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SF politics

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

fromwww.latimes.com

California

Watch live: Gov. Gavin Newsom's final State of the State speech steeped in rosy view of California, his record as governor

California

How a proposed tax on California billionaires is dividing Democrats ahead of the midterms

fromThe Mercury News

California

Watch live: Gov. Gavin Newsom's final State of the State speech steeped in rosy view of California, his record as governor

California

Newsom's final State of the State speech steeped in rosy view of California, his record as governor

17 hours ago

'Revolution' or 'chaos': The massive stakes if a Republican becomes California governor

Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco represent contrasting Republican approaches in California's gubernatorial race, with potential for significant political change.

fromSlate Magazine

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

California Democrats face a dilemma with multiple candidates diluting their vote, risking a Republican lockout in the primary.

fromwww.latimes.com

California

Watch live: Gov. Gavin Newsom's final State of the State speech steeped in rosy view of California, his record as governor

California

How a proposed tax on California billionaires is dividing Democrats ahead of the midterms

fromThe Mercury News

California

Watch live: Gov. Gavin Newsom's final State of the State speech steeped in rosy view of California, his record as governor

California

Newsom's final State of the State speech steeped in rosy view of California, his record as governor

more#california-politics

East Bay real estate

State housing law could change Campbell's small city vibe - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell could add over 40,000 homes due to a new state law promoting housing near transit stations.

9 hours ago

The Debate for Keeping Diablo Canyon Open Past 2030 Is On. What Could It Mean for Your Bills? | KQED

Californians may be overpaying PG&E for Diablo Canyon's operation, with potential savings if the agreement is restructured.

5 hours ago

Karen Bass seeks City Council approval for $360-million affordable housing, using 'mansion tax' funding

Los Angeles plans to allocate over $360 million for affordable housing projects, funding 80 initiatives to create and repair over 4,000 housing units.

11 hours ago

California Candidate Offers Donors Money-Back Guarantee

Matt Mahan's campaign employs a unique fundraising strategy offering refunds if fundraising goals are not met before the primary election.

East Bay (California)

fromThe Oaklandside

7 hours ago

Oakland fired its Human Services director after just 5 months

Dr. Jason Lester was terminated from his role as head of Oakland's Human Services Department after five months due to conflicts with city officials.

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.

fromSacramento Bee

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.

fromCalifornia Post

7 hours ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.

fromSacramento Bee

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.

more#telework

#trump

Left-wing politics

Silicon Valley lawmakers want Trump removed under 25th Amendment - San Jose Spotlight

US politics

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

fromCalifornia Post

US politics

Trump tears into Gavin Newsom as California gov signs clean energy deal with the UK: 'His state has gone to hell'

Left-wing politics

Silicon Valley lawmakers want Trump removed under 25th Amendment - San Jose Spotlight

Trump's threats against Iran were followed by a ceasefire, prompting calls for his removal under the 25th Amendment from Silicon Valley lawmakers.

US politics

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.

fromCalifornia Post

US politics

Trump tears into Gavin Newsom as California gov signs clean energy deal with the UK: 'His state has gone to hell'

Meet the S.F. School Board Candidates: What is your #1 priority?

The San Francisco School Board election features incumbent Phil Kim facing challengers Virginia Cheung and Brandee Marckmann after a significant teachers' strike.

San Francisco

Alternative transportation

Calling It a 'Crisis Point,' DA Brooke Jenkins and Other City Leaders Call For Ceasefire Amid Spike In SF Homicides

San Francisco is experiencing a significant increase in homicides, with 14 reported this year compared to 4 at the same time last year.

fromStreetsblog California

fromStreetsblog California

Legislative Update: E-Bikes, Road Charge, Active Transportation, and More - Streetsblog California

California is considering several legislative measures related to transportation, including road usage charges and stricter DUI penalties.

Washington DC

fromEsquire

5 hours ago

So When Can We Call Wisconsin a Blue State?

Progressive candidates are gaining ground in traditionally Republican areas, as seen in recent elections in Wisconsin.

Media industry

60 Minutes Review of High-Speed Rail: A Lukewarm Look at the Project - Streetsblog California

CBS' 60 Minutes segment on high-speed rail in California lacked depth and sensationalism, failing to capture the project's progress and challenges.

fromAdvocate.com

13 hours ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia, known for their anti-LGBTQ+ views, were found to have participated in drag during high school, as revealed by newly unearthed photos.

