California What the big new federal housing bill means for California By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | July 13, 2026 For high-cost cities that don’t build much housing (as in lots of urban California), the federal bill includes a novel carrot and stick.
Uncategorized BART gets $850K for station lighting upgrades amid financial challenges By Kayla Chan | Bay City News | July 11, 2026 The funding contributes to an ongoing lighting retrofit project.
City Departing Public Works Director Daniel Gonzales reflects on his tenure By Damin Esper | July 10, 2026 City Council issues a proclamation in his honor on Tuesday night.
City Local candidate nomination period for November election opens July 13 By City of Piedmont | July 10, 2026 Interested in running for City Council or School Board? Make an appointment to learn more.
Bay Area Oakland Roots will not return to the Coliseum for 2027 season By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | July 10, 2026 The team will host seven more games at the Coliseum as part of the ongoing 2026 season.
Elections Oakland adds property transfer tax reform measure to November ballot By Eric Urbach | Bay City News | July 10, 2026 If approved by voters, the tax is predicted to generate increased revenue by an additional $4 million to $13 million.
Bay Area Rescued tiger comes to Oakland Zoo By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | July 10, 2026 Sitara was rescued from a now-shuttered roadside zoo in Butte County.
Bay Area Flood advisory issued for Bay Area shorelines, coast through next week By Adam Sutro | Bay City News | July 10, 2026 King tides are expected to be “higher-than-normal,” according to officials.
California Puzzled California State Board faults Legislature as it denies charter school appeal By John Fensterwald | EdSource | July 10, 2026 Dozens of charter schools face renewal under the long-delayed implementation of the 2019 charter reform law.
public safety Oakland names James Beere permanent police chief after years of turnover By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | July 10, 2026 He currently serves as interim department chief and joined the department in 1997.