"This legislation is overdue and will help families that are struggling in this harsh economy." Gov. Jerry Brown
eSlate machines make voting as easy as whirling a dial and clicking a button.
The bill passed the state legislature this week.
In 2011, BART officials cut off cellphone service to underground stations to prevent a planned protest. A bill sitting on the governor’s desk would require government agencies to get a court order before doing the same.
Jackie Speier's props meant to point out the inequity in members of Congress traveling with generous food allowances while voting against food stamp programs that give Americans just a few dollars a day to eat.
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The closure starts at 8 p.m.
Here's what you need to know about the Bay Bridge closure, biking on the new span and what will happen to the old bridge and its good luck troll.
A live snapshot of where fires are burning throughout the state.
A weekly round-up of news from the state Capitol.
The new Bay Bridge should be safer in earthquakes and sport a better view, too.
The old span will be closed on the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 28, and the new span will open on Tuesday morning, Sept. 3.
Before going for a run or embarking on a long hike, read this warning.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta changes his mind to be in favor of medical marijuana. What do you think?
Despite the Supreme Court’s decision to invalidate part of Voting Rights Act, Obama administration wants to continue pre-clearance policy.
Use this chart to where the state directed the money.
Obama makes unexpected personal comments on the contentious case that has stirred national riots this week.
Millbrae's jobless rate rose slightly last month but is still incredibly low.
700 unisex bikes will be available at five docking stations between San Francisco and San Jose, including several on the Peninsula.
University of California officials announced Friday that U.S. Department of Homeland Security secretary will take over as school's president.
The time-sensitive issue of doubled student loan rates is stalled again in Congress, with both parties hesitant to compromise.
Employers will now have until 2015 to provide federally mandated health benefits for their employees.
After ongoing negotiations broke off just before 11 p.m. Thursday, BART management and the unions agreed to extend the previous contract for 30 days while both sides continue working toward a new contract.
After failure to meet a July 1 deadline, Congress left for recess with Stafford loan rates set to double on Monday.
County clerks will be ready on Monday for marriage licenses issues newly expanded to same-sex couples. An emergency petition filed Saturday asked the court to stop the weddings.
The Supreme Court invalidated a major part of the landmark legislation this week.
The Supreme Court rules the same-sex marriage ban unconstitutional, also strikes down DOMA.
New jobs in the finance and information sectors, as well as trade, transportation and utilities, are being credited for the decline in the jobless rate.
Two proposed amendments to the state Constitutional would lower the voter threshold for funding measures.
The 29-year-old whistleblower is still in hiding after revealing the NSA’s collection of phone conversations and internet surveillance.
State Sen. Jerry Hill, D-San Mateo, introduced the package of bills that have been approved by the Senate.
Instant polling devices help constituents make decisions to restore some programs, raise some taxes.
One government agency is calling for stricter limits on people who choose to consume alcohol before getting behind the wheel.
From hockey players and figure skaters, to parents and the SF Bulls mascot, dozens turned out on Saturday at the Ice Center of San Mateo with one clear message: "Save Our Rink."
Holober was born in Canada but spent most of her life on the Peninsula.
A California Supreme Court ruling means Millbrae's pot shop prohibition is upheld.
Now that we are two weeks past the federal tax deadline, it's time to sit back and await refund check. What should you do with yours? Attorney Leslie H. Tayne shares what's best to do with a lump sum.