New California law sets first-in-nation standards for smoke damage in homes
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The signed laws that detail insurers’ responsibilities in addressing smoke damage in homes.
Education
What parents should know about teens’ reliance on AI for mental health support
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More regulation is on the way -- even while experts say the future likely involves a combination of in-person care and AI chatbots.Elections
With mail-in rules uncertain, here’s how Californians can prepare to vote in November
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Ballots are going out in less than a month -- and California officials are urging people to vote early.City
Piedmont marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks in solemn ceremony
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City leaders gathered at the fire station Friday morning to reflect on the events of that day.Bay Area
CHP steps up enforcement of carpool lanes approaching Bay Bridge toll plaza
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They'll be paying special attention to the lanes on the right side of the westbound approach to the toll plaza that can be accessed from Interstate 80, I-880, or West Grand Avenue.Featured in Category
Her $3,000 procedure became a $6,000 bill as healthcare companies consolidate
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"Vertical integraton" in the healthcare system is directing patients to more expensive treatment options.featured
A community grew under an Oakland freeway — now a construction project may scatter it
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The Oakland Alameda Access Project broke ground in April and construction next year will displace a homeless encampment.City
City council gives initial approval to new ordinance about dangerous dogs
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Council moves to establish a structured process for determining whether a dog should be designated as potentially dangerous or vicious.
City
A prescribed burn on Angel Island is affecting Bay Area air
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Piedmont Fire Department says you should still call 911 if you think you see or smell smoke originating in town.City
