California ‘Everything is at stake’: Newsom pushes for redistricting as Texas weighs new GOP maps By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | July 29, 2025 Newsom is exploring multiple options to squeeze more Democratic districts out of the state.
health Bonta sues Trump administration over Planned Parenthood cuts By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | July 29, 2025 The suit contends Trump's new signature tax law requires states to violate Planned Parenthood’s First Amendment rights.
Around Town Registration for Schoolmates now open By City of Piedmont | PRD | July 29, 2025 PRD also introduces a new program this year -- "The Hangout"-- for fourth and fifth graders.
homelessness AlCo supes achieve consensus on Measure W funds, but homeless advocates want more By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | July 29, 2025 Measure W narrowly passed in 2020 by less than 1% and introduced a sales tax of 0.5% for 10 years across Alameda County.
Oakland Oakland breaks ground on bicycle project near Lake Merritt after 4-year-old’s death By Pete Young | Bay City News | July 28, 2025 The Maia Correia Memorial Bikeway will add a fully separated bike lane that will be protected from vehicles.
Housing So many reasons to stay put: What’s behind California’s frozen housing market? By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | July 28, 2025 The cost of moving in California is steep.
Oakland Oakland receives donation of lifesaving gear, will install defibrillators at recreation centers By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 28, 2025 PG&E Vice President of the Bay Area Region said the initiative aligns with the company’s focus on safety.
strike Hospice East Bay workers plan strike Tuesday over staffing, stalled contract talks By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | July 27, 2025 The group said they’re still seeking their first contract after about 18 months of negotiations.
Featured in Category The re-rebranding of OAK: Port commission signs off on Oakland airport’s newest name By Kathleen Kirkwood and Kiley Russell | Bay City News | July 26, 2025 New name, old concerns...however, “OAK” will remain the airport code.
homelessness Trump’s crackdown on homelessness: What does it mean for California? By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | July 25, 2025 Trump wants cities to enforce laws that make it illegal for homeless people to sleep outside. So does Newsom.