California Massive Kaiser Permanente strike looms as talks head to the wire By Bernard J. Wolfson | KFF Health News | September 25, 2023 If no deal is reached, a walkout by about 75,000 KP workers in five states could disrupt care.
Around Town More smoke — and then showers? By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | September 22, 2023 Signs of AQI improvement after a hazy week.
Arts & Entertainment Pass the Remote: Inspiring ‘26.2 to Life’ charts San Quentin running team, plus Pacino, Streep, Scorsese By Randy Myers | Bay City News Foundation | September 22, 2023 Award-winning documentary follows men training for an annual marathon inside the prison that requires a brutal 105 laps around the yard.
Bay Area Alameda County declares state of emergency over homelessness By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | September 22, 2023 The resolution unlocks additional resources and funding opportunities.
Bay Area 2024 state ballot will determine if school parcel taxes can pass by majority vote By John Fensterwald | EdSource | September 22, 2023 A recent court decision that permits some parcel taxes by majority vote is in jeopardy.
climate change Legal fights over California’s homeless camps expand By Sameea Kamal | CalMatters | September 22, 2023 Municipal leaders are contesting a string of federal court rulings that restrict encampment sweeps.
crime After Oakland PD-US Marshals collab, council wants more help from FBI amid crime surge By Katy St. Clair and Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News Foundation | September 22, 2023 According to Oakland police’s latest report, the city’s total crimes have risen approximately 28 percent from last year.
wildfires Can this plan fix California’s insurance crisis? What you need to know By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | September 21, 2023 Insurers would return to wildfire zones, but would have an easier path to rate increases.
#around town Wildfire smoke, poor air quality to linger through Friday By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | September 21, 2023 Air quality remains in the orange band, "unhealthy for sensitive groups."
Bay Area Wildfire smoke sparks air quality advisory, PUSD sports cancelled By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | September 19, 2023 Hazy skies forecast to continue through Wednesday.