Northern California

The state insurance chief allowed companies to impose surcharges totalling $500 million.

The closure would leave the state’s gas-guzzling motorists with seven refineries, which could lead to higher gasoline prices, an industry expert says.

Gov. Newsom says an extension proposal will be out in coming weeks to ensure the emissions reduction program can continue beyond 2030.

Voters are choosing a new mayor after the recall of Sheng Thao. They will also decide on a sales tax increase and fill a City Council seat.

Salmon populations in Northern California continue to struggle after a drought, the Klamath River dam removal, and other factors.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta said the lawsuit challenges Trump’s authority to impose tariffs without congressional approval.

The matter is now postponed until at least late September.

The San Jose metro’s median listing price of $1.39 million is the highest in the nation.

Rep. Ro Khanna, whose district includes Silicon Valley, is calling for higher taxes to train workers for tech jobs.

While blaming President Trump’s economic policies, Gov. Newsom said in a video that his state has ‘a whole lot of love for our neighbors up north.’

Voters will pick the successor to Sheng Thao, who was recalled in November amid a corruption investigation.

Gov. Newsom announces plans to reopen historic highway before summer tourist season.

The bill authorizes emergency funds to keep California’s Medicaid program afloat as costs surge and criticism mounts over illegal immigrant coverage.

For businesses such as Gingko Furniture in downtown Mountain View, the effects of the tariffs have been immediate.

Large 5.2-magnitude quake strikes near small artsy mountain town.

State Assemblyman Chris Rogers introduced AB 928 in February, aiming to prevent roosters from being raised for cockfighting and to help control the avian flu.

This includes sleeping in public, setting up a tent, or using blankets or pillows, according to the bill.