homelessness Late payments to nonprofits hamper California’s fight against homelessness By Marissa Kendall | CalMatters | October 1, 2024 Nonprofits that provide everything from shelter beds, to counseling for homeless residents, to affordable housing, say they regularly are kept waiting weeks, if not months, for the city, county and state funding they rely on.
health California expands access to in vitro fertilization with new law requiring insurers to cover it By Ana B. Ibarra | CalMatters | September 29, 2024 Out-of-pocket costs for one round of IVF can cost close to $20,000.
Around Town League of Women Voters Piedmont to host candidate forums on Oct. 1 By League of Women Voters, Piedmont | September 28, 2024 The virtual events will feature candidates for City Council and School Board in the upcoming November 5, 2024, General Election.
health Why a new California law will require tortilla makers to add an extra ingredient By Ana Ibarra | CalMatters | September 28, 2024 Folic acid is so important to infant health that it’s required to be added to cereal and bread.
City City gives notice of EBMUD night work at pool construction site starting Sunday By City of Piedmont | September 27, 2024 The city says the nighttime schedule will reduce construction time by two weeks and minimize school disruptions.
housing New California law gives more response time to tenants facing eviction amid housing crisis By Felicia Mello | CalMatters | September 27, 2024 Tenants in California will have twice as much time to respond to eviction notices and potentially avoid losing their homes.
Bay Area Union says food service giant Aramark won’t meet health care obligations after A’s leave town By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | September 27, 2024 The union represents 400 concessions workers who sling hot dogs, beer and all manner of other ballpark fare.
budget Who will succeed Dan Kalb? Three candidates make pitch for Oakland City Council District 1 By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | September 27, 2024 District 1 includes Rockridge, Piedmont Avenue, Temescal and parts of the Oakland Hills.
featured Q&A: How new wellness coaches expand mental health support in California schools By Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | September 27, 2024 Academic performance and attendance are key metrics in student success that have plummeted since the onset of the pandemic.
Oakland Farewell cheers and jeers: A’s win final game at Oakland Coliseum in front of sellout crowd By Dan McMenamin | Bay City News | September 26, 2024 Owner John Fisher apologizes for team's departure, and acknowledges fans' bitter disappointment.