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California GOP lawmakers are incensed over a gas tax study bill. Rural groups say they need it
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Gas taxes fund highway maintenance and repairs.health
Measles is back in California. Health departments are fighting it with less.
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Battling outbreaks as federal funding cuts gut local health departments and vaccine skepticism fuels spread among unvaccinated children.Featured in Category
Measles confirmed in person who went to Burlingame restaurant, health officials say
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There have been two confirmed cases of measles in San Mateo County in 2026 after one case was reported in 2025.health
Californians are staying insured — but settling for health coverage they may not use
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Following the end of enhanced federal premium assistance, many people are making concessions to afford staying insured.California
66% of normal: Sierra snowpack continues to lag historical average as winter winds down
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Only one month to go until the typical peak to the snow season -- meanwhile last month's storms haven't made up for a dry start to winter.Bay Area
An early taste of summer on Saturday before cooler weather returns
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Temperatures are expected to soar above 80 degrees on Saturday.Bay Area
BART board passes drastic contingency plan to close $367M deficit, slash service by 70%
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Ridership remains about 50% below pre-pandemic levels, and BART’s funding model relies heavily on passenger fares.Bay Area
Oakland teachers reach tentative deal with district after year of talks, but layoffs loom
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Layoffs are projected to save about $11 million next fiscal year as OUSD confronts a roughly $100 million structural deficit.California
