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SF politics
fromMission Local
21 hours ago

S.F. unions pledge to fight 'every one' of layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie

Public sector unions oppose layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie, emphasizing the importance of city workers for San Francisco's recovery.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

SF Mayor Daniel Lurie cuts 127 city jobs as more layoffs loom

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced 127 layoffs due to a $1 billion budget deficit, aiming for economic recovery and responsible management of taxpayer dollars.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: SF Police Are Cracking Down on Scofflaw Cyclists

San Francisco police are intensifying enforcement against cyclists violating traffic laws, particularly in high-injury areas.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

127 SF City Workers Get Pink Slips, With Another Possible 370 to Go

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie initiated layoffs to address a $400 million budget deficit, affecting 127 workers across 18 departments.
#arson
Canada news
fromABC7 Chicago
15 hours ago

What we know about arson suspect in California warehouse fire

Chamel Abdulkarim is accused of starting a massive warehouse fire in Ontario, California, facing multiple felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago
Toronto startup

Terrifying video shows disgruntled employee start Ontario warehouse fire: 'All you had to do was pay us enough to live'

Canada news
fromABC7 Chicago
15 hours ago

What we know about arson suspect in California warehouse fire

Chamel Abdulkarim is accused of starting a massive warehouse fire in Ontario, California, facing multiple felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago
Toronto startup

Terrifying video shows disgruntled employee start Ontario warehouse fire: 'All you had to do was pay us enough to live'

#yolo-county
SF parents
fromsfist.com
17 hours ago

Seven Arrested, Including Three County Officials, In Connection With Deadly Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Yolo County sheriff's lieutenant and five others arrested for murder related to deadly fireworks explosion.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
17 hours ago

Seven Arrested, Including Three County Officials, In Connection With Deadly Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Yolo County sheriff's lieutenant and five others arrested for murder related to deadly fireworks explosion.
#minimum-wage
Silicon Valley food
fromTruthout
17 hours ago

California's $20 Fast Food Wage Hike Didn't Kill Jobs, New Study Finds

California's $20 fast food minimum wage did not reduce employment and improved workers' lives significantly.
Silicon Valley food
fromFox News
3 days ago

California's $20 minimum wage for fast food workers led to 'negative outcomes,' researchers say

California's minimum wage hike for fast food workers led to negative outcomes like automation, reduced work hours, and increased menu prices.
Silicon Valley food
fromTruthout
17 hours ago

California's $20 Fast Food Wage Hike Didn't Kill Jobs, New Study Finds

California's $20 fast food minimum wage did not reduce employment and improved workers' lives significantly.
Silicon Valley food
fromFox News
3 days ago

California's $20 minimum wage for fast food workers led to 'negative outcomes,' researchers say

California's minimum wage hike for fast food workers led to negative outcomes like automation, reduced work hours, and increased menu prices.
fromArs Technica
13 hours ago

Californians sue over AI tool that records doctor visits

The proposed class-action lawsuit states that the plaintiffs received medical care at various Sutter and MemorialCare facilities, where medical staff used Abridge AI to record conversations.
Healthcare
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Op-ed: San Jose must act as "Slavery Towers" workers wait for protection - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's failure to enforce worker protections has led to ongoing issues of labor trafficking and wage theft in construction.
#california
fromKqed
2 days ago
Public health

New Report Highlights Low Pay, Dangerous Working Conditions for Farmworkers | KQED

fromKqed
1 week ago
SF politics

Thousands of California Immigrant Drivers Face Delays After DMV License Revocations | KQED

Public health
fromKqed
2 days ago

New Report Highlights Low Pay, Dangerous Working Conditions for Farmworkers | KQED

Low wages for California farmworkers contribute to a public health crisis, impacting their health, families, and communities significantly.
Law
fromCard Player
1 day ago

California Cardrooms Seek To Delay New Blackjack Rules - Poker News

California cardrooms are suing to block new blackjack rules, claiming they will harm jobs and tax revenue.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

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.
SF politics
fromKqed
1 week ago

Thousands of California Immigrant Drivers Face Delays After DMV License Revocations | KQED

California's mass license revocation impacts Sikh asylum seekers, causing economic hardship and job loss amid new federal regulations on non-domiciled licenses.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
16 hours ago

For dozens displaced by West Berkeley apartment fire, it's been a week of loss and stress

Residents displaced by a fire in West Berkeley face deep loss, anxiety, and the challenge of rebuilding their lives amidst ongoing responsibilities.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

CSU professor acquitted of assaulting U.S. agents during immigration protest

A professor was acquitted of assaulting federal officers during a protest against an immigration raid, feeling a sense of responsibility to fight the charges.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
19 hours ago

SF leaders announce 1-day ceasefire to curb gun violence, hours before Mission shooting

San Francisco leaders called for a 24-hour ceasefire to address rising gun violence following a recent shooting incident.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
15 hours ago

LAUSD strike: Here is where negotiations stand

Three major unions representing 70,000 LAUSD employees are negotiating to prevent a strike that could shut down all schools.
#trump
fromKqed
4 days ago
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.
fromKqed
4 days ago
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.
US politics
fromKqed
4 days ago

