California
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Homeless unions on both sides of Bay sue cities to prevent sweeps, program closures
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In June 2024 the US Supreme Court found it was not a violation of the Constitution’s prohibition against “cruel and unusual punishment” for a city to enforce its anti-camping ordinances against people sleeping on the streets, even if there was no alternative shelter available.Bay Area
Trump executive order targets SF’s Presidio Trust, aims to eliminate federal agencies
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A "political stunt" aimed at a local treasure.Housing
No new ADUs here: When California law and homeowner association rules collide
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A raft of California laws on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have been particularly aggressive in stripping locals of their regulatory say-so.Arts & Entertainment
NBA All-Star event, Chinese New Year Parade deliver BART best Saturday ridership in years
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There were 139,475 riders Saturday, eclipsing the record set last February.Bay Area
Ursula Jones Dickson sworn in as Alameda County DA, pledges to ‘get back to business’
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New DA vows to prioritize public safety and the rights of victims.Bay Area
Port of Oakland appoints McKenney as next executive director; first woman to hold title
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McKenney has had a number of roles at the port since 1994, including aviation planning manager and interim executive director.Bay Area
