athletes Democrats reject California bills banning transgender athletes from girls’ sports By Diana Lambert | EdSource | April 5, 2025 The hearing drew an overflow crowd of people with strong opinions on transgender rights, the political divide and President Donald Trump.
Bay Area Boaters warned of whale sightings in San Francisco Bay after one found dead By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | April 4, 2025 Be careful while out on the water because, while famously large, the animals are sometimes difficult to spot.
Bay Area California State Library says Trump administration halts local library funding By Tony Hicks, Bay City News | April 4, 2025 IMLS typically provides more than $200 million annually for local libraries in all 50 states.
Bay Area Muni moves forward with bus service cuts despite public outcry, budget concerns By Alise Maripuu | Bay City News | April 3, 2025 Muni is attempting to close its looming $50 million budget deficit by slashing and shortening five bus routes.
Education A ‘missed opportunity’: Does Newsom’s plan to get Californians into better jobs do enough? By Adam Echelman | CalMatters | April 2, 2025 California is embarking on a significant organizational initiative without knowing if legislature will even approve.
Arts & Entertainment Getting a read on how Trump’s library cuts will impact library services in the Bay Area By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | April 2, 2025 The smallest libraries are likely to bear the brunt.
Elections Xavier Becerra jumps into crowded race for California governor By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | April 2, 2025 The former California attorney general noted his experience fighting Trump after suing his first administration more than 100 times.
castro valley East Bay nonprofit health provider agrees to $200K payout in gender pay equity complaint By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | April 2, 2025 The case is a reminder to all employers to set objective criteria when making compensation decisions.
commentary ‘Broke their own promise’: Republican reparations bill is a bad sign for California’s Black Caucus By Denise Amos | CalMatters | April 2, 2025 People on both sides are throwing shade.
berkeley city council Alameda Dems slam Loren Taylor to stop using logo in Oakland mayoral campaign By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | April 1, 2025 Temperatures rise between the two front runners, Loren Taylor and Barbara Lee, in the final weeks of the campaign.