Bay Area COVID-era learning reduced student enrollment in college, report finds By Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | April 10, 2026 The study examined 14,005 public high schools from the 2015-16 to 2021-22 school years.
public safety Bay Area airports react to DHS proposal to leverage customs against sanctuary cities By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | April 9, 2026 San Francisco International Airport is one of the largest airports in the country.
California ‘A false front’: The California agency failing to stop conservatorship abuses By Byrhonda Lyons | CalMatters | April 9, 2026 A CalMatters investigation into a state oversight agency found it failed to fulfill its elder care mandate, even as California's population ages.
Elections California billionaire tax is a no-brainer for progressive Democrats, right? Wrong. By Maya C. Miller | CalMatters | April 9, 2026 Even some of the most liberal lawmakers and labor unions aren’t convinced by the plan, which has gained national attention.
Bay Area Alameda County supes oppose reopening FCI Dublin for immigration detention, prison use By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | April 8, 2026 The former low-security women’s prison was closed in 2024.
California California police cite anti-truancy law in charge against man who helped students protest ICE By Nigel Duara | CalMatters | April 8, 2026 The case quickly dissipated when local prosecutors said they would not pursue it.
climate change California wants to fund green jet fuel — by raiding your road repair budget By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | April 8, 2026 UC Berkeley economists warn it could raise California gas prices.
Crime & Safety The Blotter | Driver arrested for DUI in Piedmont By Damin Esper | April 7, 2026 Plus more vehicle-related crimes.
Bay Area Immigrant seniors lose Medicare coverage despite paying for it By Vanessa G. Sánchez, El Tímpano via KFF Health News | April 7, 2026 An estimated 100,000 lawfully present immigrants will soon be cut out of Medicare thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Trump signed last July.
Bay Area California’s next governor to face tough choices for education as state budget tightens By John Fensterwald | EdSource | April 7, 2026 Declining enrollment, special education growth, and COLA adjustments continue to impact district budget discussions across the state.