116th Congress Makes History With Record-Setting Number Of Women
The 116th class of Congress broke barriers before its members even set foot in Washington.
The 116th class of Congress broke barriers before its members even set foot in Washington.
It's a pivotal moment for Nancy Pelosi.
Catholic nuns have joined forces with leading figures of the Democratic Party to call out what they see as the GOP's abdication of their duty to the American people.
Senior aides doubt the plan would work — but it shows Democrats remain concerned about Pelosi's potential drag on candidates in competitive races.
Democratic leaders know -- and worry about -- the power of Trump's politics of fear.
Collins' decision not to actively campaign could give his opponent, Democrat Nate McMurray, an opportunity to pick up the heavily Republican western New York district, which stretches between the suburbs of Buffalo and Rochester.
Max Rose is running in New York's 11th Congressional District.
The call to cancel the summit came after a week in which Democrats have expressed widespread concerns about Trump's ability to sit down and challenge Putin in a one-on-one meeting, which is scheduled for Monday.
House Minority Leader and California Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi is calling for the removal of Confederate statues from the U.S. Capitol.
While Congress debates extension of unemployment benefits to more than 1 million Americans, here in California, it's estimated that 200,000 people are on hold.
She will remain the one woman in a leadership position in the room when important issues effecting women are negotiated over the next year and a strong reminder that Democrats stand with women and promote them to positions of power.
For all the billions spent by the Obama and Romney campaigns, Republican and Democratic parties, and countless outside groups, we may wake up November 7th to a Washington that is virtually unchanged.
What a difference four horrendous years makes. Thinking back to the Democratic National Convention of 2008 and now seeing what's going on in Charlotte, North Carolina this week at the Democratic National Convention of 2012 shows stark differences. The Democrats have no star power and pale in comparison to the Republicans' star-packed convention in Tampa.
Being president does not give a person license to disrespect opponents, and the disrespect and intolerance from Obama when a different opinion is expressed has been atrocious.
Forget Romney's taxes that will simply confirm his wealthy. Let's see Obama's college transcripts and find out what is necessary for him to hide.
From the Oval Office and performance stages to the big screen, these ladies have left major impacts in our society.
House Speaker John Boehner said Friday the House may go to court to defend the federal law against gay marriage, which President Barack Obama's administration has concluded is unconstitutional.
House Democrats have re-elected Nancy Pelosi as their leader in the next Congress.
Nancy Pelosi, the nation's first female House speaker, said Friday she will try to keep her spot as leader of the House Democrats despite huge election losses that cost her party the majority.
The Japanese shiba inu dog that became an internet sensation and inspired a $23 billion cryptocurrency has died, her owner says.
Los Angeles firefighters and police rushed to a Van Nuys parking lot on Thursday night and found a man lit up a cigarette with propane canisters inside the vehicle.
Some parents in Ontario are outraged at a potential plea deal offered by the San Bernardino County District Attorney to a teenager accused of plotting to shoot up a school.
The Los Angeles Police Department needs help finding a hit-and-run driver who severely injured an 84-year-old woman in Hollywood.
The San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office charged an 18-year-old man for a violent crime spree that killed a United States Marine.
Los Angeles firefighters and police rushed to a Van Nuys parking lot on Thursday night and found a man lit up a cigarette with propane canisters inside the vehicle.
UCLA Chancellor Gene Block told Congress Thursday the university should have been prepared to shut down a pro-Palestinian encampment at the campus sooner — before violent clashes broke out.
School administrators said demonstrators have been informed that if they do not disperse, they will face arrest and possible disciplinary action.
Some parents in Ontario are outraged at a potential plea deal offered by the San Bernardino County District Attorney to a teenager accused of plotting to shoot up a school.
The Los Angeles Police Department needs help finding a hit-and-run driver who severely injured an 84-year-old woman in Hollywood.
Los Angeles firefighters and police rushed to a Van Nuys parking lot on Thursday night and found a man lit up a cigarette with propane canisters inside the vehicle.
Some parents in Ontario are outraged at a potential plea deal offered by the San Bernardino County District Attorney to a teenager accused of plotting to shoot up a school.
The Los Angeles Police Department needs help finding a hit-and-run driver who severely injured an 84-year-old woman in Hollywood.
The Department of Justice said the suspect also allegedly robbed a smoke shop and doughnut store.
The multiday event takes place at the Port of Los Angeles, and this year the featured vessels include a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier and a Coast Guard response cutter.
The suspect thought he was chatting with a 13-year-old girl on Reddit, but it was an undercover cop.
An Orange County couple held a heartfelt wedding ceremony inside a hospital chapel so the bride's father, who's battling cancer, could accompany his daughter down the aisle.
A federal grand jury indicted an Orange County man for allegedly submitting fraudulent COVID-19 relief claims for his medical transportation company.
Eighth-grade students from Nicholas Junior High School in Fullerton have spent several months designing and constructing a 192-square-foot tiny home, a project set to change the life of a family in need.
An Orange County city is the fourth best place in the United States to take a stroll in the park, according to a recent survey.
