COVID-19 California boards want to keep pandemic rules for public meetings. Critics call it bad for democracy By Sameea Kamal | CalMatters | August 25, 2023 A disparate coalition of advocates is challenging efforts to continue carve-outs from open meetings law.
California California’s high court upholds voting rights law By Lynn La | CalMatters | August 25, 2023 Santa Monica's at-large voting system was found to dilute the representation of certain minorities.
Bay Area ‘All we want is revenge’: How social media fuels gun violence among teens By Liz Szabo | KFF Health News | August 25, 2023 When posts that call out rivals go viral, fueled by “likes” and comments, the danger is hard to contain.
Around Town Still space in Rec Dept classes beginning Sept. 5 By Piedmont Recreation Department | August 24, 2023 Register now for art, cooking, tennis, ultimate frisbee, STEM, golf, outdoor sports play and more.
Elections Why a Colorado ambulance company wants to limit California taxes By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | August 24, 2023 American Medical Response has poured more than $3 million into a November 2024 initiative to raise requirements for levying taxes and fees.
College Gen Z’s declining college interest persists — even among middle schoolers By Joshua Bay | the74million.org | August 24, 2023 Pandemic-era trend continues to grow, pointing to the need for colleges to rethink their outreach strategies for students born between 1997 and 2012.
City The Blotter | Suspect arrested in auto burglaries By Damin Esper | August 22, 2023 Suspect also possessed unregistered handgun; plus more vehicular-related crimes
City Photos | Piedmont welcomes new residents By Photos by Julie Reichle | August 22, 2023 A new families event last Friday was an opportunity to meet city staff, school leaders, and other community members.
City PRD seeks Sidekicks volunteers, adds more classes for neurodiverse students By Piedmont Recreation Department | August 22, 2023 Opportunities for teens to work with special needs students.
City Schoolmates is hiring By Piedmont Recreation Department | August 22, 2023 PRD's Schoolmates programs are seeking enthusiastic, creative, dynamic, and spirited individuals.