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First update since adoption of new Housing Element shows ADUs lead the way
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In 2023, the city issued building permits for 24 new housing units, all of which were ADUs of varying sizes.Bay Area
Judge considers arguments over whether SF obligated to sweep homeless encampments
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Plaintiffs argued the city was allowing a “public nuisance” to be created on its streets.public safety
Arrested, suspended: How California colleges discipline faculty and students over protests
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Hundreds of students and faculty throughout the state are facing legal and academic repercussions.Elections
Supporters aiming to recall Oakland mayor announce progress in signature gathering
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'Oakland United to Recall Sheng Thao' has collected more than 30,000 signatures on their way to getting the question placed on the November ballot.Health Matters
New help for dealing with aggression in people with dementia
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A new website now offers a comprehensive, free resource that offers guidance to caregivers.Youth
Bill to require age verification to visit porn sites pits child safety, free speech advocates
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Bi-partisan lawmakers work together, but "Free Speech Coalition," a porn industry trade group says the law would hurt their business.Featured in Category
Oakland’s budget balancing act: Mayor seeks consolidations, hiring freeze to save millions
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The end of federal COVID-19 pandemic relief funding, and sagging real estate sales tax income and hotel occupancy taxes have contributed to the budget shortfall.children
