Bay Area Take me out of the ballgame: Oakland bets on grassroots culture to fill its pro sports void By Adam Sutro | Bay City News | September 18, 2026 With the A’s, Raiders and Warriors no longer in Oakland, the city has become an intriguing case study for sports economists.
Technology Newsom orders California agencies to develop new AI safety plans after rejecting tougher law By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | September 18, 2026 The governor ordered state agencies to develop safety regulations for artificial intelligence after vetoing tougher rules two years ago.
Arts & Entertainment GaHee Park’s surreal paintings at YBCA upend male gaze, critique surveillance society By Caroline Picard | Bay City News | September 17, 2026 Park’s paintings capture a diffuse state of consciousness through a strategic use of recurring objects and animals.
Elections He championed vaccine mandates. Will that record help him unseat a party-shifting conservative? By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | September 17, 2026 The outcome of a Sacramento area congressional race could help decide which party controls the House of Representatives — and federal health policy.
California California wants to ban child marriage. Why are these civil rights groups trying to stop it? By Nadia Lathan | CalMatters | September 17, 2026 It’s legal for anyone younger than 18 to get married in California, so long as a parent and judge approve.
Bay Area California’s tough on crime law promised treatment. Here’s why people are falling through the cracks By Marisa Kendall and Cayla Mihalovich | CalMatters | September 17, 2026 Counties are on their own to figure out how to provide Proposition 36 drug treatment diversion programs.
Elections Alameda County board votes to put $30 wage issue to voters, will explore countermeasure By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | September 16, 2026 The next scheduled election is in March 2028, but a proposal could go to voters sooner if the state calls a special election.
California Drugs for autoimmune diseases are pricey. This bill could switch patients to a cheaper one By Ana B. Ibarra | CalMatters | September 15, 2026 Close to 25,000 Californians could see a change in their medication starting as soon as next year.
California Newsom signs law to let these Californians get out of jury duty — for good By Lynn La | CalMatters | September 15, 2026 Over 80 years old? You can now opt out of jury duty permanently for medical reasons.
wildfires New California law sets first-in-nation standards for smoke damage in homes By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | September 15, 2026 The signed laws that detail insurers’ responsibilities in addressing smoke damage in homes.