health Trump clawed back billions in federal health grants. Here’s how much California is losing By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | March 27, 2025 The CDC intends to “immediately end” pandemic-era funding, which was scheduled to last in some cases until 2027.
California California food banks brace for funding cuts, and not only from the Trump administration By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | March 27, 2025 Hundreds of truckloads bound for food banks across the state have been suspended with no indication of when or if they’ll be delivered.
Bay Area Will this bill be the end of California’s housing vs environment wars? By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | March 26, 2025 State Assemblymember Buffy Wicks's bill is simple: No more environmental lawsuits for “infill” housing.
COVID-19 Five years after COVID shuttered schools, parent empowerment still going strong By Karen D'Souza | EdSource | March 26, 2025 Instead of waiting for the system to adapt to their needs, one Piedmonter took matters into their own hands.
Education Sue or hold back? The University of California does both as it faces Trump’s wrath By Mikhail Zinshteyn | CalMatters | March 26, 2025 Students are scared and aren't sure if the UC will protect them from the federal government.
California California in settlement negotiations with Uber, Lyft in massive wage-theft case By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | March 26, 2025 Rideshare Drivers United, a gig workers group, estimates that the drivers who filed claims are owed at least $1.3 billion.
Bay Area Defending the rule of law: Bay Area attorneys pressed to sign letter pushing back on Trump By Joe Dworetzky | Bay City News | March 25, 2025 The letter condemns "intimidation tactics, viewpoint discrimination, and attempts to weaponize the Executive against the rule of law.”
California New fire maps put nearly 4 million Californians in hazardous zones. What does that mean for the people who live there? By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | March 24, 2025 CalFire released its fourth and final round of color-coded hazard maps -- and some designations for Piedmont homes have changed.
Bay Area California’s 2025 Cheese Trail map offers road trip ideas for Bay Area foodies By Sarah Stierch | Bay City News | March 23, 2025 The 2025 map features over 44 artisan cheesemakers across the state, including 23 in the Bay Area with tours, tastings and retail sales.
Bay Area East Bay congressman says now isn’t time for ‘sunshine patriots’ during packed town hall By Katy St. Clair | Bay City News | March 23, 2025 Rep. Mark DeSaulnier said he has more town halls planned.