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California union’s billionaire tax qualifies for ballot amid fierce opposition
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The governor is reportedly trying to negotiate a last-minute deal that would pull the initiative before the ballot is finalized on June 25.Bay Area
Oakland mayor casts tie-breaking vote to put charter reform measure on November ballot
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Voter approval would give the mayor more responsibility and power, and would require councilmembers to work full-time in their elected roles.Technology
California admits using high-risk AI — including systems it failed to report last year
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State officials have found they are using six high-risk AI-like systems. One year ago, they reported using zero.Bay Area
Packed meetings, strong opinions on lifting the I-580 truck ban
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Splashpad News correspondent Wendy Silvani reports on the reaction to a Caltrans plan to study the effects of lifting the ban.featured
Oakland council members propose one-time amendments to fund failed Measure E goals
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Funding will come from drawdowns of multiple funds, including the city’s general fund, transit fund, its state gas tax allocation, and other voter-approved tax measures.Environment
Oakland secures $9.3M in investment to bolster illegal dumping crackdown
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As early as July 1, some of the investment money will be available for additional illegal dumping cameras, which will be used for enforcement.Technology
California Legislature in standoff with DMV over sharing driver license data with other states
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Opponents of the plan warned it could easily flag drivers who lack a Social Security number.Bay Area
Special update: Rising odds of a strong-to-historic El Niño event in 2026
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Exedra's favorite weather wonk Daniel Swain gives a quick refresher on what this means for California.Bay Area
