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Mainstream California Democrats survived election night, but their brand remains challenged

Jenny Jarvie — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

When Nithya Raman stepped up to a podium on the night of L.A.'

Commentary: From here to November: Our columnists size up the California governor's race

Mark Z. Barabak, Anita Chabria — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democrat Xavier Becerra starts out with a huge advantage over Republican Steve Hilton. How will they use the next five months? To discuss their policy differences? Or just talk about Trump?

Raman closes in on Pratt as more votes in L.A. mayor's race are tallied

Noah Goldberg — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 00:04:58 GMT

The latest vote tally Saturday evening showed Nithya Raman closing the gap with Spencer Pratt in the L.A. mayor's race, now behind by 1 percentage point.

Judge pauses USDA plan to tie SNAP benefits to Trump's gender, immigration ideology

Taryn Luna — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 18:13:02 GMT

Twenty states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture in March, alleging that the Trump administration is attempting to place unlawful conditions on $74 billion in federal food assistance.

Lopez: For mayoral candidates and all of L.A., here's the homelessness conversation we must have

Steve Lopez — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The mayoral general election is an opportunity to lay out a better plan on homelessness.

How a misreading of data fueled false claims about L.A. mayoral vote count

Kevin Rector — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 01:47:54 GMT

An update of votes for Los Angeles mayor, reported by media outlets, led some observers to believe there was a large batch of votes counted that included zero votes for candidate Spencer Pratt. There was no such batch, but there was a misleading update.

Becerra advances to November, moves closer to becoming California's first elected Latino governor

Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 00:44:25 GMT

Democrat Xavier Becerra consolidated Democratic support to advance in a bitter primary to become California's next governor, while the second spot remains up for grabs.

Feds pursuing 'multiple' election fraud investigations, top prosecutor says

Kevin Rector, Iris Kwok — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 17:36:09 GMT

Federal prosecutor Bill Essayli says multiple California election fraud investigations are underway as state officials reject Trump's cheating claims.

Bill Whitaker, Lesley Stahl and Jon Wertheim will remain at '60 Minutes'

Stephen Battaglio — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 17:02:25 GMT

"We don't want '60 Minutes' to die, the correspondents said in a joint memo.

California voters want to know who won elections. The wait can be 'frustrating, even annoying'

Grace Toohey, Hannah Fry — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Election watchers say it could still be a few more days before tight races are called, including the California gubernatorial and L.A. mayoral primaries.

L.A. city attorney becomes first incumbent ousted in primary in nearly 100 years

Sonja Sharp, James Queally — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The last time a sitting Los Angeles city attorney was knocked out of office in a primary election, the Great Depression was in full swing. The apparent defeat this week of Hydee Feldstein Soto was the result of a lack of clear messaging and a controversy-plagued term, political analysts say.

Chabria: No, Mr. Hilton, our elections are not 'a joke.' It's time for you to stand up to Trump

Anita Chabria — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 21:36:37 GMT

President Trump is falsely claiming that California's primary vote is rigged. Republican Steve Hilton needs to stand up for the state and its elections, which are free and fair.

Trump attorney general pick Todd Blanche could face confirmation challenges

Ben Wieder — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 21:09:56 GMT

Blanche has faced criticism for the $1.8-billion "anti-weaponization fund" created to settle a lawsuit by Trump, two of his sons and their business against the IRS.

Senate rejects an initial attempt to ban Trump's $1.8-billion 'anti-weaponization' fund

Justine McDaniel — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 19:31:23 GMT

It was the second effort in Congress to rebuke President Trump in two days, following the House vote Wednesday to rein in Trump's war powers in Iran.

Trump, without proof, claims 'cheating' in California vote, says federal inquiry underway

Kevin Rector — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 16:37:02 GMT

Trump made claims of cheating in the vote, as had been predicted by election experts and Democratic leaders in California, who dismissed them as baseless bluster.

'60 Minutes' in turmoil as talent revolts under Bari Weiss and new executive producer

Stephen Battaglio — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With an executive producer new to TV and the need to replace four correspondents, can the venerable program retain its stature?

