Bay Area Money is tight and campus fees are rising at Cal State By Amy DiPierro | EdSource | February 17, 2026 Cal State says campuses collected $918 million from mandatory fees last year.
California ‘Valleycrat’ or Mamdani wannabe?: California Democrats are split on how to win swing votes By Maya C. Miller | CalMatters | February 13, 2026 After 2024 losses, Democrats are split on whether to move to the middle or embrace economic populism.
California California challenges Trump administration’s threat to withhold $5 billion over gender identity disclosure By Emma Gallegos | EdSource | February 13, 2026 At issue is whether school staff should notify parents if they believe their child may be transgender or gender-nonconforming.
Bay Area Rain and snow in the forecast for the week ahead By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | February 13, 2026 Saturday is the last dry day for awhile as a new system is expected to linger at least through Thursday.
Around Town Winners of all ages in Girl Scouts’ Pinewood Derby By Girl Scout Troop 33587 | February 10, 2026 Results are in from the 21st annual Girl Scout Pinewood Derby.
California State Sen. Wiener proposes bill to address law enforcement wearing face masks By Joe Dworetzky | Bay City News | February 10, 2026 California's "No Secret Police Act" would have come into effect last month but was challenged by the federal government.
California Overtime pay and night vision binoculars: UC San Diego is among agencies helping patrol border By Phoebe Huss | CalMatters | February 10, 2026 Local police forces get money every year from the Department of Homeland Security to assist with border patrol operations.
Bay Area California teachers navigate difficult discussions about current events after ICE shootings By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | February 10, 2026 Students and teachers examine current events in the context of their classroom studies.
Bay Area Cal State to back three proposals on nursing education, campus safety and more By Amy DiPierro | EdSource | February 9, 2026 Legislative agenda also includes pilot to help former CSU students receive associate degrees.
Around Town Who’s that Good Dog? By Olivia Stevens | February 9, 2026 Sociable Franki loves to be out and about with her human and canine pals.