Bay Area Trio arrested in fatal Oakland TV crew shooting plead guilty to various charges By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | February 6, 2026 Security guard Kevin Nishita was killed while protecting a KRON-TV news crew on assignment in November, 2021.
California Parents of trans kids ask: Does California really protect our rights? By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | February 6, 2026 The state has not acted to uphold Unruh Act protection for equal access to health care, transgender rights groups say.
Around Town Who’s that Good Dog? By Olivia Stevens | February 3, 2026 Felix likes to fall asleep to music in his favorite PJs.
Arts & Entertainment Amid a shortage of arts educators, a new fund launches to train teachers By Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | February 3, 2026 More than 5,500 arts teachers are currently needed statewide, according to a 2025 study by the nonprofit research institute SRI.
California What does the state superintendent actually do and how might that drastically change? By John Fensterwald | EdSource | February 3, 2026 The changes would take effect under the next governor and state superintendent elected in November.
Bay Area Fatal collision closes West Oakland BART By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | January 30, 2026 Delays on Red Line and Green Line continued into the commute hour.
Arts & Entertainment SF street artist details the origin of Ongo By JL Odom | Bay City News and Exedra Staff | January 30, 2026 The Mission-based artist behind Ongo, who prefers to remain anonymous, is having fun with the project.
California Cal State unveils plan for ‘long overdue’ review of campus finances By Amy DiPierro | EdSource | January 30, 2026 University system warns of financial risks in student housing and athletics.
Bay Area The Blotter | Resident accuses housecleaner of theft By Damin Esper | January 27, 2026 No evidence found to back up accusation.
Around Town Who’s that Good Dog? By Olivia Stevens | January 27, 2026 Paco was a surprise love match for the Hopper family.