As AI ‘therapists’ dish out advice, California lawmakers try to set some limits
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The bill is backed by professional associations that represent psychologists, therapists and counselors.
Bay Area
Air quality advisory issued as wildfire smoke drifts into Bay Area
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Multiple wildfires continue to burn in Oregon and Eastern Washington.California
California budget clarifies teacher credentialing requirement, increases fee
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Teacher candidates pursuing a single-subject credential must have a degree in a subject related to their credential.Elections
California begins enforcing new transparency rules for AI-generated online content
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The implementation was timed to coincide with regulators in the EU and reflects close coordination between the two governments.Environment
Controversial swan hunt appears to work: California’s mute swan population drops
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law last year allowing Californians to kill non-native mute swans.health
California nearly achieved universal healthcare. Now, millions are losing coverage
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Two years ago, nearly every person in California qualified for health insurance, pushing the state’s insured rate to a record 95%. Now that progress is unravelling.City
Free Shakespeare returns to Dracena Park on Sunday, Aug. 9
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This year's performance of "Richard III" will be the fifth appearance of Vallejo Shakespeare in Piedmont.Housing
Homebuilders petition to drop endangered species protection for Swainson’s hawk
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Fish and Game commissioners have until September 8 to evaluate the petition.Arts & Entertainment
Berkeley’s former Half Price Books storefront to reopen as arts and makers marketplace
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The longtime Berkeley bookstore closed in late 2025.Technology
‘Don’t Flock me’: California, U.S. lawmakers debate license plate reader technology
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They’re all over our roads and really good at helping police solve crimes, but do California’s automated license plate readers need limits?City
