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The Mercury News - Politics

Gov. Newsom pitches tax on cloud-based software sales to raise billions in new revenue

1 day ago

The billionaires telling other billionaires to shut up and pay their taxes

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As Trump looks to punish foes, Democratic states find ways to push back

1 day ago

Santana Row assault defendants arraigned, will not face hate crime charges

2 days ago

Alameda County settles wrongful termination lawsuit against DA's office

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Sheriff reports double number of ICE arrests at Sonoma County jail as tensions flare with activists

2 days ago

Bay Area air regulators split on whether to move forward with ban on gas water heaters that will cost homeowners $3,500

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Trump calls Xi a 'friend.' But he left China without any breakthroughs.

2 hours ago

Russia eases citizenship rules for residents of Moldova's breakaway Transnistria

3 hours ago

As global crises multiply, scores of US diplomats say they have been forced out

6 hours ago

Two Contra Costa supervisors have no challengers. Their next term may be anything but easy

1 day ago

Bay Area USDA workers sue over ag secretary's 'Christ is Risen' email

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No San Jose District 7 incumbent has won reelection in 16 years. Can Bien Doan break the streak?

1 day ago

2026 California controller candidates weigh in on government audits, divestments and property taxes

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Oakland tax measure tests voter trust as Barbara Lee promises service boost

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In heart of East Side, Ortiz defends San Jose council seat against comeback contender Campos

2 days ago

Work begins on planned ICE detention facility near Gilroy as Santa Clara County threatens lawsuit

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Wicks faces two challengers in District 14 reelection bid

2 days ago

Money starts to shape race for Aisha Wahab's East Bay state Senate seat

8 days ago

Opinion: Investing in child care unlocks California's potential

16 days ago

Apple, Google crushed California bill that helped smaller rivals

19 days ago

Endorsement: Elect Ben Allen California's next insurance commissioner

1 day ago

In their words: These candidates want to control your home insurance. Here's why and what they'll do.

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Bay Area News Group's endorsement guide to California's June 2 Primary

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Endorsement: Elect Fiona Ma California's next lieutenant governor

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