gavin newsom Newsom changed California prisons. What will the justice system look like after he leaves? By Adam Ashton | CalMatters | February 26, 2026 In addition to the dramatic decline in the number of people the state is incarcerating, they are directing more resources to rehabilitation programs.
Technology He saw an abandoned trailer. Then, he uncovered a surveillance network on California’s border By Wendy Fry and Khari Johnson, Cal Matters | February 26, 2026 The cameras are raising concerns with privacy experts, civil liberties advocates and humanitarian aid workers.
California Uber ballot initiative sparks showdown with lawyers, doctors By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | February 24, 2026 Lawyers and doctors oppose the proposal, which would cap contingency fees and limit recoveries of medical costs for all car crashes.
California Mexico takes out ‘El Mencho’: What the violence could mean for the U.S. border By Wendy Fry | CalMatters | February 23, 2026 Violence broke out in at least a dozen Mexican states after the killing of a cartel kingpin Sunday.
Elections ‘Don’t agonize, organize’: Nancy Pelosi rallies Democrats one last time in San Francisco By Juliet Williams | CalMatters | February 23, 2026 Retiring after 39 years, the veteran congresswoman proved she can still command a room full of California Democrats like no one else.
Bay Area Why these California counties are directly funding immigrant legal defense amid Trump’s crackdown By Renée Bartlett-Webber | February 23, 2026 Alameda County and San Francisco among the latest to designate additional money for immigrants to defend themselves against deportation.
California Bodies of all 9 victims in Lake Tahoe avalanche recovered after weather delay By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | February 22, 2026 Three backcountry guides and six skiers died near Castle Peak earlier this month.
Elections California Democrats can’t pick a favorite as 9 candidates vie to replace Newsom By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | February 22, 2026 Gubernatorial hopefuls woo delegates while anxiety grows about a GOP lockout.
Bay Area Newsom approves $590M emergency loan to stabilize Bay Area public transit districts By Alise Maripuu | Bay City News | February 21, 2026 Transit agencies have fallen into deep financial woes in the post-pandemic era, as fewer people commute to work in the office.
California California lawmakers blocked from entering Otay Mesa Detention Center By Deborah Brennan | CalMatters | February 20, 2026 Alex Padilla and two San Diego County supervisors were denied entry despite receiving prior clearance.