LGBT

SF Has a New Homelessness 'Czar,' and He Comes to the Job From Massachusetts

Mike Levine has been appointed as the new director of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing in San Francisco.

fromMission Local

8 hours ago

S.F. supe Matt Dorsey says he'd have deserved being evicted for drug-use, as his legislation now proposes

New legislation in San Francisco aims to allow eviction from supportive housing solely for drug use, addressing high overdose rates in these facilities.

6 hours ago

Supes Reject Appeal to Legalize North Beach Mansion Illegally Converted From Four Units

The SF Board of Supervisors rejected an appeal to legalize an illegally converted single-family home from four rent-controlled units.

Mission District

SF Has a New Homelessness 'Czar,' and He Comes to the Job From Massachusetts

Mike Levine has been appointed as the new director of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing in San Francisco.

fromMission Local

8 hours ago

S.F. supe Matt Dorsey says he'd have deserved being evicted for drug-use, as his legislation now proposes

New legislation in San Francisco aims to allow eviction from supportive housing solely for drug use, addressing high overdose rates in these facilities.

6 hours ago

Supes Reject Appeal to Legalize North Beach Mansion Illegally Converted From Four Units

The SF Board of Supervisors rejected an appeal to legalize an illegally converted single-family home from four rent-controlled units.

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.

14 hours ago

California could get a 'super' El Nino. Here's what that means for the state

A potentially historic super El Niño may develop, bringing a wet winter to Southern California with increased risks of flooding and coastal erosion.

fromStreetsblog California

In Year with a Glut of E-Bike Legislation, Blakespear's Efforts to Define E-Bikes and Limit E-Motos Advances - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 aims to clarify e-bike definitions and regulate e-motos to enhance safety and accountability in the marketplace.

#homelessness

Mission District

San Francisco names new leader at Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing

'Abysmal': Trump's budget cites L.A. homelessness agency as he proposes housing cuts

Cuts to homeless services may increase street homelessness in Los Angeles.

California

Walters: Homelessness crisis remains one of Newsom's biggest political liabilities

Mission District

San Francisco names new leader at Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing

Mike Levine appointed as new executive director of San Francisco's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing amid rising homelessness and budget challenges.

'Abysmal': Trump's budget cites L.A. homelessness agency as he proposes housing cuts

Cuts to homeless services may increase street homelessness in Los Angeles.

California

Walters: Homelessness crisis remains one of Newsom's biggest political liabilities

more#homelessness

East Bay real estate

Owners keep thousands of San Diego homes vacant despite high rents. They could soon be taxed

San Diego plans to tax vacant homes to address housing shortages and raise funds for affordable housing.

#california

fromwww.housingwire.com

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.

Media industry

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.

22 hours ago

Millions of Californians still have money on inflation relief debit cards -- they expire April 30

Hundreds of thousands of Californians have not cashed $400 million in inflation relief debit cards, which will expire on April 30.

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.

60 Minutes Tackles CA's $125 Billion Train to Nowhere

California's high-speed rail project has faced significant delays and cost overruns, now estimated at $125 billion, with no tracks laid yet.

fromwww.housingwire.com

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.

Media industry

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.

22 hours ago

Millions of Californians still have money on inflation relief debit cards -- they expire April 30

Hundreds of thousands of Californians have not cashed $400 million in inflation relief debit cards, which will expire on April 30.

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.

60 Minutes Tackles CA's $125 Billion Train to Nowhere

California's high-speed rail project has faced significant delays and cost overruns, now estimated at $125 billion, with no tracks laid yet.

more#california

East Bay (California)

from48 hills

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.

#trump-endorsement

US Elections

Trump's Governor Endorsement Kills GOP's California Dream

US Elections

Trump's CA Endorsement Leaves Analysts Scratching Heads

Trump's Governor Endorsement Kills GOP's California Dream

Trump's endorsement of Steve Hilton may consolidate GOP support but jeopardizes his chances of winning the California gubernatorial race.

Trump's CA Endorsement Leaves Analysts Scratching Heads

Trump endorses Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state despite potential risks to Hilton's candidacy.

more#trump-endorsement

US politics

Commentary: Bondi and Noem were incompetent. But that's not the only reason they're gone

The purging of women from Trump's administration reflects a broader erosion of women's equality in the U.S.