Lopez: Bass clears first hurdle, but if Pratt holds off Raman, the mayoral race could be a holy war

Steve Lopez — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 00:53:46 GMT

Spencer Pratt says he's on a mission from God to save Los Angeles. He is currently running second to Mayor Karen Bass, ahead of Councilmember Nithya Raman.

Hilton and Becerra lead California's unsettled governor's race; Steyer faces elimination

Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 22:49:08 GMT

Hilton, Becerra lead California governor's race; Steyer may be out

Arellano: One thing was clear on election night: Angelenos want change

Gustavo Arellano — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 20:54:47 GMT

If Spencer Pratt moves on to the general election and is serious about winning, he needs to learn from the political revolution pursued by his polar opposites, the local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.

In race for Pelosi's seat, her famed political influence was a factor — but just one

Kevin Rector — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 17:24:11 GMT

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco), 86 and retiring, is still a political influence in the Bay Area, as seen by her endorsement of her replacement.

Barabak: Youth, money, gender and other takeaways from California's crazy gubernatorial primary

Mark Z. Barabak — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 16:36:44 GMT

Money can't buy love. The gubernatorial glass ceiling remains intact. California voters show — again — that boring can be beautiful. Five takeaways from the gubernatorial primary.

Two of music's most powerful executives maxed out donations to Spencer Pratt

August Brown — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Pratt is a registered Republican whose rhetoric about homeless "zombies" rankled progressives. Powerful music executives gave him large donations.

Early returns indicate L.A. County voters have doubts about healthcare sales tax measure

Rebecca Ellis — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 04:09:06 GMT

Voters in L.A. County were asked to decide on increasing the sales tax by half a cent in order to offset federal spending cuts on healthcare.

Luna leads Villanueva in early L.A. County sheriff's race results

Connor Sheets — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 03:58:12 GMT

In the contest for L.A. County sheriff, voters had a choice between incumbent Robert Luna and an array of challengers, led by former sheriff Alex Villanueva.

L.A. City Council incumbents hold wide leads over challengers in primary race voting

Melissa Gomez, Sandra McDonald — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 03:37:47 GMT

Voters cast ballots for eight of the 15 L.A. City Council seats in Tuesday's primary, including for two open seats where incumbents are termed out.

Hilton, Becerra take early leads in California's crowded race for governor

Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 03:00:00 GMT

The race for California governor remains up for grabs.

California congressional race results threaten GOP power in D.C.

Kevin Rector — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 03:00:00 GMT

California congressional race results threaten GOP power in Washington.

Scott Pelley fired from '60 Minutes' after accusing CBS News bosses of 'murdering' the program

Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 02:01:01 GMT

The veteran correspondent is leaving after a dispute with his bosses at CBS' '60 Minutes.'

Supreme Court rules Alabama may redraw congressional maps to oust a Black Democrat

David G. Savage — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 01:49:10 GMT

The decision clears the way for the governor and state lawmakers to redraw their congressional voting map with six districts that favor Republicans and one that favors a Democrat.

3 big things to watch on California election night as ballots are counted

Times staff — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 01:37:20 GMT

With so many key races expected to be tight, officials are warning it could takes days to know the outcome of California's primary election. Here are some important things to watch as the results roll in.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin refuses to commit to following court orders

Andrea Castillo — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 22:47:22 GMT

Mullin faced the Senate Appropriations Committee amid scrutiny over the agency's budget and immigration enforcement ahead of the World Cup.

L.A. Rep. Jimmy Gomez reportedly faces House investigation over sexual misconduct allegations

Ben Wieder — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 21:33:54 GMT

The investigation came after the New York Post reported that the five-term congressman had been spotted kissing a much younger congressional staffer from a different office in 2023.

In deep-blue California, frustration with Democratic status quo roils governor, L.A. mayor race

Jenny Jarvie — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 18:35:17 GMT

For Democrats, little clear consensus has emerged so far on who should lead Los Angeles and California into the future.

