Barack Obama has re-entered the political scene, but not in the way you might think. A namesake of the former US president, ...

The Obama last name is set to make a political return in California this week. Well, kind of.

A California gubernatorial candidate is drawing attention for sharing a name with the nation’s first Black president.

“Obama brought a hope into the world that I had never seen or experienced before,” the candidate said of changing his name to ...

Barack D. Obama Shaw said he legally changed his name from Cecil Shaw III while serving in the U.S. Army Reserve and was ...

Alameda resident Barack Denzel Obama Shaw represents one of the most unique names on Californian’s primary ballot in 2026 ...

Still not sure who you’re voting for in the California governor’s race? Prepare to be overwhelmed. Voters opening up their ballots will find 61 candidates to choose from for the state’s highest office ...

California’s gubernatorial race is packed with seasoned officeholders, deep-pocketed candidates, and high-profile politicians who want the chance to lead the state. It is also home to what may be the ...

Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates vying to represent you.

Writer Steve Phillips has spent more than $5.7 million boosting Michael Tubbs and attacking Fiona Ma over sexual harassment allegations.

In the California governor’s race, some voters are seeing ballots packed with dozens of names, including a few that are raising eyebrows. There are 61 names on the ballot for governor, including the ...

Former President Barack Obama is urging voters to support Gov. Gavin Newsom’s redistricting campaign in California, warning that next month’s special election could determine the fate of the country. ...