Ben Terris

Here's a staggering statistic.   Over 90% of the seafood consumed in the U.S. is imported from other countries. Even along the Central Coast, it can be tough to find a local catch.

Governor Jerry Brown has championed California’s high-speed rail project. But as he passes the baton to Gavin Newsom, its future is in question.

Some people in Merced had high hopes for the bullet train, but now the Central Valley city will just be the terminus of a train line to nowhere.

Bernie Sanders and his 2016 campaign helped usher in a new generation of politicians and brought several progressive ideas to the Democratic Party platform.

If you’re looking for a New Year’s resolution that will really make a difference, consider swearing off the phrase “character of the community.”

It’s no surprise that many of us make little effort to engage with our public institutions.

In less than a week from now, Disney and 20th Century-Fox will be one.

Californians are either really bad at choosing county sheriffs, or the system isn’t working. Maybe it’s both.

LAUSD teachers were picket lines for a second day Tuesday.