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#environmental-policy
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Wiener Introduces Legislation to Speed-Up Permitting for Major Transit Projects - Including High Speed Rail - Streetsblog California

Senator Wiener introduced SB 445 to streamline permitting processes for sustainable transit projects, enabling quicker construction and reducing project delays.
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

California Senate Bill takes aim at saving farm lands

Senator Cortese's bill aims to enhance funding for agricultural land preservation amid development pressures in the Bay Area.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

House votes to block California from banning the sale of new gasoline cars by 2035

The House voted to block California's rules on gasoline vehicle sales beyond 2035, igniting a significant environmental and political debate.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Wiener Introduces Legislation to Speed-Up Permitting for Major Transit Projects - Including High Speed Rail - Streetsblog California

Senator Wiener introduced SB 445 to streamline permitting processes for sustainable transit projects, enabling quicker construction and reducing project delays.
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

California Senate Bill takes aim at saving farm lands

Senator Cortese's bill aims to enhance funding for agricultural land preservation amid development pressures in the Bay Area.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

House votes to block California from banning the sale of new gasoline cars by 2035

The House voted to block California's rules on gasoline vehicle sales beyond 2035, igniting a significant environmental and political debate.
more#environmental-policy
#housing-policy
Mission District
fromKqed
1 month ago

A San Francisco Man's Housing Struggle After Relapse Put Him Back on the Streets | KQED

California proposes legislation to support sober housing programs by allowing funding for drug-free units and preventing eviction due to relapse.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

In a win for developers, council isn't supporting bill to rein-in Builder's Remedy

Mountain View City Council remains opposed to SB 457, which aims to manage the Builder's Remedy affecting housing plans.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Concord: Vacant Kmart site named one of the city's first targets in rezoning push to 1,000 new housing units

Concord is advancing its AFFH project to rezone neighborhoods, allowing for 1,000 new lower-income housing units by 2031.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Humpday Headlines: Animal Remains Found In Fremont Identified

A decapitated sheep found in Fremont is identified as a Dorper, with no signs of foul play.
California's SB 79 aims to boost housing near transit stops by allowing taller buildings.
Carlos Santana was hospitalized after collapsing before a concert in San Antonio.
Widespread rain may hit the Bay Area after a dry and sunny April.
Mission District
fromKqed
1 month ago

A San Francisco Man's Housing Struggle After Relapse Put Him Back on the Streets | KQED

California proposes legislation to support sober housing programs by allowing funding for drug-free units and preventing eviction due to relapse.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

In a win for developers, council isn't supporting bill to rein-in Builder's Remedy

Mountain View City Council remains opposed to SB 457, which aims to manage the Builder's Remedy affecting housing plans.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Concord: Vacant Kmart site named one of the city's first targets in rezoning push to 1,000 new housing units

Concord is advancing its AFFH project to rezone neighborhoods, allowing for 1,000 new lower-income housing units by 2031.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Humpday Headlines: Animal Remains Found In Fremont Identified

A decapitated sheep found in Fremont is identified as a Dorper, with no signs of foul play.
California's SB 79 aims to boost housing near transit stops by allowing taller buildings.
Carlos Santana was hospitalized after collapsing before a concert in San Antonio.
Widespread rain may hit the Bay Area after a dry and sunny April.
more#housing-policy
#mental-health
fromSacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
SF parents

Social media warning label bill moves forward in California legislature

California's AB 56 proposes mandatory black box warnings on social media to address mental health concerns among youth.
fromKqed
4 months ago
Healthcare

California Almost Legalized Psychedelics. Now, Supporters are Looking for a Good Test Case | KQED

California's legislative proposal on psychedelics will likely focus on providing access to veterans with PTSD through narrower, pilot programs.
fromSacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
SF parents

Social media warning label bill moves forward in California legislature

California's AB 56 proposes mandatory black box warnings on social media to address mental health concerns among youth.
fromKqed
4 months ago
Healthcare

California Almost Legalized Psychedelics. Now, Supporters are Looking for a Good Test Case | KQED

