Bay Area More kids skipping kindergarten post-pandemic By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | December 18, 2023 Many parents feel their children aren’t ready for kindergarten, after the pandemic disrupted their ability to socialize and learn skills.
Bay Area Health care patients punished by paperwork By Lynn La | CalMatters | December 18, 2023 From CalMatters' regional reporters: Paperwork snares low-income health coverage, a recall attempt in the East Bay, and rural water access woes
gavin newsom California looks to the health system to sustain mental health funds in schools By Monica Velez | EdSource | December 18, 2023 As the need for more mental health services climbs, administrators and experts are turning to the health system to meet budget gaps.
around town Shop Local | The Exedra’s holiday shopping guide, Grand/Lake edition By Exedra Staff | December 15, 2023 Unique clothing, handmade art, and some of the Bay's tastiest food and drink gift ideas.
California California School Dashboard released for the first time since 2019 By Emma Gallegos, Zaidee Stavely, and Daniel J. Willis | EdSource | December 15, 2023 New state dashboard shows PUSD has a problem with chronic absenteeism.
Bay Area The first Spare the Air alert of season is here By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | December 15, 2023 No wood burning allowed while the alert is in effect, Friday through Sunday.
Bay Area Annual Audubon winter bird count relies on volunteers scanning the skies By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | December 15, 2023 The Oakland bird count took place on Sunday.
berkeley Land surveying begins at People’s Park as construction awaits CA Supreme Court nod By Grace Marion | Bay City News | December 14, 2023 Approval for UC Berkeley's plans to build student housing on the site have seesawed through the courts and California Legislature.
California Commission decision could move thousands of new teachers into the workforce quicker By Diana Lambert | EdSource | December 14, 2023 Next year, teachers who nearly pass their teaching performance assessment could earn a credential without retaking the test.
California As EVs rise, California gas tax revenue will drop by $6 billion, threatening roads By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | December 13, 2023 Fees on electric vehicles will make up only part of the transportation shortfall, so lawmakers need new funding options.