The San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office charged an 18-year-old man for a violent crime spree that killed a United States Marine.
A man in rural San Bernardino County found an unpleasant surprise in his mail last week.
The New Mexico man allegedly sparked the fire while 48 kids were inside.
Alin Party Supply, the beloved one stop shop to get ready for a party of any occasion, will officially shut its doors in Riverside at the end of June.
The Jurupa Unified School District has reached a $360,000 settlement with the teacher who says she was wrongfully terminated because she refused to settle a set of specific directives that violated her religious beliefs.
Thousands of guns once owned by law enforcement have been found at crime scenes, including at incidents in Southern California, an in-depth investigation has revealed.
"No teacher should have to lie as part of their job". Ross Palombo talks to a teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School who says he was told to lie about class attendance, which is how the state calculates funding from your tax dollars.
The CDC recommends that at least 95% of students have the MMR vaccine in order to lower the risk of measles outbreaks at their school, but a recent KCAL News investigation shows that hundreds of SoCal schools are well below that number.
For months, migrants have arrived in Los Angeles on controversial buses chartered from Texas. With a lack of coordination from the Lone Star state, community groups stepped in to help bring things under control and helped hundreds across Southern California.
KCAL senior reporter Ross Palombo gets an unprecedented look into the tactics the LAPD uses to stop retail theft.
The judge in the former president's "hush money" trial rejected Trump's request that prosecutors be sanctioned for a submitting a deluge of evidence just weeks before the trial's scheduled start.
Cassie Ventura has asked people to open their hearts and believe victims. "It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth about a situation that you were powerless in," she said.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
Hunter Biden's California tax fraud trial was originally scheduled to take place in June.
Vince Fong, a California State Assembly member, had the endorsement of both former President Donald Trump and Kevin McCarthy.
The judge in the former president's "hush money" trial rejected Trump's request that prosecutors be sanctioned for a submitting a deluge of evidence just weeks before the trial's scheduled start.
A strong wind gust toppled the stage at a campaign rally for a longshot Mexican presidential candidate, killing at least nine and injuring dozens, officials said.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
Hunter Biden's California tax fraud trial was originally scheduled to take place in June.
A bill before California lawmakers would require new cars sold in the state in coming years to beep a warning whenever drivers exceed the speed limit by at least 10 mph.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
Because of their jobs, firefighters have a much higher risk of developing skin cancer, according to Dr. Steven Wang. That's why he's offering free screenings to current and retired firefighters.
Health authorities are watching for signs the virus might be starting to accelerate again after a springtime lull in COVID rates.
Public Health officials are offering free hepatitis A vaccines to people experiencing homelessness.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A bill before California lawmakers would require new cars sold in the state in coming years to beep a warning whenever drivers exceed the speed limit by at least 10 mph.
Robotaxis are hitting the streets of Los Angeles.
Disney is seeking approval from local officials to expand its California theme park offerings over the next four decades.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
Southern California Edison will pay $80 million to settle claims on behalf of the U.S. Forest Service connected to a massive wildfire that destroyed more than a thousand homes and other structures in 2017.
Joc Pederson slugged a three-run homer, Christian Walker went deep and the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3.
Kyle Tucker homered twice to give him an MLB-leading 17 and Jeremy Peña's RBI single with one out in the 10th inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
Freddie Freeman's grand slam keyed a six-run third inning, Yoshinobu Yamamoto had a strong start and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to four with a 6-4 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks Monday night.
Nolan Schanuel and Logan O'Hoppe both hit three-run homers and Jo Adell added a solo shot as the Los Angeles Angels jumped on Framber Valdez for seven runs in the fifth inning to power them to a 9-7 win over the Houston Astros Monday night.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired pitcher Yohan Ramírez from the New York Mets for cash.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
Most of the more than 35,000 workers at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, home of the company's first theme park, already have unions.
A six-footer with an ample black mustache, Dabney Coleman made his mark in numerous popular films.
The 2016 footage, which was obtained and published by CNN, appears to show the rap mogul hitting, dragging and kicking the singer known as Cassie.
Investigators arrested a Palmdale father on suspicion of child endangerment after his 1-year-old son was found dead at a park in Palmdale, authorities said.
Memorial Day traffic will not be an easy breeze this summer holiday with roads and highways expected to have some delays across the Southland and other parts of the country.
UCLA Chancellor Gene Block testified before Congress in a House hearing during which lawmakers slammed his leadership over allegations of discrimination at the university and a poor response to campus protests they say failed to protect students.
An SUV in a parking lot in Van Nuys suddenly exploded and flew into pieces after a man inside lit up a cigarette while there were propane canisters in the vehicle Thursday night.
A huge fire overtook a church in South Los Angeles that's more than 130 years old, burning the historic structure until just a skeleton of its former self was left.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The Academy Awards will hand out filmmaking's top honor in 23 categories during the 2024 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern, 4 p.m. PDT.
Shots from the PGA's Genesis Invitational golf tournament held at the Riviera Golf Club in the Pacific Palisades.