August 2026
Two good ideas from Republicans dead on arrival in Democratic Legislature
Memo to Democrats and independents: Just because an idea emanates from a Republican, doesn’t mean it necessarily stinks.
Ripple or blue wave? This race will test Democratic strength in November
The contest in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District should be a shoo-in for Republicans. But a problematic candidate, inflation and Trump’s unpopularity give Democrats not far-fetched hopes for a massive upset.
Raman’s role in tackling homelessness comes under scrutiny in L.A. mayor’s race
Critics say the candidate failed to lead a homelessness committee with the urgency needed to combat L.A.’s enduring crisis. Raman claims that politics were at play.
Will Trump interfere in the midterms? Democrats and their allies are preparing
Across California and the nation, Democratic leaders and voting rights advocates are ramping up coordination and gaming out responses to a raft of potential actions by the Trump administration to subvert the November vote or deny its outcome.
Spencer Pratt gives a rave review to Karen Bass
Pratt said Bass was “an assassin” and a “very skilled politician” who “made mincemeat of Nithya throughout the debate, both stylistically and substantively.”
As Colorado River reservoirs plummet, Trump administration orders water cuts
The Trump administration has released a detailed water-saving plan for the Colorado River, where reservoirs have been dropping dramatically.
Shadow ‘highly likely’ to nest up with new eagle pal, biologist says
On the heels of Jackie’s death, Shadow is spending time with a new eagle at his Big Bear aerie. Expert says it’s “highly likely” they’ll pair up come nesting season.
Aisha Wahab wins election to complete former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s term
Wahab, a progressive state senator from the East Bay, defeated BART President Melissa Hernandez in a special election to complete Swalwell’s term.
Eric Swalwell briefly detained as feds seize his phone at S.F. airport, source says
The latest developments in the federal investigation come four months after Swalwell dropped his gubernatorial bid denying allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
Carson reaches $370 million settlement with Marathon Petroleum, resolving tax dispute
The agreement comes after years of litigation over how much Marathon should pay Carson in local taxes.