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October 2, 2023

Newsom names Laphonza Butler, former Kamala Harris adviser, to fill Feinstein's vacant Senate seat

California Gov. Gavin Newsom named Democratic strategist Laphonza Butler as Sen. Dianne Feinstein's replacement in the U.S. Senate following the senator's death.

October 1, 2023

California leaders face backlash over pushback against homeless encampments

Homeless advocacy groups have attacked California leaders for pushing back on a court ruling that limited government authority over public encampments.

October 1, 2023

San Francisco officials push to keep paying eye-popping sum for homeless camper RV spots

San Francisco leaders are considering extending a lease for a homeless initiative that houses people on a parking lot in their RVs, despite each spot costing roughly $140,000.

October 1, 2023

I also think of Rome and here’s the important thing I learned

I also think of Rome and here’s the important thing I learned. Those who get involved in politics might not lose their heads, but the dangers are many. We still can't let them stop us.

October 1, 2023

Oprah Winfrey, Meghan Markle reportedly floated as potential replacements for Dianne Feinstein

Oprah Winfrey and Meghan Markle are reportedly being floated as potential replacements for Democratic California Sen. Dianne Feinstein after her death.

October 1, 2023

Gav's gov't: Newsom will have hand-picked all California's most powerful politicians after Feinstein death

Sen. Dianne Feinstein's death means that California Gov. Gavin Newsom will have appointed the state's 2 senators, secretary of state, and attorney general.

October 1, 2023

Nonbinary actor claims 'trans-misogny' when podcaster asks about transition surgeries for minors

Advocates for women who have detransitioned are speaking out after "Queer Eye" star Jonathan Van Ness suggested it was “transphobic" to question transitions for minors.

October 1, 2023

Oregon middle school won't say whether student filmed attacking girl is transgender

An Oregon middle school would not comment on whether a student who was charged for assaulting a girl in a school hallway is transgender.

September 30, 2023

'Squad' Dem Jamaal Bowman offers bizarre response after pulling fire alarm: 'open the door'

Rep. Jamaal Bowman confirmed that he triggered a fire alarm Saturday in the Cannon Building, with his chief of staff adding that the congressman "regrets any confusion" over the incident.

September 30, 2023

Who is Tupac murder suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis?

The self-proclaimed "Compton Kingpin," Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, whom police called the "shot caller" of a rival gang of Tupac Shakur, was charged in Shakur's murder