health ICE is suddenly showing up in California hospitals. Workers want more guidance on what to do By Ana B. Ibarra and Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | August 26, 2025 The sight of these agents — often armed and with covered faces — makes many wary and may keep people from seeking care.
California Blue states that sued kept most CDC grants, while red states feel brunt of Trump clawbacks By Henry Larweh and Rachana Pradhan and Rae Ellen Bichell | KFF Health News | August 26, 2025 California retained every grant the Trump administration attempted to claw back, while Texas remains the state with the most grants terminated.
Environment Marin County eyes Point Reyes lot for homeless shelter as families face displacement By Pete Young | Bay City News | August 25, 2025 The site is two blocks from Shoreline Highway and the downtown business district.
climate change The dark side of pinot noir: Climate change forcing Napa vintners to make hard choices By Glen Martin | Bay City News | August 23, 2025 Things are changing, and fast.
Elections Newsom’s redistrict plan clears Legislature, now on its way to California voters this fall By Maya C. Miller and Jeanne Kuang | CalMatteers | August 22, 2025 Many California Democrats are reluctant supporters but say it’s a necessary step to counter gerrymanders in Republican states.
business Port of Oakland container volume surges in July as tariff jitters drive shipping activity By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | August 22, 2025 The last time Oakland’s imports were as high as they were in July was in June 2022.
fire Pickett Fire near Calistoga surges to over 2,100 acres, evacuation orders remain in place By Dan McMenamin and Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | August 22, 2025 0% containment reported as of Friday morning.
homelessness California cities lack unified response on homeless encampments By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | August 21, 2025 Having such a patchwork of policies across the state makes it harder to solve the problem of homelessness.
crime AlCo sheriff warns of scammers posing as deputies seeking cash to clear fake warrants By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | August 21, 2025 They may sound convincing by using a local phone number, referring to the victim by name, or sharing other personal details.
BART Tap into transit: Don’t have Clipper? Now you can simply use a bank card for your BART fare By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | August 20, 2025 BART said the Tap and Ride system will be in full effect on Wednesday.