California California craft liquor delivery is about go away thanks to big money lobbying By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | August 7, 2026 Distillers say powerful alcohol companies, the wine industry, and Teamsters killed a possible extension of deliveries.
health Medicaid cuts stand to hit everyone (yes, even you). Here’s why By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | August 7, 2026 Medi-Cal cuts will strain hospitals already operating at a loss, resulting in fewer services and higher costs for the privately insured too.
Bay Area Climate experts predict high flood risk in Bay Area for super El Niño By Alise Maripuu, Bay City News | August 6, 2026 Record-high temperatures in the Pacific Ocean signal a wild winter ahead.
California Why insurance matters to renters, landlords and California By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | August 6, 2026 Insurance affects the cost of rent, housing supply and recovery from disaster.
Bay Area Alameda County supervisors postpone $30 minimum wage measure until at least 2028 By Eric Urbach | Bay City News | August 5, 2026 The ballot measure would raise Alameda County’s minimum wage to $30 per hour in stages over the next decade in unincorporated parts of the county.
climate change Band-Aid, not a cure: federal Colorado River plan leaves states guessing every two years By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | August 5, 2026 Key agreements for managing the river are expiring at the end of this year.
Elections California Democrats defy Newsom, back billionaire tax By Maya C. Miller and Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | August 4, 2026 The state Democratic Party said opposing the popular billionaire tax could worsen the party’s already weak credibility.
Bay Area Air quality advisory issued as wildfire smoke drifts into Bay Area By Christopher Vinasco | Bay City News | August 4, 2026 Multiple wildfires continue to burn in Oregon and Eastern Washington.
California California budget clarifies teacher credentialing requirement, increases fee By Diana Lambert | EdSource | August 4, 2026 Teacher candidates pursuing a single-subject credential must have a degree in a subject related to their credential.
Elections California begins enforcing new transparency rules for AI-generated online content By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | August 4, 2026 The implementation was timed to coincide with regulators in the EU and reflects close coordination between the two governments.