Bay Area ‘You have a crisis out there’: Newsom scolds counties over delays in mental health law By Kristen Hwang and Ana B. Ibarra | CalMatters | December 19, 2023 The new conservatorship law goes into effect in 2024, but counties can defer implementation until 2026.
ballot Nine candidates jump in as Alameda County’s Keith Carson bows out of supervisor race By Katy St. Clair | Bay City News Foundation | December 19, 2023 Two Piedmonters, Chris Moore and Lorrel Plimier, are among that number.
California As EVs rise, California gas tax revenue will drop by $6 billion, threatening roads By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | December 13, 2023 Fees on electric vehicles will make up only part of the transportation shortfall, so lawmakers need new funding options.
California Why CA border is at issue in Ukraine aid standoff By Lynn La | CalMatters | December 13, 2023 California congressional leaders are urging President Biden to reject a Republican quid pro quo for aid funding.
budget California’s food insecurity rises as pandemic aid ends By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | December 13, 2023 A projected budget deficit next year could dampen pleas for more state aid.
California Getting car insurance gets harder: California drivers face delays, higher rates By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | December 11, 2023 The California Department of Insurance is looking into consumer complaints.
Housing These Californians live in affordable housing. Why did their rent skyrocket? By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | December 11, 2023 California’s rent cap doesn’t apply to low-income housing, which has its own rules.
gavin newsom California budget rollercoaster: Analyst predicts $68 billion deficit By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | December 7, 2023 The state could dip into reserves and cut some one-time spending.
Elections McCarthy resignation sets off mad scramble By Joe Kieta | CalMatters | December 6, 2023 Who might run for his seat? Could one candidate be former Rep. Devin Nunes?
Housing Tens of thousands still waiting as California COVID rent relief program runs low on cash By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | December 4, 2023 The emergency relief program has been beset by lengthy delays and administrative disorganization, say struggling renters.