California voters approve Prop 50, redrawing congressional map
California voters have passed Proposition 50, paving the way for a major redrawing of the state’s congressional districts. The change, championed by Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, could flip several Republican-held seats and strengthen Democrats’ chances of retaking the U.S. House in the 2026 midterms. The move comes as states across the country — including Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina — pursue mid-decade redistricting efforts aimed at reshaping political power ahead of next year’s elections.
California’s Prop 50 could shift power ahead of 2026 elections
California voters are deciding whether to give state lawmakers the power to redraw congressional maps — a move that could help Democrats pick up seats in the U.S. House. Governor Gavin Newsom and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi are rallying support for Proposition 50, while opponents warn it could silence rural voices.
Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands
Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.
Trump can keep control of National Guard in Los Angeles, appeals court rules
President Donald Trump will be able to keep control of the National Guard in Los Angeles, according to a ruling from an appeals court.
Appeals court lets Trump keep troops in LA, turning tables on ruling favoring Newsom
Hours after a federal judge sided with Gov. Gavin Newsom over Donald Trump's deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles, an appeals court has blocked the ruling.
Officials fight against misinformation about SoCal wildfires
In addition to battling the Palisades and Eaton blazes, the California government is facing another firefight: one on misinformation.
Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.
Earlington leads San Diego past Illinois-Chicago 64-52
Marcellus Earlington had 14 points as San Diego defeated Illinois-Chicago 64-52 in the Las Vegas Classic on Friday.
California to replace the word ‘alien’ from its laws
California will strike the word “alien” from its state laws, getting rid of what Gov. Gavin Newsom called “an offensive term for a human being” that has “fueled a divisive and hurtful narrative.”