California's legislative proposal on psychedelics will likely focus on providing access to veterans with PTSD through narrower, pilot programs.
more#mental-health
fromElectric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Trump Administration Sued Over Tariffs, What E-Bikes For A College Student, What's The Deal With Frame Flex? | TWR Ep 27

The Sea Otter Classic showcased exciting new e-bikes and provided insights on industry trends and legislation affecting e-bike regulations.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
SF parents

Day Around The Bay: Officials Introduce Safe Haven Act Prohibiting ICE From California Schools Without A Warrant

California's Safe Haven Schools Act aims to protect students by limiting immigration officers' access to school campuses.
#traffic-safety
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
San Francisco

Speed Cameras: San Francisco Gets Them First. Whither the Other Six? - Streetsblog California

San Francisco is the first California city to install speed cameras for traffic safety.
fromFast Company
7 months ago
California

Big Auto helped kill America's best chance to curtail reckless speeding. But it's not over yet

Newsom's veto of SB 961 prevents California from becoming a leader in traffic safety by not mandating intelligent speed assist in new cars.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
California

SB 720 and What You Need to Know about Red Light Cameras - Streetsblog California

Running red lights presents serious dangers, evidenced by fatalities and injuries in California, and highlights the need for reform.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

Newsom Vetoes Bill Requiring Cars to Warn Speeding Drivers

Governor Newsom vetoed a bill requiring speed alert systems in new cars to combat rising traffic fatalities.
The bill's supporters sought to make California a leader in vehicle safety technology. The adoption of speed alert systems has been successful in Europe.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
San Francisco

Speed Cameras: San Francisco Gets Them First. Whither the Other Six? - Streetsblog California

San Francisco is the first California city to install speed cameras for traffic safety.
fromFast Company
7 months ago
California

Big Auto helped kill America's best chance to curtail reckless speeding. But it's not over yet

Newsom's veto of SB 961 prevents California from becoming a leader in traffic safety by not mandating intelligent speed assist in new cars.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
California

SB 720 and What You Need to Know about Red Light Cameras - Streetsblog California

Running red lights presents serious dangers, evidenced by fatalities and injuries in California, and highlights the need for reform.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

Newsom Vetoes Bill Requiring Cars to Warn Speeding Drivers

Governor Newsom vetoed a bill requiring speed alert systems in new cars to combat rising traffic fatalities.
The bill's supporters sought to make California a leader in vehicle safety technology. The adoption of speed alert systems has been successful in Europe.
more#traffic-safety
#real-estate
Miscellaneous
fromSan Jose Inside
5 months ago

CA Landlords Are Using AI To Raise Rents, San Jose and Others Are Pushing Back

Landlords using algorithmic pricing software significantly inflate rents, leading to federal probes and local legislative action against such practices in California.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA real estate

Tired of apartments with no fridges? California bill would require landlords to supply them

Legislation could require California landlords to provide refrigerators and stoves, addressing a growing concern for renters.
Miscellaneous
fromSan Jose Inside
5 months ago

CA Landlords Are Using AI To Raise Rents, San Jose and Others Are Pushing Back

Landlords using algorithmic pricing software significantly inflate rents, leading to federal probes and local legislative action against such practices in California.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA real estate

Tired of apartments with no fridges? California bill would require landlords to supply them

Legislation could require California landlords to provide refrigerators and stoves, addressing a growing concern for renters.
more#real-estate
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Battle over transgender athletes' participation in girls sports comes to California Capitol

California legislators are debating bills to restrict transgender athletes' participation in youth sports, reversing current protections aligned with gender identity.
fromMission Local
1 month ago
San Francisco

S.F. police a step closer to gaining powers against illegal street vending

Street vendors, led by Idalia Lopez, advocate for SB 276 to empower police against illegal vendors, aiming to ensure safety and protection for permitted vendors.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
NYC parents

Silicon Valley fast-food workers face parental rights violations - San Jose Spotlight

Fast-food workers in California are largely unaware of their parental rights, facing challenges such as financial instability and retaliation for taking necessary leave.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Mountain lions could be hazed' by pursuers with dogs under California proposal

California's new bill would allow hazing of mountain lions to enhance public safety against increasing threats.
Pets
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

