Three Democrats compete to succeed Pelosi in Congress, focusing on progressive policies during a forum in San Francisco. They hold common ground on issues but differ in strategy and representation aspirations.

A tangled payroll system and decades‑old software have left California reclaiming millions from state employees. Reforms and a costly overhaul are aimed at stopping the next wave of errors.

San Francisco scored nearly $4 million from online sellers accused of shipping flavored nicotine pouches. The settlements force websites to block SF addresses and post warnings.

California’s SB 1061 keeps most medical debt off credit reports while federal rules remain unsettled. Here’s what Californians need to know.

Lawmakers in Sacramento unveiled SB 876 and related bills to speed insurance payouts, force transparency and expand replacement coverage for wildfire survivors.

New analysis shows the San Francisco ICE region recorded about 217 arrests per 100,000 non‑citizen residents in 2025 — the lowest in the nation. Experts point to sanctuary law and community resistance as key factors.

A Berkeley councilmember is pushing to restore limited tear gas use for the police SRT in high‑risk incidents, prompting oversight and activist pushback. The Police Accountability Board will review the resolution before council consideration.

A court has upheld San Francisco's Proposition K, which supports converting part of the Great Highway into Sunset Dunes park, against a lawsuit challenging its legality.

Mayor Daniel Lurie named Bernal Heights housing advocate Ruth Ferguson to the City College board as trustees work to steady finances and accreditation. Expect a June primary test to keep the seat.

Protests erupted in the Bay Area after Trump's military action in Venezuela that resulted in Nicolás Maduro's seizure, sparking legal and ethical debates.

More than 100 people rallied at Mexican Heritage Plaza to denounce U.S. strikes in Venezuela and the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Local activists called the operation illegal and urged oversight.

A 9th Circuit panel ruled California's open‑carry ban unconstitutional in a 2–1 decision, targeting a population rule that covers most urban counties. The state is weighing rehearing and appeals.

Judge P. Casey Pitts upheld a mandate for humane treatment of detainees at a San Francisco ICE facility, confirming it applies to all ICE-operated detention rooms.