crime Oakland police report broad declines in major crime, down nearly 30% in early 2026 By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | April 2, 2026 Mayor Lee says downward trend reflects coordination between violence prevention programs, crisis response teams, and law enforcement.
Elections Two Republicans are fighting for California governor. Why a tie is their best strategy By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | April 2, 2026 Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco need to split the vote nearly evenly to lock Democrats out of the race.
Technology Newsom orders government to consider AI harm in contract rules By Khari Johnson | CaMatters | April 1, 2026 The order followed a dispute between Anthropic and the Defense Department.
City Design, Sustainable Living, and Wildfire Resilience Awards Gala on April 15 By City of Piedmont | March 31, 2026 Celebrate the best home improvement projects in Piedmont.
City More short-term parking in Civic Center ahead of community pool opening By City of Piedmont | March 31, 2026 Increased parking enforcement will begin the week of April 6.
City The Blotter | Suspect attempts to run person over By Damin Esper | March 31, 2026 Plus: Stolen bike, welfare check leads to jail.
California Cal State’s new framework promises jobs or grad school path for all students By Kate Rix | EdSource | March 31, 2026 CSU may phase out some majors as part of a plan to make degree programs more career-focused.
Crime & Safety Missing Person UPDATE | Search for Amy Hillyard continues By Exedra Staff and Bay City News | March 31, 2026 Hillyard was last seen on Radnor Road on March 25.
Housing California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | March 31, 2026 The state may get into the construction insurance business.
Bay Area Swalwell accuses FBI director Kash Patel of election interference in governor’s race By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | March 30, 2026 The Bay Area congressman is one of the top polling Democrats running for governor in a crowded primary field.