Bay Area Bill would let therapists and social workers decide when to confine mentally ill Californians By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | January 30, 2024 In California, it’s usually police who confine mentally ill people for involuntary 72-hour holds so they can be evaluated and treated.
City Letter to the Editor | Measure F addresses growing public safety needs By Michael Henn | January 26, 2024 Given its proximity to urban areas, enhanced public safety services are critical for Piedmont, writes longtime resident Michael Henn.
Bay Area Californians want to use Zoom for court appearances. Will lawmakers let them? By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | January 23, 2024 One of the state’s most powerful unions is opposed to making the COVID-era feature permanent.
Bay Area After a prolonged search, third suspect arrested in death of security guard in Oakland By Katy St. Clair | Bay City News | January 19, 2024 Laron Gilbert was taken into custody in Kansas City, Missouri on Wednesday.
Around Town Local with Lisa | Youth Alive! By Lisa Chan Carnazzo | GrubbCo | January 19, 2024 [SPONSORED VIDEO] This agency is working to break the cycle of violence in Oakland.
Elections 5 major candidates want to be California’s new U.S. senator. Where they stand on the economy, crime, and the border By Yue Stella Yu | CalMatters | January 18, 2024 Each contender has a different track record and position on some of the biggest issues facing California.
Around Town The Blotter | Two detained at Ace Hardware with stolen vehicle By Damin Esper | January 16, 2024 Suspect driver gave false name, had four warrants.
California With tighter budgets, police seek less time in court By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | January 12, 2024 Legislation would allow non-sworn community service officers to testify in preliminary hearings instead of police.
Around Town The Blotter | Stolen truck recovered in Piedmont By Damin Esper | January 9, 2024 Man arrested when found putting items in back of vehicle; plus alleged "porch pirate" caught in the act and a DUI.
guns Federal appeals court blocks California’s new limitation on concealed carry in public places By Joe Dworetzky | Bay City News Foundation | January 9, 2024 Senate Bill 2, signed into law in September 2023, expanded restrictions on concealed weapons.