Featured in Category Perplexity’s AI poses an ‘unacceptable risk’ to children’s safety, new report says By Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | September 18, 2026 The AI-based internet search engine earned Common Sense Media’s lowest rating of “unacceptable risk” to children and teen safety.
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.
Technology Who’s buying your personal data: Disney, GM, your insurer and bank. Here’s what they get By Colin Lecher | CalMatters | September 17, 2026 Consumers asked a major data broker for their files — what they got back shows interest in their weight, how much they drink, and how likely they are to get a mammogram, among many other characteristics.
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.
Arts & Entertainment Best Bets: Opera, CritterFest, My’Kal Stromile, and Kam Patterson By The Artful Observer | Bay City News | September 16, 2026 A round-up of some top upcoming performances and events around the Bay Area.
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.
Arts & Entertainment Exedra Reads | Graphic novels by local authors By Edna Lewis | September 15, 2026 Bishop O'Dowd teacher and author Briana Loewinsohn's "Raised by Ghosts" is set in the East Bay.
Around Town Piedmont Harvest Festival seeks community group submissions By Piedmont Recreation Department | September 15, 2026 Fill out the Rec Department's online form to express your group's interest — the Harvest Festival is September 27.
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.