Families Step into Caregiving Long Before They Realize It
Half of all adults in the United States help a loved one with everyday tasks, yet many do not identify as caregivers and therefore do not seek support....
30
Nov
21
Nov
County Urges Undocumented Immigrants to Enroll in Medi-Cal by End of 2025
Adults who do not have so-called satisfactory immigration status will not be able to apply for Medi-Cal starting Jan. 1, but those with coverage may keep it....
12
Nov
For Many in the Bay Area, Affordable Housing Is Not Affordable
American Community Media hosted a forum in Hayward to examine the Bay Area's housing crisis, which makes affordable housing unaffordable and unattainable....
11
Nov
SNAP Delays Sign of Greater Threat to Social Safety Net, Advocates Say
Advocates say the delay to SNAP, or CalFresh, benefits this month is only one part of the plan to dismantle safety net programs....
10
Nov
Attorneys General Fight Federal Attempts to Claw Back Food Benefits
A battle over whether the government is required to fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in November has escalated to the Supreme Court....
03
Nov
Contra Costa Residents Optimistic Prop 50 Would Bring Positive Changes to Congress
Prop 50 would authorize a temporary redrawing of the state's congressional district map, a move Gov. Gavin Newsom says is necessary to restore balance....
03
Nov
Covered California Enrollment Opens Amid Uncertainty Over Federal Tax Credits
Covered California officials said monthly premiums could rise by an average of 97% for more than 1.7 million residents if the tax credits are not extended....
31
Oct
Where to Find Free Food in Contra Costa County Amid Looming SNAP Delays
To supplement any potential replacement benefits, we’re providing a list of free food distribution sites and discounts for those in East and West Contra Costa....
31
Oct
Proposition 50 Voting Guide: What to Do If You Need a New Ballot or Made a Mistake
If voters made a mistake on their ballot, it got damaged, or they never received one, they can contact the county or go to a polling place for a replacement....
29
Oct
California Sues Federal Government for Halting SNAP Benefits
Amid the federal government shutdown, the USDA under President Donald Trump announced that it would not roll out food stamps for the month of November....
20
Oct
Richmond to Again Consider Supporting Controversial Tribe’s Bid for Recognition
Richmond City Council will consider a resolution urging Congress, the DOI and the BIA to federally recognize the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe....
20
Oct
How to Make Sure Your Ballot is Secure and Counted in California’s 2025 Special Election
"California ballots are designed with multiple layers of security," writes Secretary of State Shirley Weber for the Prop 50 special election....
20
Oct
Monday Is Last Day to Register to Vote in Nov. 4 Special Election
Monday, Oct. 20, is the last day to register to vote in the special election on Prop 50, which would temporarily alter California's congressional maps....
14
Oct
Struggling Agencies Rejoice as Newsom Signs Legislation to Put Transit Sales Tax on Ballot
The Connect Bay Area Act puts a small sales tax of a half cent to one cent on the 2026 ballot in five counties that would go directly to transit...
12
Oct
Prop. 50 Is ‘Fighting Fire With Fire,’ California Officials Say
California Black leaders and Gov. Gavin Newsom spoke to Black media Tuesday to get their message out about Prop 50, aka "The Election Rigging Response Act."...
