Elections In California governor race, single-payer is a litmus test. There’s still no way to pay for it. By Christine Mai-Duc | KFF Health News | May 8, 2026 Proponents say a government-run health system is an answer to rising premiums and other spiraling healthcare costs.
featured Musk v. Altman — Day 8: Witnesses testify OpenAI strayed from safety, nonprofit ideals By Joe Dworetzky and Jay Harris, Bay City News | May 7, 2026 The jury heard from three witnesses — a former OpenAI employee working on safety issues, a board member who voted to fire Altman, and an expert on nonprofit governance — each suggesting that the company was not properly fulfilling its mission.
featured Musk v. Altman — Day 7: Zilis testifies on OpenAI board role, tensions with Altman By Joe Dworetzky and Jay Harris, Bay City News | May 6, 2026 Zilis is a key witness for both sides because she was involved at OpenAI in a number of different capacities and roles.
featured Musk v. Altman — Day 6: Brockman describes conflict with Musk over control of OpenAI By Joe Dworetzky and Jay Harris, Bay City News | May 5, 2026 The press and crowds at the federal courthouse in Oakland have thinned as the celebrity factor diminished after Musk testified last week.
Bay Area New environmental impact report for former women’s prison could be first step in opening Bay Area ICE facility, say watchdog groups By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | May 5, 2026 The Bureau of Prisons is required to receive public comment on the issue until June 1.
Elections In the six-way race to be California’s treasurer, it likely comes down to two Democrats By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | May 5, 2026 The state's treasurer manages bonds, pensions, and billions in cash.
Bay Area California’s education funding level rises compared to other states By John Fensterwald and Justin Allen | EdSource | May 5, 2026 The state is among the most equitable in how it distributes funding to schools.
Oakland Folsom museum director Rita Mukherjee named CEO of Chabot Space & Science Center By Pete Young | Bay City News | May 4, 2026 Mukherjee previously held leadership positions at science education centers in Sacramento, San Antonio, and Philadelphia.
Bay Area Overnight lane closures set for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge for 2 months By Pete Young | Bay City News | May 4, 2026 Two eastbound lanes will be closed at night through June 30.
Elections Tech regulation gets personal: How Tom Steyer’s brother could shape California’s AI future By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | May 4, 2026 Jim Steyer is a well known force in Sacramento working on tech regulations and protecting kids online.