CA Attorney General Will Ask Appeals Court to Reinstate CA Ban on Foie Gras

One NorCal animal rights law organization called foie gras “a product of extreme animal cruelty.”

Gov. Brown Announces Partnership to Provide Money for Solar

Gov. Jerry Brown and U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro announced the project from the roof of Marlton Manor.

San Mateo County Votes to Increase Pay 10 Percent for In-Home Caregivers

County officials said they were glad Service Employees International Union (SEIU) accepted their last, best and final offer.

Developmental Disabilities Advocates Call For $500 Million In Increased State Funding

Social workers want cuts made during the 2008 recession be restored in Gov. Brown's budget.

Attorney General Kamala Harris Eying Boxer's Senate Seat

The former district attorney of San Francisco says she'll be making a run for the U.S. Senate.

After Four Terms, Sen. Barbara Boxer Says She Won't Seek Re-election

Boxer has held public office since she was elected to the Marin County Board of Supervisors in 1976, where she was the board’s first woman.

San Mateo County Supervisors Name President

Carole Groom, who is from District 2, was elected to a second term as president on Tuesday.

No More Plastic Bags, Rubbers for Prisoners and Paid Sick Time: 15 New CA Laws in 2015

Here are 15 of the new laws that are going into effect this year.

New Law Improves Process For California Ballot Initiatives

Our state loves "measures," having voted on 360 since 1912. This update makes process more "voter friendly."

New President of CPUC Appointed by Governor

Gov. Brown appointed Michael Picker to lead the embattled panel, which has recently dealt with allegations of corruption.

Leondra Kruger Confirmed To CA State Supreme Court Post

She will be the youngest and only African-American on the bench, and labeled “exceptionally well qualified.”

Caltrain Lowering the Cost of Some Fares

The changes go into effect Sunday.

CA Senator Introduces Bill Banning New Artificial Turf Made With Recycled Tires; Concern Raised the Surfaces May Harm Kids

Turf may save water, but is it safe? Or are the chemical compounds causing cancer and other illnesses?

Senator Hill Wants to Ban Certain Artificial Turf in Schools, Parks

Senator Jerry Hill says he's concerned about the risks associated with using recycled tires to create artificial turf.

Sen. Hill Introduces Bills on Privacy, Consumer Protection

Other bills cover the use of antibiotics in livestock, PGE and travel by public officials.

State Slaps Tougher Insurance Requirements on Uber, Lyft

$1 million primary commercial insurance now required.

Covered California Enrollment Underway

Varying sign-up deadlines are in December and February.

5 Bond, Parcel Tax Measures Approved in San Mateo County

Complete unofficial election results here.

Incumbents Favored in Menlo Park, Atherton Council Elections

Results from across San Mateo county were overall in favor of incumbents.

Unofficial Election Results For All San Mateo Co. Candidates

City Council races for Daly City, Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, Menlo Park & Pacifica. Town Council races for Atherton, Colma & Hillsborough.

Find Your Polling Place in Menlo Park or Atherton

Simply enter your address in the box below to find your polling location.

Issues Discussed at Menlo College Candidate Forum

The four City Council candidates for the Town of Atherton discussed election issues at the Candidates Forum at Menlo College on October 29.

Calif. Initiative Would Prevent Police Agencies from Deporting Illegal Immigrants

Signature gathering has begun.

San Mateo County Still Needs Election Day Workers; Earn Up to $148

San Mateo County officials say they are still looking for election officers.

Tuesday is Last Day to Request to Vote by Mail

If you're planning on voting by mail for the Nov. 4 election, you better get on it!

State Task Force Takes Aim at Criminal Tax Evasion

"Criminal tax evasion damages legitimate businesses and imposes unfair costs on law-abiding citizens.”

Atherton Council Candidates Discuss Issues at Menlo College, Atherton's Largest Voting Block

A candidate forum for the Town of Atherton City Council will be hosted by Menlo College on Wednesday, October 29 at 7 PM, Russell Center.

Block Indian Casinos? Drug-Test Doctors? Web Site Helps Voters Navigate Ballots

The nonprofit, nonpartisan "California Choices" is useful tool for weighing state measures and candidates for Nov. 4 election

How to Register to Vote in San Mateo County on Monday

It's the last day to get registered if you want to vote in the Nov. 4 election!

State Sen. for Menlo Park Says 'Californians Should Rejoice' Over CPUC President's Departure

Sen. Jerry Hill, D-San Mateo, had scheduled a news conference for the same day calling for Peevey’s ousting.

STANFORD: Democrats, Republicans Worlds Apart

Political animosity exceeds racial hostility, new research shows. And Americans' political biases spill over into their social lives.

State Adds 7,500 Preschool Slots For Low-Income Families

These spaces will partially reinstate cuts that were made during the recession when California eliminated 100,000 subsidized slots.

City Officials Appealing PG&E Penalty, Call For Independent Monitor

San Bruno city officials say the penalties levied by the CPUC in September are not enough to ensure public safety.

New Law Means Toy Guns in Calif. Must Be Bright, Easily Distinguishable

The Imitation Firearms Safety Act aims to curb the use of replica guns that look like the real deal.

'Audrie's Law' Toughening Juvenile Sex Crime Statutes Signed by Gov. Brown

The law is named after teen victim Audrie Pott, who committed suicide in 2012 after being sexually assaulted at a party in Saratoga.

MARTINS BEACH: Brown Signs Law Requiring Negotiations for Public Access

SB 968 Calls for Negotiations to Begin with Silicon Valley Billionaire to Restore Public Access to the Beach

In Less Than 8 Hours: Opponents of Statewide Plastic-Bag Ban Vow Repeal

California was first "ban" state when Gov. Brown signed a bill this a.m. Now signatures being gathered for ballot initiative to overturn.

California Becomes First State to Ban Plastic Bags

The law will start to take effect in July 2015.

See Ya, Plastic Bags! Ban Goes Statewide

Gov. Brown signed bill today banning single-use plastic bags starting next year.

Brown Signs Bill to Fight Human Trafficking

Brown also signed six other bills that he said are aimed at better protecting victims of human trafficking.