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San Francisco’s Election: The Big Takeaway

San Francisco’s November 2026 election clearly demonstrated Mayor Lurie’s popularity. It also showed how billionaires can impact local elections. Particularly on measures like D, E and F that don’t directly impact voters economic-self interest. But the big takeaways from last week go deeper. First, it again confirmed...

San Francisco, CA · 1d
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Testimony: AG Bonta Visited Oakland Housing Company Connected to Alleged Bribery Scheme

A key witness in the federal corruption trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao testified Monday that California Attorney General Rob Bonta visited the showroom of a housing company that’s central to the alleged bribery scheme. The witness, Oakland political operative Mario Juarez, cofounded Evolutionary Homes with two defendants...

Oakland, CA · 14h
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Exclusive: Tech billionaire pledges ‘game-changing’ $100 million donation for S.F. parks

Mayor Daniel Lurie’s administration says it will be the largest contribution the city has ever received from a single donor.

San Francisco, CA · 23h

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SF guarantees eviction lawyers for tenants. Good luck getting one

As San Francisco rents skyrocket, evictions are spiking as well. In 2025, there were 3,600, the most in a decade. The number looks likely to jump even higher in 2026. This is stretching a city program meant to provide lawyers to tenants facing eviction to the breaking point. The Tenant Right to Counsel program promises to provide full-scope representation in every eviction but was designed to handle around 2,500 cases annually.

San Francisco, CA · 1d
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Japanese Delegates Explore Alameda As Possible Sister City

On Monday, November 2, a delegation from Hasuda City, Japan visited Alameda to explore establishing a sister city relationship. Among those present at the meeting were Hasuda City Mayor Kyoko Yamaguchi, Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft, and Alameda Sister City Association (ASCA) President Sarah Henry.

Alameda, CA · 1d

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SF Helps Residents Prepare For El Niño Flooding With ‘Sandbag Saturdays’ Giveaways

The city is distributing free sandbags on Saturdays through December 5 in neighborhoods prone to flooding ahead of a potentially record-setting El Niño winter, while residents can also pick them up year-round at Public Works. San Francisco Public Works held its first neighborhood sandbag giveaway at Marina Green over...

San Francisco, CA · 19h

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San Francisco’s Transit Advocate Army Celebrates Massive Victory

More than eighty Bay Area advocates descended on Mission Dolores Park on Saturday afternoon to enjoy sandwiches and cake, and to cheer as they celebrated last Tuesday’s Regional Transit Measure (RTM) victory. The sales-tax measure will raise $800 million every year to fund transit in San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, and San Mateo counties.

San Francisco, CA · 16h

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New housing project bolsters city’s vision for future of San Antonio

Palo Alto’s plan to transform a stretch of San Antonio Road into the city’s newest residential community received a boost Monday, when the City Council reviewed and largely supported a proposal to demolish three commercial buildings and construct a 200-apartment complex next to the Mountain View border. Located...

Oakland, CA · 10h

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SF got $7M to expand its innovation team. Lurie just fired most of it

Mayor Daniel Lurie’s administration has fired most of the people who work in an office it built with the largest contribution Bloomberg Philanthropies has ever made to a city innovation team — and it won’t say whether it has met the conditions attached to the $7 million grant.

San Francisco, CA · 2d

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Scott Wiener defeated Connie Chan in the general election for California's 11th Congressional District

Scott Wiener (D) defeated Connie Chan (D) in the general election for California's 11th Congressional District on Nov. 3, 2026. Click here for detailed results. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D), who was first elected in 1987, did not run for re-election. California's top-two primary system allowed two candidates from...

California · 15h

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California Flu Season Sees Early Surge As Health Officials Urge Vaccinations

Flu cases across California are climbing earlier than usual, prompting Bay Area doctors to urge immediate vaccination. The Bay Area News Group reports state health data shows over 21 percent of flu tests returned positive in late October, marking a unusually aggressive start to the season. Wastewater tracking indicates high...

California · 1d

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Pittsburg City Council Directs Staff to Open Fire Pits, More Work on Open Flame Ordinance

The Pittsburg City Council unanimously approved a motion to move forward with opening the new fire pits at Central Harbor Park while directing staff to revisit a proposed ordinance regulating open fires and barbecues in city parks and public spaces. At its Nov. 2 meeting, the Pittsburg City Council was...

Pittsburg, CA · 1d

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Antioch plumbers to ask before opening your slab

A wet floor in Antioch doesn’t tell you which pipe failed or whether the slab needs opening. We read the reviews and public records for 3 plumbers, then pulled out the questions worth asking before you agree to a repair.

Antioch, CA · 3d

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Update: Park District Seeks Feedback on Contra Loma Regional Park

The East Bay Regional Park District is asking the community to help plan what comes next at Contra Loma Regioal Park in the City of Antioch. The park district wants to know which swim and aquatic features are most important to the community, and what other recreational opportunities would improve your park experience and benefit the community. The survey is available through November 30, 2026.

Antioch, CA · 1d

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Contra Costa County Scholars Bring Holiday Magic to the Stage in The Urban Nutcracker

PITTSBURG, Calif. — A holiday classic gets a vibrant new twist as Aspire Youth Engagement Programs presents The Urban Nutcracker: A Modern Holiday Classic, December 11–12, 2026, at the California Theatre in downtown Pittsburg. Featuring a 125-member cast of Contra Costa County scholars in kindergarten through 12th grade,...

Contra Costa County, CA · 2d

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5 Best Restaurants in Berkeley, California You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Berkeley, California — a city where the hills tumble toward the bay, where the air is perfumed with eucalyptus and espresso, where every block is stitched with murals, bookstores, and the laughter of students, old-timers, and dreamers. Here, Craftsman bungalows lean into the future, co-ops and Victorians stand shoulder to shoulder, and the scent of sourdough and spice drifts through neighborhoods alive with possibility.

Berkeley, CA · 8d

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First flu-related death in Solano County reported

(FOX40.COM) — A 64-year-old is dead after contracting the flu, according to the Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division. “Flu still kills and we’re currently seeing high numbers of cases,” Dr. Cameron Kaiser, acting Solano County Health officer said. “Our thoughts go out to this person’s family and loved ones. Getting […]

Solano County, CA · 3d

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Solano Co.: Sheriff's Office Debuts 3 New Dogs In Expansion Of K-9 Unit

The Solano County Sheriff' Office welcomed three new dogs to its K-9 unit this month. The dogs were acquired through a donation from the Syar Foundation, a local, nonprofit grantmaking foundation. The foundation is named for C.M. "Tony" Syar, who founded the local construction materials company Syar Industries, and his wife, B.M. "Boots" Syar.

Solano County, CA · 1d

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Solano Co.: Returns Show Voters Soundly Reject Proposed Energy, Hotel Taxes

Two tax measures targeting energy and tourism in unincorporated Solano County appear to have failed in Tuesday's election, according to the latest returns from the Solano County Registrar of Voters. Article continues below this ad. As of Friday evening, Measure E, a proposed tax targeting wind energy fields, solar facilities...

Solano County, CA · 1d

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Aisha Wahab Wins Full Term in California’s 14th Congressional District After Rematch With Melissa Hernandez

HAYWARD, Calif. (Diya TV) — Democratic Rep. Aisha Wahab has won a full term representing California’s 14th Congressional District, defeating former Dublin Mayor Melissa Hernandez in a closely watched rematch that followed their August special election contest. Wahab first secured the seat in August to replace former Rep....

California · 1d