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Newsom’s final year in office begins with an $18 billion deficit. How will he address it?

By Yue Stella Yu | CalMatters | January 6, 2026
As Gov. Gavin Newsom prepares to release his spending plan this Friday, a projected $18 billion deficit awaits, which could spell trouble for his legacy.
California
California Governor Gavin Newsom walks across a stage during his inauguration in January 2023. The lower half of the back drop is fuzzy images of people waving flags and the upper half is a giant US flag.

Can Newsom deliver on unmet promises in his final year as governor?

By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | January 5, 2026
Under Governor Gavin Newsom’s tenure, health care has been expanded, but his housing goals and homelessness pledges remain unfinished.
Education
Teacher in a blue polo uses hands to demonstrate shapes to a small group of 5-year-olds

Will this be the year California makes kindergarten mandatory?

By Carolyn Jones | CalMatters | January 5, 2026
California is one of 32 states that doesn’t require 5-year-olds to attend school.
Technology
Compilation of screenshots from The California Courier, a putative news website, against a pink background

Could this mysterious California news site influence the 2026 election?

By Colin Lecher | CalMatters | January 5, 2026
When is a news source not what it seems? The California Courier uses the name of an established paper and doesn’t disclose apparent partisan ties.
City

Dispose of your holiday tree promptly and safely

By City of Piedmont | January 3, 2026
Curbside collection for natural trees until January 9; special instructions apply for flocked or artificial trees.
Bay Area

Rain, wind, coastal flooding in weekend forecast

By Exedra Staff | January 2, 2026
High tides Saturday morning will likely close some roads in low-lying areas.
Bay Area

What’s the deal with… local gas station closures?

By Exedra Staff | January 2, 2026
Piedmont Gas and Auto Repair on Highland is shuttered for the time being.
City

City shares video of 10 milestones from 2025

By Exedra Staff | January 2, 2026
Staff highlight new community services, safety and infrastructure updates, and more.
Oakland

‘What we refuse to do is forget’: Fruitvale marks 17 years since Oscar Grant’s death

By Tanay Gokhale, Bay City News | January 2, 2026
To commemorate Grant’s 40th birthday, the Oscar Grant Foundation will hold its Legacy Gala on Feb. 28 at Scott’s Seafood in Jack London Square, Oakland.
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By Exedra Staff | January 2, 2026
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