Trump signs an executive order to vet top AI models for national security risks

Ana Ceballos, Nilesh Christopher, Justine McDaniel — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 17:46:24 GMT

The order directs the federal government to establish a voluntary early review process for the country's most advanced artificial intelligence models.

Competition to run JPL comes at fraught moment of federal budget cuts, project overruns, management missteps

Corinne Purtill — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 16:47:25 GMT

A competitive contract isn't necessarily a bad thing, experts say. But the administration's anti-science record raises suspicion.

Nearly 400,000 Californians cancel health coverage after losing federal aid

Melody Petersen — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Facing higher premiums and the loss of federal subsidies, 374,000 Californians canceled their health insurance coverage in the first three months of the year.

Bass, Raman or Pratt? Three L.A. residents explain who got their vote for mayor

Seamus Bozeman, Jazmin Alvarado — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Voters are heading to the polls Tuesday to vote for Los Angeles' next mayor. Three voters share why they're voting for their preferred candidate.

Democratic voters confident California election is secure, Republicans less so, poll finds

Kevin Rector — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Strong majorities of registered Democrats and independents in California are confident that local election officials will ensure this week's primary vote is safe and accurate, but far fewer registered Republicans share that confidence, according to a new poll.

Chabria: Why a loss for Hilton would be a win for Trump

Anita Chabria — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California's gubernatorial primary might not be decided for days or weeks. President Trump plans to use our primary to assert federal control of state-run elections.

Vote count for California governor, L.A. mayor could be painfully slow. Don't expect 'instant gratification'

Grace Toohey — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Experts are urging patience as primary tallies begin to roll in Tuesday evening. It's a very real possibility that close races, such as a gubernatorial and L.A. mayoral contests, won't be called until Wednesday or Thursday.

NBC News will put 'Kornacki Cam' on the L.A. mayoral, California gubernatorial races

Stephen Battaglio — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 23:17:24 GMT

After choosing NBC over MS NOW, Steve Kornacki is livestreaming his appearances with the big board on significant election nights.

Trump's $1.8-billion fund unravels amid court setbacks, bipartisan pushback

Ana Ceballos — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 21:33:32 GMT

Democrats say the concession is not enough, and are pushing legislation to ensure no president can ever attempt the creation of such a fund again.

'60 Minutes' veteran Scott Pelley says CBS News bosses are 'murdering' the program

Stephen Battaglio — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 19:42:13 GMT

Pelley also attacked the credentials of Nick Bilton, a former New York Times tech reporter and documentary filmmaker who has never run a TV news operation.

What's on Tuesday's ballot in California? A last-minute guide for state, L.A. elections

Times staff — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 16:25:56 GMT

What is on the California and Los Angeles ballots? Here is a guide to the 2026 June election in California.

The mystery behind Becerra leapfrogging over his rivals in California's governor's race

Dakota Smith, Nicole Nixon — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Xavier Becerra was polling at around 4% in numerous polls taken in February, March and early April. Then, he surged.

Paramount's Delrahim slams 'fear-mongering' and partisan politics clouding Warner Bros. deal

Meg James — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

President Trump once said he would be involved in the Warner Bros. sale but Paramount lawyer Makan Delrahim said the company has "no deals" with the president

Steyer and Hilton scrap for second top spot in tight Tuesday governor's race primary

Seema Mehta, Nicole Nixon, Dakota Smith — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democratic billionaire Tom Steyer and GOP strategist Steve Hilton are battling for second place in Tuesday's gubernatorial primary after former Biden Cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra surged to the front of the field.

Commentary: TikTok? Crazy neighbor? A new poll sheds light on where voters get their information

Lorraine Ali — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A new UC Berkeley-L.A. Times poll shows voters most often rely on the official voter guide and search engines for election information, not big-money campaign ads.

California will play a big role in the fight for power in Congress. Tuesday's primary sets the stage

Kevin Rector — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California redistricting could net Democrats an additional five House seats, a major factor in the fight for control of Congress. The upcoming primaries will set the stage for November's most critical match-ups.

