Laura Richardson wins Senate District 35, defeating Michelle Chambers
Laura Richardson emerged the victor of the competitive, costly and feisty election to win a South Los Angeles seat in the state Senate — completing…
Trump picks Bessent as Treasury secretary, Vought top budget official
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump announced Friday that he’ll nominate billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent, an advocate for deficit reduction, to serve as his next…
Dustin May avoids arbitration, agrees to one-year deal with Dodgers
The Dodgers and pitcher Dustin May avoided arbitration Friday by agreeing to a one-year, $2.135-million contract for next season, according to a person with knowledge…
Daniel Lurie was raised in old money San Francisco. Can he be its change agent?
SAN FRANCISCO — In his victory speech three days after winning election, surrounded by hundreds of supporters in Chinatown, mayor-elect Daniel Lurie declared a new day…
L.A. politician Ridley-Thomas’ final campaign: to clear his name
For more than three decades, Mark Ridley-Thomas never lost an election, tapping a well-organized network of supporters to secure victory after victory.Now, the former Los…
Opinion: Harris’ real error — not bros, not Biden, not the border
Democrats are blaming Donald Trump’s defeat of Kamala Harris on everything from fake news that immigrants were eating American house pets to Elon Musk’s alleged…
Opinion: Trump’s border czar and a history we should not forget
Donald Trump promised that, once reelected, he would conduct the largest deportation campaign in United States history. That pledge is already taking shape with his…
US says China-linked hackers behind ‘significant’ cyberespionage campaign | News
FBI announcement follows alleged targeting of mobile phones used by Donald Trump and JD Vance.US authorities say they have uncovered “a broad and significant” cyberespionage…
In California’s close House races, campaigns work to ensure every ballot counts
The election is over, and no more ballots can be cast. But campaigns in tight congressional races across California are scrambling to make sure their…
England: Lionesses start Uefa Nations League campaign against Portugal
England will head to Portugal in their opening game of the 2025 Women's Nations League after Uefa announced the match schedule for the competition.The Lionesses…
How texts from political candidates prompted these donors to give over and over
Sandra has always been active in elections.When she lived in Texas, she served as a poll worker and she continued volunteering when she moved to…
NYC Mayor Eric Adams requests earlier trial to focus on campaign
NEW YORK — New York Mayor Eric Adams is seeking to move up the start of his trial on corruption and bribery charges so he can…
Kremlin rejects reports of conversation last week between Putin, Trump
The Kremlin on Monday rejected reports that President Vladimir Putin spoke last week with President-elect Donald Trump about the war in Ukraine, and a spokesman…
What can Trump really do on Day One? A guide for the worried
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump made hundreds of promises during his campaign, including dozens he vowed to implement on “Day One” of his administration. At…
A record 13 women will serve as states’ governors next year
The election of Republican Kelly Ayotte as New Hampshire’s governor means 13 women will serve as a state’s chief executive next year, breaking the record…
Israel’s new tactics in north Gaza stoke fears of ethnic cleansing campaign | Gaza News
Palestinian officials, witnesses and journalists are accusing Israel of stepping up a campaign of ethnic cleansing in northern Gaza, where civilians under constant bombardment are…
Can Susie Wiles temper Trump as her dad, Pat Summerall, did with John Madden?
Can Susie Wiles be to Donald Trump what her father, Pat Summerall, was to John Madden? Summerall followed a distinguished NFL playing career with an…
Crypto’s $135 Million Campaign Is Undefeated in 48 Races So Far
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessThe industry is taking a victory lap — and betting its lavish and bipartisan spending translates to influence in Washington.Author of the article:Bloomberg NewsFola Akinnibi…
For transgender Americans, Trump’s win is terrifying
Avery Poznanski was excited for a new chapter.The nonbinary transgender senior at UCLA had decided last month, after years of personal discovery and long discussions…
Levi’s heir Daniel Lurie wins San Francisco mayor’s race
SAN FRANCISCO — Philanthropist and Levi’s heir Daniel Lurie has won the hard-fought race for San Francisco mayor, ushering in a new era of leadership for…