Bay Area
Housing
Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?
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A bill intended to check investor-led redevelopment could also make it more difficult for fire survivors to sell their properties should they decide or be forced by necessity not to rebuild.Bay Area
Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot
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The proposed tax comes as public transit agencies in the region face severe budget shortfalls in the current fiscal year.Crime & Safety
See where to find a Cop on the Block in July
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Get to know your local police officers.
City
One-way traffic on Bonita Avenue in the Civic Center begins July 6
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The re-striping project is aimed at adding more parking spaces in the center of town and improving traffic flow in the area, the city says.City
Prevent fires: Make safe disposal of oily rags part of any home improvement project
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Improper disposal of rags has led to multiple fires in Piedmont over the past three years, the city says.City
AC Transit’s planned fare increase starts on July 1
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Riders can expect to pay an additional 25 cents on local rides and and an extra 50 cents for transbay trips.Education
Transgender athletes still protected in California, Supreme Court rules
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The ruling allows states to ban transgender student athletes from playing on girls’ and women’s teams, but doesn’t require it.Environment