Despite Trump's recent insistence, in-person voting does exist in Los Angeles

Libor Jany — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:56:10 GMT

The president falsely suggested Saturday on Fox News that Los Angeles was holding elections only by mail: 'You know, they don't have voting booths; everything's by mail,' Trump said.

L.A.'s top mayoral candidates fan out across the city making final case to voters

Noah Haggerty, Sandra McDonald, Terry Castleman — Sun, 31 May 2026 21:34:21 GMT

L.A. mayoral hopefuls Karen Bass, Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt spent the weekend making their final campaign push as recent polls show a tightening Tuesday primary.

Trying to be 'strategic,' California Democrats wait to vote amid fears of governor's lockout

Hannah Fry — Sun, 31 May 2026 15:41:28 GMT

California Democrats have been wringing their hands for weeks about who would emerge as front-runners in the unusually crowded race to replace termed-out Gov. Gavin Newsom.

L.A. politics fractures amid dissatisfaction, frayed alliances, generational conflict

Jenny Jarvie — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In 1973, Tom Bradley became L.A.'

Trump enters perilous polling territory, raising questions over base support

Michael Wilner, Ana Ceballos — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Pollsters are questioning long-standing assumptions about the president's floor of support, wondering whether it is at risk of giving way.

'Unhelpful': Top Democrats say Jill Biden's memoir is reopening 2024 wounds

Ana Ceballos — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Jill Biden's new book, "View From the East Wing," is drawing sharp criticism from top Democrats and major donors who backed her husband's campaign.

Here are the big cases the Supreme Court will decide in June

David G. Savage — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The court faces big decisions on cases including birthright citizenship, gun rights, transgender athletes and President Trump's power over independent agencies.

Barabak: In Washington, the knives are out for Xavier Becerra. Most anonymously, of course

Mark Z. Barabak — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Gubernatorial rivals, led by Democrat Tom Steyer, have made Becerra's years in the Biden Cabinet a focus of attacks. While there's certainly room for criticism, there seems to be some axes being ground.

Lopez: A second offering to Spencer Pratt, and 5 points about the L.A. mayor's race

Steve Lopez — Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

As election day approaches, L.A.'s future is on the line. Here are a few things to consider.

Chabria: A Becerra-Steyer race in November? It's possible

Anita Chabria — Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

If Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer were to finish one-two in the primary, the Democrat-vs.-Democrat general election race would force both candidates to answer tough questions.

Fire-prone California could lose hundreds of millions of dollars for wildfire prevention

Noah Haggerty — Sat, 30 May 2026 04:01:20 GMT

Wildfire resiliency advocates warn that reduced funding could leave California more vulnerable to devastation, and are calling on California leaders to act.

Pleas and political attacks fill the homestretch of California governor's race

Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta, Dakota Smith — Fri, 29 May 2026 23:38:23 GMT

The top candidates for California governor crisscrossed the state Friday, all venturing to friendly political territory to woo voters and undermine their rivals as the June 2 primary election fast approaches.

Judge orders removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center, halts closure

Jessica Gelt — Fri, 29 May 2026 19:52:26 GMT

A federal judge has ruled that President Trump's name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing the cultural and arts venue for major renovations.

Trump signals optimism, but still hasn't signed off on an Iran peace framework

Michael Wilner — Fri, 29 May 2026 15:42:31 GMT

Trump faced a politically fraught decision to enter an agreement that would invariably require significant concessions to Tehran.

Democrats call Bondi's Epstein files interview a 'sham'

Ben Wieder — Fri, 29 May 2026 15:34:40 GMT

Democrats said the former attorney general refused to answer numerous questions about President Trump in the closed-door session with lawmakers.

Lopez: Election mystery: Why is Rep. Maxine Waters opposing help for Compton schools?

Steve Lopez — Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Measure CPT would fix and replace aging Compton school sites, but the congresswoman's campaign committee mailer urges a "no" vote.

Contributor: In politics after Trump, nothing is disqualifying

Matt K. Lewis — Fri, 29 May 2026 10:53:00 GMT

Has Trumpism become America's permanent political operating system?

