Exclusive: California’s homeless population grew again this year, especially in these counties By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | September 10, 2024 But experts are raising questions about the data.
Bay Area Aggressive yellow fever mosquito moves up to Contra Costa County from Southern California By Pete Young | Bay City News | September 2, 2024 The district is asking for reports of encounters with the mosquito -- it has white stripes on its back and legs and typically bites around the legs and ankles.
Bay Area Alameda County jurors begin receiving $100 more daily, higher mileage reimbursements By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | September 2, 2024 The 2022 Jury Pilot Program was created to find out if increased financial benefits lead to more participation and diversity of juries.
opioids Marin County adds Narcan vending machines for International Overdose Awareness Day By Katy St. Clair | Bay City News | August 31, 2024 The vending machines are available in at least seven locations countywide in places like fire stations, county buildings and community centers.
Technology California emergency alerts warn you about fires and extreme weather. How to sign up in your county By Natasha Uzcátegui-Liggett | CalMatters | August 30, 2024 A recent FEMA survey found that only a third of people are signed up -- use this resource to find your county’s emergency alert sign-up page.
business Shop ’til you’re dropped: Hapless shoplifter picks wrong place and time for foiled caper By Pete Young | Bay City News | August 30, 2024 “Shop With a Cop” day yields big returns.
California ‘Liberated’ ethnic studies courses challenged amid allegations of antisemitism By John Fensterwald | EdSource | August 30, 2024 At issue is whether or not the Brown Act was violated in creating the curriculum for this SoCal district.
Bay Area Oakland Ballers ‘truly overwhelmed’ as fan ownership surpasses $1M in investments By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | August 29, 2024 The round will close when the team hits the $1.235 million limit and investments are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bay Area 1 in 6 CHP jobs are vacant — despite historic raises and Newsom’s hiring campaign By Nigel Duara | CalMatters | August 29, 2024 In 2019, just 5% of CHP positions were unfilled.
public safety ‘Disturbing and painful’: Antisemitic flyers, signs turn up in four East Bay communities By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | August 28, 2024 Lafayette was one of at least four cities in which residents reported antisemitic flyers being left on driveways the past week.
settlement Settlement from 2010 pipeline blast finances Recreation and Aquatic Center in San Bruno By Pete Young | Bay City News | August 27, 2024 PG&E paid $70 million to the city of San Bruno after the explosion.