Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal means the board that he appoints would control the California Department of Education.

Housing and homelessness has been a driving force of debate in North County. Politics, funding and new programming will contribute to how those play out in 2026. Expect California’s clashes over ...

An earlier ban on Styrofoam containers in Del Mar exempted coolers. Polystyrene bans can significantly reduce the harm that the Styrofoam can cause to the environment and wildlife when it ends up on ...