Kathleen Ronayne

Universal City, CA – June 15:
As part of Californias full reopening, marking the end of pandemic-era restrictions like masks, social distancing and most capacity restrictions, Gov. Gavin Newsom held a press conference at Universal Studios, in Universal City, CA, Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Governor Newsom drew 10 winners to receive $1.5 million each, for a total of $15 million, as part of the final cash prize drawing in the states $116.5 million Vax for the Win program the largest vaccine incentive program in the nation. (Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

California Aug 16, 2021

GOP Cries Foul as California OKs New Governor Recall Rules

California Republicans say Democrats are acting unfairly by passing a bill aimed at moving up Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recall date.

California Jun 24, 2021

Calif. Oil Regulators Delay Health, Safety Rules Again

California oil regulators missed another deadline for releasing health and safety rules to protect people living near oil and gas drilling sites.

FILE – In this June 3, 2021 file photo, California Gov. Gavin Newsom listens to questions during a news conference outside a restaurant in San Francisco. Six weeks after California officials announced that Newsom would face an almost certain recall election, the contest remains framed by uncertainty even the date when it might take place is unclear. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg,File)

California Aug 16, 2021

New Faces Enter Fray as California Recall Slowly Takes Shape

California’s Governor Gavin Newsom’s recall continues to be roiled by uncertainty and questions.

Gov. Gavin Newsom at a "Vax for the Win" drawing.

coronavirus Jun 5, 2021

Vaccine Lottery: Millions in Cash Prizes for Vaccinated Californians

California Gov. Gavin Newsom played game show host Friday in a drawing for 15 winners of $50,000 prizes for getting vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Gov. Gavin Newsom, at Tommy’s Mexican Restaurant in San Francisco, announces an extension for restaurant parklets. (June 3, 2021)

coronavirus Jun 3, 2021

California to Allow Sale of To-Go Cocktails Through 2021

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that the state will continue allowing restaurants to sell takeout alcohol and keep expanded outdoor dining through the end of the year.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a news conference.

Gavin Newsom May 2, 2021

California Democrats sharpen messaging against Newsom recall

Gov. Gavin Newsom is addressing the Democratic Party Saturday as he faces a preliminary count that shows the recall effort against him has enough signatures to make the ballot.

ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 16: California Gov. Gavin Newsom looks on during a news conference after he toured the newly reopened Ruby Bridges Elementary School on March 16, 2021 in Alameda, California. Gov. Newsom is traveling throughout California to highlight the state’s efforts to reopen schools and businesses as he faces the threat of recall. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Gavin Newsom Apr 26, 2021

Newsom Recall Has Enough Signatures to Make Ballot

California Secretary of State’s office announced more than 1.6 million signatures to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom have been collected and verified to qualify for the ballot.

A YMCA youth ambassador conducts a Census 2020 interview during a community food distribution at a YMCA location in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020. The YMCA-LA is sending “youth ambassadors” to 10 Grab & Go locations in diverse communities this week to encourage participation in this year’s U.S. Census, NBC reports. Photographer: Patrick T. Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty Images

California Apr 24, 2021

Awaiting Census Count, California Ponders Slow Growth Future

California’s population growth has slipped over the past decade at the lowest rate since at least 1900. Therefore, the state is facing the prospect of losing a U.S. House seat for the first time in history.

coronavirus Apr 14, 2021

Newsom: J&J Vaccine Pause Won't Affect California Reopening

California state officials directed counties and other providers on Tuesday to pause use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as recommended by the federal government as agencies examine a possible and rare side effect that can cause blood clots.

Senator Dianne Feinstein, a Democrat from California, wears a protective mask as she departs following a vote at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. President-elect Biden yesterday threw his weight behind House Democrats' proposals for a coronavirus relief bill, calling for aid to state and local governments, among other measures.

California Mar 17, 2021

Newsom Will Appoint Black Woman If Feinstein Retires Early

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday he’d appoint a Black woman to replace U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein if she retires before her term is up in 2024.