Technology ChatGPT for Teens poses ‘unacceptable risk’ to youth, report finds By William Melhado | EdSource | October 8, 2026 Common Sense Media’s Youth AI Safety Institute found that the new product poses unacceptable risks to youth.
health A new California law will prohibit sales of disposable vapes. Here’s why By Lynn La | CalMatters | October 1, 2026 The measure is intended to prevent lithium battery fires at landfills and recycling centers.
health Anti-abortion advocates say it’s possible to ‘reverse’ an abortion. California wants them to stop By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | September 21, 2026 California's lawsuit against two Christian anti-abortion nonprofits could reshape national abortion debate.
health California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor passengers warned over potential measles exposure By Pete Young | Bay City News | September 19, 2026 The affected trains passed through Bay Area stations on three occasions between September 12 and September 14.
Featured in Category Perplexity’s AI poses an ‘unacceptable risk’ to children’s safety, new report says By Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | September 18, 2026 The AI-based internet search engine earned Common Sense Media’s lowest rating of “unacceptable risk” to children and teen safety.
Elections He championed vaccine mandates. Will that record help him unseat a party-shifting conservative? By Kristen Hwang | CalMatters | September 17, 2026 The outcome of a Sacramento area congressional race could help decide which party controls the House of Representatives — and federal health policy.
California Drugs for autoimmune diseases are pricey. This bill could switch patients to a cheaper one By Ana B. Ibarra | CalMatters | September 15, 2026 Close to 25,000 Californians could see a change in their medication starting as soon as next year.
Education What parents should know about teens’ reliance on AI for mental health support By Mallika Seshadri and Vani Sanganeria | EdSource | September 12, 2026 More regulation is on the way — even while experts say the future likely involves a combination of in-person care and AI chatbots.
Featured in Category Her $3,000 procedure became a $6,000 bill as healthcare companies consolidate By Elisabeth Rosenthal, KFF Health News | September 11, 2026 "Vertical integraton" in the healthcare system is directing patients to more expensive treatment options.
Why car crashes are more dangerous — and more often deadly — for older pedestrians By Paula Span | KFF Health News | September 1, 2026 The latest threat: explosive growth in the use of e-bikes.