8 hours ago

Sunnyvale joins other cities in approving ICE-free zones - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale City Council prohibits ICE from using city property for civil enforcement, aiming to protect immigrant communities.

17 hours ago

Inside California's audacious bid to build the world's deepest floating wind farm

Humboldt Bay is set to become a hub for floating offshore wind energy, crucial for California's carbon neutrality goals by 2045.

from48 hills

Supes reject illegal conversion that turned four rental units into one mansion - 48 hills

The Board of Supervisors rejected a proposal to legalize an illegal conversion of a four-unit building, preventing potential loss of rent-controlled housing.

Right-wing politics

2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom Weighs in on Foreign Policy to Build National Profile | KQED

Transitioning from state to national politics presents significant challenges for governors, especially those from California.

#california-gubernatorial-race

How Skyrocketing Housing Costs and Policy Choices Reshaped the Bay Area | KQED

Investment income in Silicon Valley is highly concentrated among higher-income households, exacerbating the wealth gap and high cost of living.

Trump Endorses Former Fox News Host to Replace Gavin Newsom as California Governor

Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for the 2026 California gubernatorial race, emphasizing his potential to improve the state.

How Democrats Can Avoid Disaster in the California Governor's Race

The California gubernatorial race shows a potential for two Republicans to face off, posing a significant threat to Democrats.

California

Skelton: Some Democratic candidates for California governor need to drop out

Trump Endorses Former Fox News Host to Replace Gavin Newsom as California Governor

Donald Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for the 2026 California gubernatorial race, emphasizing his potential to improve the state.

How Democrats Can Avoid Disaster in the California Governor's Race

The California gubernatorial race shows a potential for two Republicans to face off, posing a significant threat to Democrats.

more#california-gubernatorial-race

California

Skelton: Some Democratic candidates for California governor need to drop out

fromPadailypost

Health care sales tax campaign under investigation

The FPPC wants to know if county government funds were used on Measure A campaign mailers, following complaints from the Silicon Valley Taxpayers Association and Libertarian Party of Santa Clara County.

SF politics

fromFortune

13 hours ago

Data centers are destroying states' clean energy dreams | Fortune

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.

CA gubernatorial candidate Rep. Eric Swalwell denies 'false' accusations of inappropriate behavior

Eric Swalwell denies allegations of inappropriate behavior with female staffers ahead of California's primary election.

fromwww.theguardian.com

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

No candidate will be successful in a primary or win a general without Black voters, Smikle said, adding that the conference is a key step in Sharpton's endorsement process.

SF politics

fromSan Jose Inside

Here's a Look at the Tax Payments and Reported Incomes of Top Governor Candidates

Tom Steyer reported a total income of $39 million in 2024, surpassing all his major opponents combined.

5 days ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.

SF Supervisor Mahmood Introduces Ban on Uncertified Batteries Following Increase In Fires

San Francisco bans uncertified lithium-ion batteries to reduce fire risks and allows penalties for violations.

Day Around the Bay: SEIU Pulls Endorsement of Wiener Over Prop D

Kevin Epps was convicted in December of involuntary manslaughter for the 2016 shooting of his former brother-in-law and was sentenced to six years and eight months in prison. Judge Brian Ferrall decided against the maximum sentence of 11 years, despite prosecutors' requests for a longer term based on Epps' previous criminal record.

SF politics

fromMission Local

SEIU California un-endorses Scott Wiener for S.F. Congress for opposing CEO tax

SEIU California has withdrawn support for Scott Wiener due to his opposition to the Overpaid CEO Tax, endorsing Connie Chan instead.

fromSan Jose Inside

2 weeks ago

New Strategy to Prevent Homelessness Is Sweeping California

Preventing homelessness through proactive measures is more effective than solely addressing those already homeless.

SoMA residents file complaint with state, accusing SF of pushing unhoused resources to their area

Residents of SoMa are demanding state intervention due to the concentration of public health and unhoused services in their neighborhood.

SoMa Residents Demand More Housing, Redistribution of Shelters to Other Neighborhoods

Residents allege the city treats western SoMa as a poverty containment zone, seeking to decertify Lurie's upzoning plan due to restrictive zoning practices.

fromTruthout

CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities

California's prison reform focuses on expensive new facilities rather than effective rehabilitation, with minimal budget allocation for actual rehabilitation programs.

