California Newsom declares state of emergency for 7 NorCal counties following February storms By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 31, 2025 The declaration covers Humboldt, Sonoma, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Shasta, and Trinity counties.
Elections Kamala Harris will not run for California governor By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | July 30, 2025 The decision leaves open the possibility that Harris will make another bid for the White House in 2028.
California Several contenders enter race for California schools chief By Carolyn Jones | The 74 | July 30, 2025 As Trump takes on education, the next state superintendent faces daunting challenges.
china San Jose tech firm pleads guilty to supplying Chinese military supercomputer program By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 30, 2025 The company’s plea agreement is still subject to approval by a federal judge.
Housing They already live on the edge. Trump’s immigration crackdowns now threaten their housing By Yue Stella Yu and Ben Christopher | CalMatters | July 30, 2025 In Oakland, renters have been asked if they were “legal” by a landlord seeking to push them out.
Bay Area Tsunami waves reach SF coast after massive quake off Russia By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 30, 2025 Tsunami activity in San Francisco was detected early Wednesday morning.
Bay Area NWS issues Tsunami Watch for SF Bay Area after 8.8 Russia quake By Exedra Staff | July 29, 2025 The earthquake occurred at 4:24 p.m. PST.
California ‘Everything is at stake’: Newsom pushes for redistricting as Texas weighs new GOP maps By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | July 29, 2025 Newsom is exploring multiple options to squeeze more Democratic districts out of the state.
health Bonta sues Trump administration over Planned Parenthood cuts By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | July 29, 2025 The suit contends Trump's new signature tax law requires states to violate Planned Parenthood’s First Amendment rights.
animals State’s mallard population takes off, growing nearly 50% in CDFW’s latest waterfowl count By Pete Young | Bay City News | July 28, 2025 It’s a good year for ducks.