Elections Newsom wants voters to weigh in on new congressional districts in November By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | July 31, 2025 Newsom says California must respond to a partisan redistricting war set off by President Trump.
Careers As he takes on UC’s presidency, Milliken will lean on his experience in three other states By Michael Burke | EdSource | July 31, 2025 Those who have followed his career say he is well-prepared to lead UC at such a pivotal moment.
Bay Area San Francisco speed cameras to begin issuing citations following 60-day warning period By Austin Zeglis | Bay City News | July 31, 2025 After a 60-day warning period that began June 6, the San Francisco MTA will begin issuing civil speeding penalties using 33 cameras.
Bay Area ‘Do your job, or step down’: Bay Area Filipinos decry San Francisco consulate By Anna Tran | Bay City News | July 31, 2025 The protest was part of a broader mobilization tied to Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s recent State of the Nation Address.
California Newsom declares state of emergency for 7 NorCal counties following February storms By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 31, 2025 The declaration covers Humboldt, Sonoma, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Shasta, and Trinity counties.
Elections Kamala Harris will not run for California governor By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | July 30, 2025 The decision leaves open the possibility that Harris will make another bid for the White House in 2028.
California Several contenders enter race for California schools chief By Carolyn Jones | The 74 | July 30, 2025 As Trump takes on education, the next state superintendent faces daunting challenges.
china San Jose tech firm pleads guilty to supplying Chinese military supercomputer program By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 30, 2025 The company’s plea agreement is still subject to approval by a federal judge.
Housing They already live on the edge. Trump’s immigration crackdowns now threaten their housing By Yue Stella Yu and Ben Christopher | CalMatters | July 30, 2025 In Oakland, renters have been asked if they were “legal” by a landlord seeking to push them out.
Bay Area Tsunami waves reach SF coast after massive quake off Russia By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 30, 2025 Tsunami activity in San Francisco was detected early Wednesday morning.