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California cities lack unified response on homeless encampments
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Having such a patchwork of policies across the state makes it harder to solve the problem of homelessness.crime
AlCo sheriff warns of scammers posing as deputies seeking cash to clear fake warrants
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They may sound convincing by using a local phone number, referring to the victim by name, or sharing other personal details.Bay Area
SF Bay Ferry gets federal grant to upgrade Oakland terminal amid electric fleet switch
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The new electric vessels are expected to enter into service as soon as 2027.Elections
Newsom’s push for swift action on redistrict vote leaves counties scrambling to prepare
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Democrats want the proposed California maps to offset Trump and Republicans’ efforts to stack the next congressional election in the GOP’s favor by squeezing more Republican seats out of red states like Texas, Florida and Missouri.Elections
Republicans sue to block Newsom’s gerrymandering, point to legislative gamesmanship
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The rushed legislation for a special election on new election maps violates the state constitution, say Republicans.Elections
California redistricting plan: 5 things to know about Newsom’s bid to redraw election maps
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Governor Newsom’s plan could give his party five more seats and offset a Texas gerrymander.Bay Area
Marin police to cite minors under 16 riding class 2 e-bikes after grace period ends
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The county’s Health and Human Services Department was seeing a sharp increase in serious injuries related to e-bikes since 2023.Bay Area
Berkeley launches rapid-response foster program to protect pets during emergency
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The program comes in response to an increasing number of large-scale disasters, an upcoming wildfire and extreme weather season, and more.Obituary
