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Wrap-up: What bills did Gavin Newsom sign into law — or veto — in his final year leading California?
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A rundown of legislative proposals that made the cut.Around Town
League of Women Voters of Piedmont to host political scientist Seth Masket
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Special fundraising luncheon with introduction by Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen on October 30.Environment
Heat advisory issued this weekend in Bay Area with triple-digit temperatures forecast
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Spare the Air alerts have also been issued for Saturday and Sunday. Next week will also see soaring temperatures.California
New California reparations law requires companies to disclose past profits from slavery
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Companies with more than $100 million in annual worldwide gross receipts must search their records and submit sworn disclosures about slavery-related transactions.Bay Area
El Niño’s impact on aging California schools may be severe, experts warn
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A massive El Niño event this winter is expected to bring intense storms and flooding to inland and coastal regions.Bay Area
Photos: Vista Point Trail creates safer path for bicyclists crossing Golden Gate Bridge
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The Vista Point Trail allows cyclists to bypass Alexander Avenue, creating a safer commute for thousands of daily bridge crossers.health
A new California law will prohibit sales of disposable vapes. Here’s why
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The measure is intended to prevent lithium battery fires at landfills and recycling centers.California
New California laws add protections for sexual assault survivors on college campuses
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Laws address survivor privacy protections and improving universities' training around recognizing human trafficking.California
