Technology California admits using high-risk AI — including systems it failed to report last year By Khari Johnson, CalMatters | June 15, 2026 State officials have found they are using six high-risk AI-like systems. One year ago, they reported using zero.
Bay Area Packed meetings, strong opinions on lifting the I-580 truck ban By Wendy Silvani | Splashpad News | June 12, 2026 Splashpad News correspondent Wendy Silvani reports on the reaction to a Caltrans plan to study the effects of lifting the ban.
featured Oakland council members propose one-time amendments to fund failed Measure E goals By Eric Urbach, Bay City News | June 12, 2026 Funding will come from drawdowns of multiple funds, including the city’s general fund, transit fund, its state gas tax allocation, and other voter-approved tax measures.
Technology California Legislature in standoff with DMV over sharing driver license data with other states By Khari Johnson and Wendy Fry | CalMatters | June 12, 2026 Opponents of the plan warned it could easily flag drivers who lack a Social Security number.
Bay Area Special update: Rising odds of a strong-to-historic El Niño event in 2026 By Daniel Swain | Weather West | June 12, 2026 Exedra's favorite weather wonk Daniel Swain gives a quick refresher on what this means for California.
Bay Area Microsoft breaks ground on San Jose data center campus to support AI demand By Joshua Olawuyi | Bay City News | June 12, 2026 The project will use 100% recycled water for cooling and renewable energy.
Environment San Francisco water report: No PFAS detected; all state, federal standards met By Kelcie Lee | Bay City News | June 10, 2026 According to the report, the results reflect the long-term investment into the Hetch Hetchy Regional Water System.
featured Moving crowds is the goal: Bay Area transit agencies add late-night World Cup service By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | June 10, 2026 Levi's Stadium will host six World Cup matches, starting Saturday with Qatar vs. Switzerland.
Around Town Piedmonter Adam Ray brings endurance racing to the East Bay By Damin Esper | June 9, 2026 The inaugural Bay Area 100 takes place this Saturday, starting at Memorial Stadium and finishing at Skyline High School.
Bay Area Fire weather: Hot, windy conditions bring elevated risk across the Bay Area this week By Valerie Conklin | Bay City News | June 8, 2026 Alameda County issues Red Flag Warning for parts of the region Wednesday through Thursday.