Turkey vultures in California are testing positive for rat poison - High Country News

Anticoagulant rodenticides are causing significant harm to wildlife, indicating the ecological consequences of human pest control methods.
California
fromKqed
2 months ago

EV Sales Stall In California | KQED

The Hell's Kitchen Project is challenged by environmental lawsuits, emphasizing concerns over adequate reviews of its impact on regional resources.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

California Legislature passes $2.5 billion fire relief bill. Newsom expected to sign

California lawmakers approved $2.5 billion for wildfire recovery, but prevention funding remains a concern amidst ongoing climate change challenges.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Digital life

Baby food labels will reveal levels of lead, other heavy metals for first time under California law

California law requires monthly testing of baby foods for toxic heavy metals, providing transparency for parents about what they are feeding their children.
#artificial-intelligence
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

New California law prohibits using AI as basis to deny health insurance claims

California enacted Senate Bill 1120 to require human oversight in health insurance claim decisions, rejecting AI-only processes for coverage denials.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Triumphs, Trials, and Tangles From California's 2024 Legislative Session

California's 2024 legislative session saw key victories for digital rights, including the defeat of several bills that threatened privacy protections.
more#artificial-intelligence
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US news

California Laws That Go Into Effect in 2025

California strengthens penalties for serial shoplifting and property theft starting January 1, 2024 because of rising crime rates.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Ahead of second Trump term, California vows 'ironclad' abortion access

California lawmakers are reinforcing reproductive rights amid federal uncertainty as Trump returns, aiming for stronger protections against potential rollbacks.
#oil-industry
fromFast Company
6 months ago
California

How California's new gas law will aim to prevent price spikes

California implements law to stabilize gas prices amid industry criticism and concerns over refinery safety.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
California

Latest line: A good week for Stanford, a bad week for the Catholic Church

Stanford University's endowment reaches $37 billion, showcasing continued growth essential for program funding.
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles settles abuse lawsuits for $880 million, highlighting deep-rooted issues within the Church.
Governor Newsom's new bill aims to prevent gas price spikes amid refinery challenges.
fromFast Company
6 months ago
California

How California's new gas law will aim to prevent price spikes

California implements law to stabilize gas prices amid industry criticism and concerns over refinery safety.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
California

Latest line: A good week for Stanford, a bad week for the Catholic Church

Stanford University's endowment reaches $37 billion, showcasing continued growth essential for program funding.
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles settles abuse lawsuits for $880 million, highlighting deep-rooted issues within the Church.
Governor Newsom's new bill aims to prevent gas price spikes amid refinery challenges.
more#oil-industry
fromCallaborlaw
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

San Diego's New Fair Chance Ordinance

San Diego's Fair Chance Ordinance prohibits pre-job offer inquiries about criminal histories, enhancing fair hiring practices for applicants.
fromGameSpot
6 months ago
Video games

Steam Now Makes It Clearer What You're Really Buying

Steam clarifies that purchasing a game grants a license, not traditional ownership, in response to new California legislation.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

What is Prop 3? A look at CA measure aiming to protect marriage rights for all

Proposition 3 aims to enshrine the right to marry in California's constitution, addressing concerns about potential reversals of same-sex marriage legality.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago

California counties once took orphaned foster kids' survivor benefits. A new law, with local backing, bans the practice.

California's new law ensures foster youths receive their entitled survivor benefits, preventing counties from appropriating these funds for administrative costs.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

California bans universities from admitting students based on legacy'

California bans legacy admissions in universities, aiming for fairer and equitable college admissions regardless of family connections.
fromwww.sacbee.com
7 months ago
California

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs California bill banning captive audience,' anti-union work meetings

New law prohibits mandatory workplace meetings with political or religious messaging, protecting employees' rights.
Employers can be fined for coercing employees into attending captive audience meetings.
fromwww.ocregister.com
7 months ago
Medicine

Gov. Newsom signs California law banning medical debt from credit reports

California has enacted a law preventing medical debt from impacting consumer credit reports, adding to state-level protections against medical billing stress.
The legislation aims to alleviate the burdens of medical debt on individuals, particularly in terms of employment and housing opportunities.
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