Pacifica residents fear what's next for city's iconic pier as damage increases
The damage has increased at an alarming rate, and many residents fear the end is near for the 53-year-old structure.
Citizens' initiative tax measures under scrutiny due to only needing simple majority
The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association has qualified a proposition that would end the citizens' initiative loophole, requiring that all tax measures get 2/3 for passage. It would also retroactively invalidate any new parcel tax that passed with less than 2/3.
Election Day voters in the Bay Area talk about casting their ballots in person
A steady stream of people showed up at the Elections Office drop box just to feel the sense of security of depositing their ballot right outside of where it's going to be counted.
New CalFresh rules requiring many to work to receive food benefits go into effect Monday
On Monday, new rules kick in that require many who apply for government food assistance to be working.
After repeatedly voting to raise taxes, Oakland voters to decide on parcel tax
On Tuesday, voters in Oakland will decide whether to approve Measure E, a parcel tax being pushed by local employee unions.
Historic federal monitoring of Oakland Police Department nearing its end
The Oakland Police Department may soon regain its self-determination following a report saying it is finally in compliance on all reforms forced upon it by a lawsuit settlement decades ago.
Deal struck to transform Concord Naval Weapons Station into residential development
Under the deal, master developer Brookfield Residential, the city, and the Navy would all become partners in the development, sharing in the profits
Memorial Day ceremony at USS San Francisco Memorial honors those who died in Battle of Guadalcanal
In 1942, the USS San Francisco miraculously survived a pivotal battle in World War II and each year a memorial service is held to honor those who died. But this year, there was a special guest who added his own footnote to history.
Sonoma State graduates feeling optimistic about university's future amidst uncertainty
The last year has been a hard time for the campus in general, due to huge budget cuts to sports and academic programs. But now there seems to be a renewed sense of optimism, not just for the graduates, but for the future of the university, as well.
Alameda County reports 13% drop in homelessness following latest point-in-time count
On Tuesday, Alameda County revealed the results of its annual "point-in-time" homeless count, and officials were quick to celebrate the numbers. They say their efforts to get people into housing have resulted in fewer people on the streets.
BART rolling out quicker fare gates to cut down on fare evasion
The changes do not require any new equipment, just software changes to the existing gates. BART said the pilot program in Concord and Antioch has been successful, so they will begin making the switch at all the other stations, as well.
Former San Quentin inmate earns Cal State East Bay master's as Project Rebound grows
When Forrest Jones earned his bachelor's degree three years ago, he was one of only two Project Rebound graduates at Cal State East Bay. This year, the program had 85 students, including 20 graduates.
Oakland residents push back as Caltrans studies ending I-580 big rig ban
Pollution from the Port of Oakland and nearby freeways has long been a social equity issue for some residents – and now, there is a push for another freeway, Interstate 580, to shoulder some of that burden.
California State University introduces new degree programs that can be completed in 3 years
California State University trustees voted to create a new class of undergraduate degrees that will only require 90 credits, meaning students could potentially graduate in only three years' time.
Rising inflation impacting Bay Area small businesses
People are looking for ways to cut costs amid rising inflation - both consumers and retailers - and Bay Area small businesses are feeling the impact.