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Federal changes threaten health insurance subsidies for 29,000 Bay Area immigrants

OAKLAND, Calif. — Covered California kicked off its 2027 open enrollment campaign Friday, Nov. 6, during a media and community event in Oakland, bringing together state health officials, healthcare advocates and community representatives to explain insurance options and financial assistance available to California residents amid significant federal policy changes.

Oakland, CA · 1d
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Marina Safeway lawsuit will be a key test of the Wiener-Yimby agenda

Opponents of the massive Marina Safeway project, which just won fast-track approval from the city, have filed suit in federal court to slow the process down, saying the site is contaminated with toxic waste. The developer admits there are toxics in the area, but nobody has tested the land below...

San Francisco, CA · 2d
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Alleged co-conspirator in Oakland corruption case secretly lobbied for City Hall security contract

The Oakland corruption trial playing out right now in federal court has mostly focused on two companies: the city’s curbside recycling contractor, California Waste Solutions, and a homebuilding startup called Evolutionary Homes. The owners of both companies are alleged to have bribed former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao in pursuit of city contracts.

Oakland, CA · 2d
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Broken elevators are still trapping vulnerable S.F. residents. City officials propose this fix

San Francisco auditors are calling for stricter oversight of elevator safety in the city’s dilapidated residential hotels to protect many of its most vulnerable low-income tenants.

San Francisco, CA · 1d

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San Francisco supervisor wants to permanently close Castro gas station

Gary McCoy is the latest San Francisco politician calling to convert gas stations into housing. “We’ve got two gas stations in the Castro,” McCoy said during the debate at the Commonwealth Club. “Do we need two gas stations in the Castro? Probably not.”. The once-ambitious policy might...

San Francisco, CA · 2d

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Bay Area cities extend or pass new moratoriums on data centers

Several Bay Area cities are pumping the brakes on data centers. While they’re not necessarily banning the facilities, they want to make sure proper regulations are in place. San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan and four council members have proposed a temporary pause on data centers this week, as reported by several media outlets. The council plans to vote on that next week. The city's planning commission also plans to review development standards and community benefit requirements on Wednesday.

San Francisco Bay Area, CA · 2d

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You may focus on rain around your Oakland house, but the city says to check for a working sewer backflow device.

As of mid-November 2026, a backflow device on the sewer lateral or cleanout is a check an Oakland, California, homeowner could miss. A sewer backup can cause costly damage at home, and a backwater valve may help prevent one.

Oakland, CA · 16h

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‘They’ll be charging for air next’: Golden Gate Park visitors balk at new parking fees

Every weekday, professional dogwalker Danny McCue loads clients’ canines into his truck and drives to the Beach Chalet Soccer Fields. It’s a perfect spot to walk the dogs: There’s plenty of space and no off-leash pets that might pester him or his furry wards. But a city...

San Francisco, CA · 2d

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SF data center boom may ‘crowd out’ city housing development

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — San Francisco officials said even one new data center has the potential to stall growth of new housing and commercial spaces because of trailing energy capacities. Mayor Daniel Laurie ordered the Tuesday report after the Board of Supervisors voted last month to pass a 45-day pause on data center production to […]

San Francisco, CA · 3d

Housing Wire

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Apartment rents diverge: San Francisco rises, the Sun Belt falls

RealPage reported a 1.7% year-over-year rise in October rents nationally, with the Bay Area posting the strongest gains and many Sun Belt and Florida markets still declining. Deliveries and absorption are nearing balance, and occupancy was 95%. AI Summary. America’s apartment landscape has become a tale of two opposing rent...

San Francisco, CA · 1d

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Regional: Planned Closure Of State Route 4 East Of Discovery Bay Rescheduled For Nov. 22

The planned closure of State Route 4 east of Discovery Bay has been postponed due to a stormy weather forecast, Caltrans officials announced Thursday. The full closure was originally scheduled for Sunday and is now expected to happen on Nov. 22 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Article continues below...

Discovery Bay, CA · 1d

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You’ll Fall In Love With The Retro Charm Of This Drive-Thru Dairy In California

There’s a drive-thru in Pleasanton, California that has absolutely nothing to do with burgers, fries, or anything you’d eat while steering with one knee. Meadowlark Dairy serves soft-serve ice cream through a window, and once you’ve experienced it, every other drive-thru in your life will feel like a letdown.

Pleasanton, CA · 3d

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Napa's New Riverside Park Pairs Public Access With Planned 46-Acre Wetlands Restoration

A new park at the end of South Jefferson Street in Napa is giving walkers a dirt trail along the Napa River while plans take shape to turn former vineyard land back into tidal wetlands. The Napa River Estuary Open Space Park is open to the public now, even as the larger restoration effort around it is still being planned and funded.

Napa, CA · 1d

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Oakley moves to ban all data centers, even tiny ones in homes

OAKLEY — Data centers of any size or regardless of what they are called, will no longer be allowed in the city. In a 3-1 vote, the Oakley City Council introduced an ordinance on Tuesday banning data centers in all zoning districts within the city. In addition to commercial...

Oakley, CA · 2d

SFGate

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Brentwood: City Seeks Residents To Fill Vacancies On 3 City Commissions

Brentwood is seeking residents to serve on three city commissions, with several positions available on panels that advise the City Council on arts, parks and recreation, and planning matters. In a statement Friday, city officials said they are accepting applications for positions on the Arts, Park and Recreation, and Planning...

Brentwood, CA · 1d

Pleasanton Weekly

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Pleasanton to replace 22,000 water meters at homes, businesses

Contractors with the city of Pleasanton will be replacing more than 22,000 water meters at homes and businesses starting this month as part of the city’s Water Meter Replacement Project. The project aims to improve aging infrastructure to ensure water customers are not paying more than they should be...

Pleasanton, CA · 2d

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Sandbag stations open 24/7 in Livermore for storm prep

Livermore has added three new sandbag stations this year to help residents prepare for the rainy season. There are now a total of seven self-service locations across the city, all of which are open 24/7. New locations this year include the Water Reclamation Plant at 101 W. Jack London Blvd. and the Zone 7 Water Agency buildings on College Avenue at Parkway Park and Hartford Avenue at Bluebell Drive.

Livermore, CA · 1d

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Popular Oakland nightclub to close; no reason given

OAKLAND, Calif. - A popular Oakland nightclub is closing abruptly at the end of the month. Crybaby, located on Telegraph Avenue across from the Fox Theater, announced Tuesday on social media that its doors will soon close. The post did not give a reason why. "Crybaby is closing its doors...

Oakland, CA · 3d

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City of Napa to Launch New GIS Hub at Napa County GIS Day 2026

The City of Napa invites residents to explore the power of mapping technology and discover new ways to access public information during Napa County GIS Day 2026, taking place Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at the Napa County Library. GIS Day is an international event dedicated to educating, inspiring, and demonstrating...

Napa, CA · 1d

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Richmond-San Rafael Bridge set for temporary westbound closure as Caltrans works on upgrades

The overnight shutdown is part of a larger effort to modernize the bridge, including a new cashless tolling system and a potential redesign of its westbound lanes. Drivers who use the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge should prepare for construction-related closures this weekend as Caltrans works on several projects to modernize the Bay Area crossing. Westbound Interstate […]

San Francisco Bay Area, CA · 1d