolis for protesting inside a church.
Sundance's first major drama arrives early with the heartbreaking 'Josephine'
In The Times’ first daily newsletter from Sundance 2026, several movies lead the pack, including Charli XCX’s "The Moment" and "Buddy," starring a homicidal orange unicorn.
Trump lawyers urge Supreme Court to block California's new election map while upholding Texas'
Texas hopes to elect five more Republicans to Congress, while California would like five more Democrats.
Treasury chief unloads on Gavin Newsom’s Davos stunt, mocks governor’s ‘brain the size of a walnut’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent escalates feud with California Gov. Gavin Newsom after comparing him to "American Psycho" character.
'Pick an office, any office’: For California Democrats, any job will do
Several candidates are moving to undercard contests or local elections to maintain a semblance of power.
How to watch the Grammys — and everything else you need to know
Here's how to watch the 2026 Grammy Awards, hosted by Trevor Noah for the final time and featuring a performance from nominee Sabrina Carpenter.
Why Europe's far right has split with Trump over Greenland
Many far-right groups across Europe, which aligned with Trump's MAGA movement in their fervent opposition to immigration, are suddenly in rebellion against an administration they once thought of as an ideological ally.
Apple Hosting LA Event for Creators on January 27-29 That Could Coincide With MacBook Pro Announcement
Apple has sent out invites to select creators for an "Apple Experience" in Los Angeles, California, scheduled for January 27 to 29. The event has sparked speculation that Apple will also announce new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. Creator Petr Mara shared an image of his invite on Instagram on January 7, but it appears to have only now gained significant traction on social media platforms.
High school basketball: Thursday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Thursday's games.
Exclusive: Wealthy governor candidate Steyer calls to end corporate PAC spending
The San Francisco investor, a massive political spender on his own causes, says to lower cost of living California must end corporate PACs
XG leans into radical self-love with debut album 'The Core'
XG’s first full-length release, 'The Core,' builds on the group's signature sound with a couple of twists.
Sure, Phil Collins has health problems. But maybe that 24/7 nurse could come out on tour with him?
Phil Collins is talking about health woes as part of a BBC podcast series marking his 75th birthday. Maybe his 24/7 nurse will join him in the recording studio one day?
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Prep talk: The Marcaccini family is back in high school basketball
Freshman James Marcaccini and father Monte are at Oaks Christian as a player and an assistant coach.
Trump hedges in the Arctic
In his Davos speech focused largely on the fate of Greenland, Trump made no mention of the residents whose lives have been consumed by confusion and concern over his designs.
Gavin Newsom is a ‘beautiful shapeshifter’ in politics: Caroline Downey
'The Bottom Line' panelists Caroline Downey and Brianna Lyman criticize California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s trip to Davos and sound the alarm on a Democratic governor’s ‘bait and switch’ on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Fresno County health leaders monitoring whooping cough cases
It's been a busy respiratory illness season for doctors in Central California. But that's not the only sickness that doctors are dealing with.
Trump revels in Davos about making the rich even richer
After it was announced that California Gov. Gavin Newsom would share his views on President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week, MAGA influencer Katie Miller derided the Democrat for his presence at the event frequented by wealthy businessmen.
Trump backs away from military force, says U.S. has 'framework' for Greenland's future
The developments followed weeks of escalating threats from Trump to control Greenland by any means necessary — including by force, if left with no other choice.
'I won't use force' and other key quotes from Trump's Davos speech
President Trump criticized European countries, demanded to acquire Greenland and said he wants to help California combat crime.
FCC says "The View," "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" may not be exempt from "equal time" rules for politicians
FCC appears to be taking a dim view of whether late-night and daytime TV talk shows that interview politicians deserve an exemption from the "equal time" rules
Kristen Bell will return to host SAG's Actor Awards for third time
Kristen Bell will take the stage on March 1 to host SAG's Actor Awards for the third time.