Bay Area Alameda County supervisors postpone $30 minimum wage measure until at least 2028 By Eric Urbach | Bay City News | August 5, 2026 The ballot measure would raise Alameda County’s minimum wage to $30 per hour in stages over the next decade in unincorporated parts of the county.
climate change Band-Aid, not a cure: federal Colorado River plan leaves states guessing every two years By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | August 5, 2026 Key agreements for managing the river are expiring at the end of this year.
crime In the News | In aftermath of Tesla crashes, regulators to scrutinize electronic doors By Exedra Staff | August 4, 2026 From the East Bay Times: The NHTSA has received more than 140 complaints about Tesla doors since 2018.
City The Blotter | Man shoplifts glue and stain from ACE Hardware By Damin Esper | August 4, 2026 Also: stolen vehicle recovered and a catalytic converter theft.
Elections California Democrats defy Newsom, back billionaire tax By Maya C. Miller and Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | August 4, 2026 The state Democratic Party said opposing the popular billionaire tax could worsen the party’s already weak credibility.
City City asks families to review Civic Center travel routes before school starts By City of Piedmont | August 4, 2026 Bake in some extra time and patience on your morning commute — street changes over the summer will create new traffic patterns near Havens.
Bay Area Air quality advisory issued as wildfire smoke drifts into Bay Area By Christopher Vinasco | Bay City News | August 4, 2026 Multiple wildfires continue to burn in Oregon and Eastern Washington.
California California budget clarifies teacher credentialing requirement, increases fee By Diana Lambert | EdSource | August 4, 2026 Teacher candidates pursuing a single-subject credential must have a degree in a subject related to their credential.
Elections California begins enforcing new transparency rules for AI-generated online content By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | August 4, 2026 The implementation was timed to coincide with regulators in the EU and reflects close coordination between the two governments.
Environment Controversial swan hunt appears to work: California’s mute swan population drops By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | August 4, 2026 Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law last year allowing Californians to kill non-native mute swans.