Bay Area
wildfires
California infernos in January? Here’s why wildfire season keeps getting longer and more devastating
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Whatever NIMBYism that gave comfort to some Californians — never having a fire in their community before — no longer applies to most areas.California
Too wet and too dry: The crazy north-south gap in California’s rain
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This season’s huge — possibly unprecedented — disparity works in favor of the state’s water supplies.Bay Area
Wind advisory in effect for East Bay hills, among other Bay Area regions
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Expect gusty winds, up to 50 mph, through Wednesday morning.Bay Area
California’s Legislature returns to the Capitol to begin 2025 session — 5 things to watch for
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Newsom has floated several new programs — from expanding the film and television production tax credit to reviving a rebate for electric vehicles. His full budget proposal is due by the end of this week.crime
4 new laws strengthen cities’ abilities to impound vehicles involved in sideshows
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Sideshows include impromptu and dangerous displays of donuts and other vehicle stunts that take over entire areas and overwhelm police.Bay Area
Supervisor Keith Carson sends final note to Alameda County District 5 constituents
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Nikki Fortunato Bas was elected to fill Carson's spot.cannabis
California to launch Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés, blending weed and coffee culture
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Local jurisdictions can still decide if and how they want to implement any cannabis cafes.Climate
Sierra snowpack levels above average in NorCal, below average in southern Sierras
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As of Thursday, there is 24 inches of snow depth in the northern Sierra Nevada, according to the California Department of Water Resources.Education
