homelessness Supreme Court weighs upending homeless protections By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | April 22, 2024 A case before the court could give cities in California and beyond greater authority to crack down on homeless encampments.
California Sharp divisions over how California’s aspiring teachers will learn how to teach reading By John Fensterwald | EdSource | April 22, 2024 Critics condemn the accreditation of a teacher preparation program they say ignores important new standards for teaching reading.
City Piedmont Police Department Annual Report looks back on 2023 By City of Piedmont | April 19, 2024 The report includes information about crime data and trends, but also offers a glimpse into other elements of the department’s work.
energy A plan to change your utility rates is dividing California environmentalists. Here’s why By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | April 19, 2024 The state’s largest power providers could slap most customers with a new fixed charge.
College New Title IX rules protect LGBTQ+ students, bolster safeguards on college campuses By Lasherica Thornton | EdSource | April 19, 2024 The Biden administration finalized rules on Friday that will go into effect in August this year.
California USC students march in protest of decision to cancel valedictorian’s speech By Michael Burke | EdSource | April 19, 2024 USC's decision to cancel the commencement speech of a Muslim valedictorian has caused an uproar and divided its campus.
Around Town City hosts Design and Sustainability Awards Gala on April 24 By City of Piedmont, Planning Commission | April 19, 2024 Projects have been recognized for indoor/outdoor living design, façade composition, garage-to-ADU conversion, and more.
Bay Area Citing trademark infringement, San Francisco sues Oakland airport over name change plan By Joe Dworetzky | Bay City News Foundation | April 19, 2024 The proposed airport name change in Oakland is not yet official.
Bay Area Why are Black Californians leaving the state? By Wendy Fry | CalMatters | April 19, 2024 Researchers cite the impacts of gentrification and high housing costs.
California Paris Hilton backs California bill requiring sunshine on ‘troubled teen industry’ By Molly Castle Work | KFF Health News | April 19, 2024 The celebrity hotel heiress is setting her sights on legislation in Sacramento and Washington, D.C.