Health Care Costs at the Core of Government Shutdown Standoff
Health insurance premiums for millions will double as ACA premium tax credits expire. Republicans blame Democrats for causing a shutdown over the issue....
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Oct
01
Oct
Richmond Council Votes to Shorten Meetings, Require Increased Transparency From Police
Richmond City Council voted to have regular meetings run from 6-10 p.m. and to change how RPD communicates with the public after officer-involved shootings....
01
Oct
State and Local Lawmakers Weigh in on Government Shutdown
Democrats and Republicans blocked each other's spending proposals, causing a shutdown that will hinder federal services and furlough some federal employees....
30
Sep
EdSource: After Federal Cuts, California Schools Could Lose Hundreds of Mental Health Clinicians
As the Trump administration doubles down on a storm of “anti-DEI” cuts to education, mental health services for students could be terminated next....
29
Sep
Housing Developer Says Antioch Can’t Deny Projects. Officials Want to Try Anyway
Antioch City Council was on the verge of rejecting two DeNova Homes developments but delayed the decisions after warnings they might violate state law....
26
Sep
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....
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....
