An American Scandal’ examines the human cost of a broken system – The Mercury News
The subtitle of “Rehab,” Shoshana Walter’s book about the collective failure in this country regarding widespread drug addiction,…
A ‘middle-income’ housing program didn’t deliver on promises of affordability. Can Oakland make it work? – East Bay Times
Oakland officials have a new take on a controversial housing program that hasn’t always delivered the affordability it…
Why ‘no tax on tips’ may have limited benefits for California workers – The Mercury News
No tax on tips, a campaign promise by President Donald Trump, is now part of the U.S. tax…
Diwali will be official California holiday
Diwali, the vibrant festival of lights celebrated in Hinduism and other religions, will become an official state holiday…
Her husband was deported to Mexico. Unwilling to remain apart, she left California to join him. – East Bay Times
As the vehicle approached the Tijuana border, Etelvina Lázaro’s son, sitting behind the wheel, asked her again if she…
Former LAUSD Superintendent Beutner announces run for LA mayor – NBC Los Angeles
Former Los Angeles School District Superintendent Austin Beutner announced Monday that he is running for mayor of Los…
Terminated San Jose assistant fire chief alleges he was called ‘dinosaur,’ subjected to discrimination and retaliation
A former high-ranking San Jose fire official is accusing the city and Chief Robert Sapien of unlawful termination,…
Large RV encampment ensnared in abatement ‘whack-a-mole’ since leaving San Jose’s Columbus Park
For the large contingent of RV dwellers who fled Columbus Park before the summer’s large-scale encampment sweep and settled…
Oakland University student under investigation over ‘dangerous’ post targeting GOP candidate
article ROCHESTER, Mich. (FOX 2) – The Oakland County GOP are calling for the expulsion of an Oakland…
Elon Musk backs call for federal troops in San Francisco
Elon Musk, shown at the White House in February, has backed Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff’s call for federal troops…
Measure A would help keep Santa Clara County hospitals open
We are doctors, not politicians. We have spent our careers caring for Santa Clara County residents on their…
California expands privacy protections as Democratic-led states resist Trump’s immigration agenda
Immigrants selling food, flowers and other merchandise along the sidewalks of California will have new privacy protections intended…