Oakland Oakland police dispatch center back in service after going dark Wednesday night By Bay City News | October 22, 2026 Copper wire theft may be behind the systemwide disruption.
California Children who attend TK do better on math, reading in 3rd grade, study shows By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | October 22, 2026 Researchers said results show the importance of investment in TK, state-subsidized preschool, and support for students who speak languages other than English.
Technology California cities pull the plug on data centers after state regulations don’t scale up fast enough By Katherine Ortiz | CalMatters | October 22, 2026 Despite seven new statewide laws regulating data centers, at least 26 municipalities have passed or proposed restrictions on data centers since June.
City Some residents call for more than a memorial in Dearing case By David Thigpen | October 20, 2026 Ongoing litigation between the city and descendants of the family has kept the issue of how Piedmont should atone for past harms in the news.
City Mayor shares lessons learned in State of the City address By Photos by Julie Reichle | October 20, 2026 Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen is wrapping up two terms in office.
City The Blotter | Prowler found on Wildwood Avenue By Damin Esper | October 20, 2026 Suspect arrested for trespassing just before midnight.
Elections Letter to the Editors | Bill Reichle for City Council By Jim Sells | October 20, 2026 Jim Sells says Reichle, a friend and neighbor, is well-informed on Piedmont issues.
Featured in Category City seeks input on draft plan to make home electrification easier and more affordable By City of Piedmont | October 20, 2026 Draft five-year roadmap focuses on reducing costs and simplifying the process of switching from natural gas to electric appliances.
California How many University of California students fail introductory math classes? By Michael Burke and Yuxuan Xie | EdSource | October 20, 2026 The share of students who received a D or F, withdrew, or did not pass has nearly doubled since the 2020-21 academic year.
California California state workers are about to strike. What that means for the DMV, EDD, parks and more By Lynn La | CalMatters | October 20, 2026 A strike by the state's largest union is scheduled to start this week.