'This is a hijacking': UFC White House fight and race cars take over National Park Service land

Jack Dolan — Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The planned spectacles at the White House and National Mall stray so far from the National Park Service's traditional mission and ethos that advocates and career employees are crying foul.

Becerra leads governor's race, with Hilton and Steyer in tight contest for second spot, poll finds

Seema Mehta — Fri, 29 May 2026 04:19:57 GMT

On the cusp of California's gubernatorial primary, voters are closely split among three candidates to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to a new poll.

Bari Weiss shakes up '60 Minutes' with a new executive producer; Cecilia Vega and Sharyn Alfonsi exit

Stephen Battaglio — Thu, 28 May 2026 16:26:40 GMT

Nick Bilton will replace executive producer Tanya Simon, a 26-year veteran of the program.

A bitter slugfest in Central Valley exposes divisions in the Democratic Party

Nicole Nixon — Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Two Democrats, Jasmeet Bains and Randy Villegas, battle for a chance to face Republican Rep. David Valadao in a southern Central Valley congressional seat after he voted to cut Medicaid funds.

Bondi is set to face questions about the Epstein files. It isn't clear how much she will say

Ben Wieder — Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Pam Bondi will not be under oath at Friday's hearing about Jeffrey Epstein with members of the committee and staff. The committee says it will release a transcript of the interview.

Poll shows Bass, Raman and Pratt locked in tight race ahead of Tuesday's mayoral primary

Noah Goldberg — Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Mayor Karen Bass leads Councilmember Nithya Raman by one percentage point, with Spencer Pratt close behind

Your last-minute voter guide to California's 2026 primary election

Karen Garcia — Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Everything you need to know about how to vote in the 2026 California primary election. How to register and check you status, where to vote and more.

Newsom vows to levy 100% tax on California recipients of Trump's $1.8-billion 'slush fund'

Iris Kwok — Wed, 27 May 2026 23:55:24 GMT

Gov. Gavin Newsom has threatened to tax 100% of the money Californians receive from President Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund for his political allies.

Longtime correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi expects to depart '60 Minutes' as big changes loom

Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:44:48 GMT

Alfonsi's "Inside CECOT" was held by Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss last December, raising concerns over politically motivated interference.

'Easily discarded': Processing delays leave DACA recipients jobless and fearing deportation

Andrea Castillo, Brittny Mejia — Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

DACA renewal delays are costing some recipients their jobs and exposing them to deportation risk as the Trump administration chips away at protections for immigrants brought to the U.S. as children.

Barabak: Texas is where Democratic dreams die. Did Trump change that with his Senate pick?

Mark Z. Barabak — Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Ken Paxton's primary win has buoyed Democratic hopes of an upset by the viral sensation James Talarico. But touted Democrats have a history of falling flat.

Renewed U.S. strikes put Iran talks on verge of collapse

Michael Wilner, Nabih Bulos — Tue, 26 May 2026 15:48:15 GMT

Iran has denounced the most recent U.S. strikes as a sign of bad faith as negotiations press on toward a possible deal to end the war.

PG&E goes after gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer. He welcomes the fight

Dakota Smith — Tue, 26 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

PG&E has plowed at least $13.5 million into efforts to oppose Steyer's bid for California governor, according to campaign records.

After raids, U.S. citizens and immigrants seek millions for shootings, injuries, trauma

Andrea Castillo — Tue, 26 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Dozens of U.S. citizens and immigrants are seeking millions in damages, alleging excessive force, wrongful detention and other abuses by federal agents during immigration raids.

Record-setting outside money pouring into California governor's race

Seema Mehta — Tue, 26 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Corporations, labor unions, tech titans, tribes and other special interests have donated $79.6 million to independent committees focused on swaying the volatile California governor's race ahead of the June 2 primary.

Southern California could get 85% of its water locally and avoid Delta tunnel, groups say

Ian James — Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In a new plan, environmental groups call for a "water renaissance" in California, saying the state needs to invest much more in local water.

