For Me, BART’s Worst-Case Scenario Feels a Little Too Familiar
Saving and continuing to fund public transit isn’t just good policy; it’s a win for everyone, especially those of us who depend on it....
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Sep
25
Sep
From FEMA to Law Enforcement, Mass Deportations Erode Public Safety
Experts in disaster relief and law enforcement discussed the impacts to public safety from the White House's aggressive immigration enforcement policies....
24
Sep
Antioch Appoints New City Clerk
Antioch City Council on Tuesday appointed Michael J. Mandy on Tuesday to hold the position of city clerk until residents elect a new one in November 2026....
24
Sep
AIDS Funding at Risk: Bay Area Nonprofits Brace for Cuts, Warn HIV/AIDS Progress Could Unravel
Bay Area nonprofits that provide lifesaving services for people with HIV/AIDS are fighting to secure funding amid cuts to longstanding bipartisan programs....
23
Sep
Latino Voter Survey Reflects Impact of ‘Broken Promises’
A survey of Latino voters in California shows concern about the economy and widespread disapproval of President Donald Trump's handling of key issues....
23
Sep
Newsom Signs Laws to Shield Californians From Immigration Onslaught
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bills into law meant to protect Californians' privacy, civil rights and due process amid unprecedented federal law enforcement....
19
Sep
County to Require Healthy Foods at Store Checkouts in Unincorporated Areas
Food stores that are at least 2,000 square feet in unincorporated Contra Costa will be required to stock foods with limited salt and sugar near registers....
18
Sep
Richmond Delays Decision on Police Communication Policy
Richmond City Council is considering changes to the city’s communication policies in the event of an officer-involved shooting or other in-custody deaths....
16
Sep
Landmark AI Chatbot Bill, Addressing Youth Risks, Moves to Gov. Newsom’s Desk
SB 243 would prohibit AI LLMs from engaging in conversations around suicidal ideation, self-harm or sexually explicit content....
15
Sep
Legislature Approves Five Black Caucus Reparations Bills, Sending Them to Newsom
The bills, which next go to Gov. Newsom, are part of the California Legislative Black Caucus multi-year “Road to Repair” legislative package....
15
Sep
Tariffs Expected to Make Pittsburg School Upgrades More Expensive
Projects covered under voter-approved funding for Pittsburg Unified School District improvements could increase in cost because of pending Trump tariffs....
15
Sep
Concord Approves $1.6 Million Grant to Launch Mobile Dignity Center for Homeless Residents
The Mobile Dignity Center will provide housing navigation, case management, food and clothing, hygiene support, medical care and mental health services. ...
11
Sep
Antioch Reorganizes Housing Division in Effort to Better Serve Residents
Antioch approved funding to reorganize the city's housing and homelessness division, which it says could allow it to better deliver services. ...
11
Sep
Consultant Says Antioch Is Holding Up Its End of DOJ Agreement; One Council Member Isn’t Convinced
Antioch is meeting the requirements in its agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and a culture change to the city’s police department could be coming....
10
Sep
After Stalling, Governor Says $750M in Bay Area Public Transit Loans Will Be Made Available
Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday that $750 million in state loans to Bay Area transit agencies will be finalized by the end of the legislative session Friday....