3 weeks ago

Fuel, energy prices raise the pressure as California officials take next steps on climate

California's cap-and-invest climate program faces opposition over concerns it could increase energy costs while tightening emissions caps and reducing free allowances to industrial facilities.

Real estate

New Laws Aim To Ease Housing Crunch In California | KQED

Investor purchases of vacant lots skyrocketed in California burn zones after 2025 wildfires, with many transactions by corporate buyers.

Newsom Bristles At Claim His Relentless Trump-Trashing Barrage Is Small' and Cringe'

Gavin Newsom actively engages in social media attacks against Donald Trump, emphasizing humor and the need to reflect Trump's absurdities.

fromThe Atlantic

US politics

Gavin Newsom's Record Is a Problem

fromThe New Yorker

California

Gavin Newsom Is Playing the Long Game

California

Commentary: Newsom offers a sunny view of California to combat Trump's darkness

California

Stephens: Will Newsom be the Democrats' next mistake?

1 week ago

Newsom Bristles At Claim His Relentless Trump-Trashing Barrage Is Small' and Cringe'

Gavin Newsom actively engages in social media attacks against Donald Trump, emphasizing humor and the need to reflect Trump's absurdities.

fromThe Atlantic

US politics

Gavin Newsom's Record Is a Problem

fromThe New Yorker

California

Gavin Newsom Is Playing the Long Game

California

Commentary: Newsom offers a sunny view of California to combat Trump's darkness

California

Stephens: Will Newsom be the Democrats' next mistake?

more#gavin-newsom

UK Energy Secretary Miliband stands by Gov Newsom climate deal after Trump backlash

I obviously don't agree with that because we were elected to stand up for the British national interest, Miliband said in an interview at the International Energy Agency ministerial meeting Wednesday.

World news

fromAxios

1 week ago

Exclusive: Obama urged Newsom on California's Prop 50 redistricting push

Obama's support for Prop 50 marks a shift towards a more confrontational Democratic strategy in response to Republican tactics.

fromAxios

1 week ago

Exclusive: Obama urged Newsom on California's Prop 50 redistricting push

Obama's support for Prop 50 marks a shift towards a more confrontational Democratic strategy in response to Republican tactics.

Newsom tells world leaders Trump's retreat on the environment will mean economic harm

Donald Trump is temporary. He'll be gone in three years,

US politics

California leaders speak out against Trump administration's repeal of historic EPA findings

The Trump Administration repealed the EPA's 2009 endangerment finding and revoked vehicle greenhouse-gas standards, undoing federal emissions rules and triggering legal and political challenges.

Democrats fear being locked out of the November governor's race. Could it lead to changes in California's top-two primary system?

California's top-two primary system risks shutting out Democrats from the gubernatorial general election if the party vote splits among eight candidates, potentially allowing two Republicans to advance.

fromwww.theguardian.com

California governor a loser', says Trump as state signs green energy deal with UK

Their agreement is aimed at deepening existing cooperation between the UK and California and creates a new framework to scale up clean energy technologies and enhance ties between businesses and researchers in Britain and the US state, which is effectively the world's fourth largest global economy. The UK and California will also share practical expertise on protecting biodiversity and building resilience amid extreme weather, Miliband's department announced on Monday.

US politics

fromDefector

Gavin Newsom Has Nothing To Offer | Defector

California's proposed 2026 Billionaire Tax Act would levy a one-time tax on billionaires above $1.1B (about 5%), raising revenue while facing opposition including Governor Newsom.

#california-budget

California

Newsom's Final Budget Disappoints Housing, Homeless Advocates | KQED

California

Newsom's Final Budget Disappoints Housing, Homeless Advocates | KQED

California

Newsom's Final Budget Disappoints Housing, Homeless Advocates | KQED

California

Newsom's Final Budget Disappoints Housing, Homeless Advocates | KQED

more#california-budget

Latest line: A good week for Gavin Newsom, a bad week for Karen Bass

California's new election map likely adds Democratic seats; LA mayor faces criticism over wildfire report alterations; Santa Clara gains Super Bowl-related attention and revenue.

fromenglish.elpais.com