Politics
Tennessee lawmakers pass U.S. House map carving up majority-Black district in Memphis
Republican leadership quickly adjourned the special session, sending the new map on to Republican Gov. Bill Lee, who promptly signed it into law.
Alabama lawmakers pass plan for new U.S. House primary, if courts allow different districts
Alabama lawmakers are set to vote on a measure that could change the state’s congressional primaries as part of a bid to switch its U.S. House districts.
California hospitals will soon provide free diapers to newborns thanks to new state program
California is partnering with nonprofit Baby2Baby to provide new parents with 400 free diapers, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday. The program is part of an effort to help families with the rising cost of living.
Who won the California governor debate on CNN? Here’s what our columnists say
Villaraigosa had a strong night. Becerra projected steadiness. Bianco was the biggest loser. Where did all of this land with California voters?
Top takeaways from fiery, at times ugly, California governor debate on CNN
Democrat Xavier Becerra’s rapid rise in California’s race for governor made him a ripe and constant target during a combative nationally televised debate Tuesday evening.
Governor’s debate spawns another raucous clash: 5 explosive moments
Candidates for California governor face off in another televised debate hosted by L.A. TV stations NBC4 and Telemundo 52 as voting begins in the June 2 primary.
Newsom pledges to move forward with Delta water tunnel in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom provided a chronological look back at his water policies and asserted the need to continue his effort to modernize state infrastructure through the Delta Conveyance Project.
Big donors backed Harris in 2024. For 2028, they’re not so sure
Though few in the party want to criticize Harris, few appear ready to endorse her. Conversations about her prospects often come down to one thing: Democrats’ anxiety about winning.
This is the most compelling California governor’s race in ages. Really.
Far from boring, the contest is the most wide open in a generation, with a potential to make history in November. Those yawning at the contest may be looking for glitz and entertainment. Voters aren’t.
‘Extremely scary’: Specter of an all-GOP governor’s race spurs push to remake open primary
A political consultant filed an application with state officials seeking to alter California’s voting system by reverting to a traditional primary with the top vote-getters from each party.