Climate Bay Area rain to clear out, low temps to linger; more storms possible in coming days By Bay City News and Exedra Staff | February 20, 2026 A cold weekend with very strong coastal winds and chance of more rain next week.
public safety Bay Area skiers among those killed in Tahoe avalanche By Alise Maripuu | Bay City News | February 19, 2026 Six victims were rescued, but eight others died and one is still missing.
Elections Bernie Sanders warns of ‘billionaire class’ as California wealth tax fight intensifies By Nigel Duara | CalMatters | February 19, 2026 A proposed ballot measure would tax billionaires’ net worth by 5% for health care and schools, but top Democrats say it will drive them away.
Elections Furious with Trump, California Democrats plot election strategy in San Francisco By Maya C. Miller and Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | February 19, 2026 Democrats face pressure to support candidates who'll push back hard against the GOP.
Education Oakland teachers rally for job security, student-centered budget amid $50M deficit By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | February 19, 2026 The rumblings of a possible strike come days after SF teachers went on a four-day strike last week and successfully secured their demands.
Bay Area Suit says historical exhibits illegally removed from national parks, including Muir Woods By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | February 18, 2026 The lawsuit argues the Trump administration is unlawfully reshaping public history through changes to park educational materials.
Crime & Safety The Blotter | Man arrested for warrant, possession By Damin Esper | February 17, 2026 Missing person found, door tampering, and a recovered vehicle linked to home burglary.
health Kaiser strike hits fourth week as 31,000 workers demand higher pay and better staffing By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | February 16, 2026 Striking workers with one of Kaiser's largest unions have never before walked off the job.
Bay Area BART weighs contingency plan with station closures, fare hikes if ballot measure fails By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | February 14, 2026 Options include closing up to 15 stations, no night service, and increasing fares by as much as 50%.
City City says Piedmont Community Pool to open April 11 By City of Piedmont | February 13, 2026 5+ years since the community voted to build a new pool facility, a grand opening is at last in sight.