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Grand jury group says Piedmont gets high marks for ‘straightforward, factual’ ballot language
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On a scale of 1-5, how does Piedmont's Measure F stack up?Bay Area
Supreme Court will hear case about homeless encampments, with huge implications for California
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The court will rule on current precedent, which restricts local interventions, later this year.California
With tighter budgets, police seek less time in court
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Legislation would allow non-sworn community service officers to testify in preliminary hearings instead of police.Bay Area
Tech is growing as a source of California tax revenue — that’s the good news and the bad news
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Top tech companies’ stocks helped boost state revenue last year, making the health of the tech industry more important to California than ever.California
Mammography AI can cost patients extra. Is it worth it?
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Artificial intelligence software to aid radiologists in detecting problems or diagnosing cancer has been moving rapidly into clinical use.climate change
Will avalanches in California worsen with climate change?
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Lower-elevation areas may see fewer avalanches, but uncertainties remain about higher elevations.Education
Defending against deepfakes: Silicon Valley lawmaker targets AI political misinformation
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The bill will target false advertising tactics such as deepfakes.climate change
Newsom unveils plan to cut California climate funding
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Facing big deficits, the governor plans to trim and spread out climate-related spending.Bay Area
