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California cities lack unified response on homeless encampments
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Having such a patchwork of policies across the state makes it harder to solve the problem of homelessness.crime
AlCo sheriff warns of scammers posing as deputies seeking cash to clear fake warrants
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They may sound convincing by using a local phone number, referring to the victim by name, or sharing other personal details.Bay Area
SF Bay Ferry gets federal grant to upgrade Oakland terminal amid electric fleet switch
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The new electric vessels are expected to enter into service as soon as 2027.Featured in Category
The Blotter | $3,000 worth of tools taken from car
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Plumber was working on Crofton Avenue.City
City Council recognizes Sidekicks volunteers at Monday meeting
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PRD program pairs teens with neurodiverse students for an inclusive camp experience.City
Council approves grant for new pedestrian safety measures on Moraga Ave.
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Work is expected to start in spring 2026.Elections
Newsom’s push for swift action on redistrict vote leaves counties scrambling to prepare
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Democrats want the proposed California maps to offset Trump and Republicans’ efforts to stack the next congressional election in the GOP’s favor by squeezing more Republican seats out of red states like Texas, Florida and Missouri.Elections
Republicans sue to block Newsom’s gerrymandering, point to legislative gamesmanship
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The rushed legislation for a special election on new election maps violates the state constitution, say Republicans.Environment