As influencers rise in politics, some call for tighter regulations on payments

Ben Wieder — Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Some campaign finance advocates are concerned that voters could increasingly be influenced by social media posts that they don't know are sponsored.

L.A. voters will cast ballots in eight City Council districts, two with open seats

Melissa Gomez — Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The June 2 primary will include two City Council districts where the incumbents are leaving office, one uncontested seat and a Westside race that has topped all others in campaign spending.

Barabak: The 'greatest threat' to rule of law in decades. That's how lawyers, judges see Trump

Mark Z. Barabak — Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A new survey finds deep concern about presidential overreach, persecution of enemies and other unchecked abuses of power. The poll shows the stakes in November.

L.A. is safer than it's been in decades, but crime is an issue dominating the mayor's race

Libor Jany — Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Although homicides and other violent crimes are down to near-historic lows, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' challengers have zeroed in on homelessness and public drug use.

News Analysis: Uncertainty, frustration define messy midterm battles for mayor, governor and Congress

Kevin Rector — Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California's primary election has been buffeted by a lack of front-runners, redrawn political maps, party infighting and competing voter resentment for President Trump and the state's Democratic establishment.

News Analysis: Trump's framework deal with Iran includes few details, prompts fury on the right

Doyle McManus — Sat, 23 May 2026 23:07:24 GMT

The proposed deal would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin longer negotiations that would limit Iran's nuclear program in return for relaxed U.S. economic sanctions.

GOP governor hopefuls give closing arguments to Central Valley Republicans

Nicole Nixon — Sat, 23 May 2026 17:15:40 GMT

Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, the two top Republicans running for governor, make their closing arguments in front of a friendly GOP audience near Fresno before the June 2 primary.

Lopez: Spencer Pratt, please call me. You don't know what you're getting yourself into

Steve Lopez — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The candidate and the columnist have something in common, but comparison ends there.

Leaked files, 'nuclear verdicts,' bruising attacks: Inside the L.A. city attorney race

Sonja Sharp, James Queally — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Challengers from both sides of the political spectrum are seeking to unseat City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto as she chases a second term in office.

'A bridge too far?': As GOP senators revolt, Trump defends fund and attacks defectors

Ana Ceballos — Fri, 22 May 2026 21:24:55 GMT

The president called Republican senators who broke with him quitters who are 'screwing the Republican Party.'

Good night and good luck and goodbye — CBS News Radio signs off after nearly 100 years

Stephen Battaglio — Fri, 22 May 2026 21:15:02 GMT

The service that launched CBS and helped define the broadcast industry had its final newscast Friday.

Contributor: The GOP is collapsing under Trump's loyalty tests

Matt K. Lewis — Fri, 22 May 2026 10:10:00 GMT

The president is purging Republicans who stand against him, but polls show the party should be distancing itself from Trump.

Influencer files complaint against Steyer campaign, alleging violations

Ben Wieder — Thu, 21 May 2026 22:03:36 GMT

The influencer said Steyer's campaign committee failed to notify her of her disclosure requirements, as required by law.

GOP senators balk at Trump's $1.8-billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, force delay in key vote

Ana Ceballos, Justine McDaniel — Thu, 21 May 2026 21:59:00 GMT

The discord marked a potential turning point for Congress, which has been largely sidelined under the second Trump administration on the war in Iran and other issues.

Cruise lines can be held liable for using docks seized under Castro, Supreme Court rules

David G. Savage — Thu, 21 May 2026 19:05:19 GMT

Supreme Court upholds lawsuits over property that was confiscated in Cuba by Fidel Castro's government.

Older AC and fridge chemicals amp up climate change. Trump just rolled back limits on them

Blanca Begert — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:35:49 GMT

Grocery stores and other sectors will be allowed to use more "super pollutants" in their refrigeration systems.

Calmes: Obama's strong terms curbed Iran. Trump struggles to secure even a weak deal

Jackie Calmes — Thu, 21 May 2026 10:02:00 GMT

Since 2018, the president's actions have allowed Iran to rebuild its nuclear program. Now he is in a quagmire of his own creation.