Steyer joins a crowded field seeking to succeed Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is barred from running again in 2026 due to term limits.

FEELING THE HEAT — House lawmakers are punting a vote on their closely watched energy bill until after the final formal legislative session this year as plans to temper the state’s 2030 climate goals face serious pushback from climate groups.

Billionaire and climate change activist Tom Steyer is throwing his hat in the ring to become the next California governor, further crowding the pool of candidates seeking to lead the world's fourth-largest economy.

The state will exit the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative after years of legal battles. Gov. Josh Shapiro called for support of his 'Lightning Plan' instead.

President says Tina Peters, 70, is ‘dying & old’ – but he currently lacks the authority to free her from prison