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.
US politics
fromKqed
4 days ago

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.
#immigration
Washington DC
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Meta Cafeteria Workers Did What Execs Won't: Took on ICE and Won

Workers at a Meta café united to support a colleague's family member detained by immigration authorities, showcasing solidarity and activism in the tech industry.
US politics
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

Alameda County leaders oppose ICE jail in former Dublin women's prison

Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously opposes converting FCI Dublin into an immigration detention facility.
Washington DC
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Meta Cafeteria Workers Did What Execs Won't: Took on ICE and Won

Workers at a Meta café united to support a colleague's family member detained by immigration authorities, showcasing solidarity and activism in the tech industry.
US politics
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

Alameda County leaders oppose ICE jail in former Dublin women's prison

Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously opposes converting FCI Dublin into an immigration detention facility.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

SF officials question Blue Shield on why it denied claims of so many retired city employees

Retired San Francisco firefighter Ken Jones faced denied cancer treatment claims from Blue Shield, prompting city officials to investigate the insurer's practices.
Apple
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Apple is closing three US stores, including the first to unionize

Apple is permanently closing three retail stores, including its first unionized location, citing declining conditions at shopping centers.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Baltimore Security Guards On Strike

The union claims the company barred security guards from unionizing, alleging that workers who participated in unions were discriminated against and even fired.
Boston
#ice-shooting
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Man was shot at by ICE agents in Northern California before he tried to flee, attorney says

Carlos Iván Mendoza Hernández claims he was shot at by ICE agents before attempting to leave the scene.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Attorney speaking after man shot by ICE in Stanislaus County traffic stop

A man was shot by ICE agents during a traffic stop in Patterson, California, after allegedly using his vehicle as a weapon.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Man was shot at by ICE agents in Northern California before he tried to flee, attorney says

Carlos Iván Mendoza Hernández claims he was shot at by ICE agents before attempting to leave the scene.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Attorney speaking after man shot by ICE in Stanislaus County traffic stop

A man was shot by ICE agents during a traffic stop in Patterson, California, after allegedly using his vehicle as a weapon.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Silicon Valley farmworkers hit by federal wage cuts - San Jose Spotlight

The farmworkers who feed all of us should be able to also feed themselves and their families with the wages they make. Instead, this administration is unlawfully cutting their wages and transferring billions from workers to employers. We need to do what is right for our farmworkers and stop these wage cuts.
Agriculture
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

DOT reminds delivery apps they must give drivers protective equipment, get them to complete new safety course | amNewYork

Delivery apps must provide safety equipment and training for their workers to address rising safety concerns in New York City.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Anthropic Supply-Chain Risk Label Should Stay In Place, Appeals Court Says

Anthropic's supply-chain risk designation remains after a DC court ruling, conflicting with a previous San Francisco decision.
Atlanta Braves
fromDefector
2 days ago

What Is A Strike | Defector

The Automated Ball-Strike system defines the strike zone based on a batter's height, eliminating human ambiguity in calling strikes.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 days ago

ProPublica's union staged a 24-hour strike over AI, job protections - Poynter

ProPublica workers staged a strike over contract negotiations, focusing on protections against layoffs in an AI-driven industry.
#ice
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
US news

Northern California Man Shot By ICE Was Not Gang Member, Lawyer Says, Was Acquitted of Murder Charge In El Salvador

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

ICE agents in Northern California shoot man after he allegedly tries to run them over

ICE officers shot a murder suspect in California after he allegedly attempted to run over an officer with his vehicle.
US news
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Northern California Man Shot By ICE Was Not Gang Member, Lawyer Says, Was Acquitted of Murder Charge In El Salvador

ICE agents shot a Salvadoran man during a traffic stop, claiming he was a gang member wanted for murder, despite his acquittal years prior.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Remote teams
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Oracle cuts more than 700 jobs in California amid massive round of layoffs

Oracle laid off over 700 employees in California, part of a larger reduction affecting 30,000 workers globally.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Los Angeles Stadium workers urge FIFA to bar ICE from World Cup

Unite Here Local 11, which represents cooks, servers and bartenders at the Inglewood venue, said on Monday that the workers remain without a labour contract as the World Cup approaches.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Fair Work Agency's priorities criticised days before its launch

Sharon Graham, the general secretary of Unite, stated that the priorities showed the agency was in danger of being a dead duck before it even begins. For too long, workers have borne the brunt of disreputable employers who have had carte blanche.
UK politics
#telework
fromCalifornia Post
1 day ago
California

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
2 days ago
SF politics

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.
California
fromCalifornia Post
1 day 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.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
2 days ago

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.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

A baby uses 3,000 diapers a year. Why a state lawmaker wants parents to know how they're made

California may require diaper manufacturers to disclose all ingredients on packaging and online, enhancing transparency for parents.
SF politics
fromKqed
3 days ago

Countertop Fabricator Spends Big to Better Protect Workers | KQED

Crystalline silica from quartz is highly toxic, necessitating strict safety measures, while a proposed data center faces community opposition over environmental concerns.
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Immigrant truckers are enduring delays to get their driver's licenses back

Over 13,000 immigrant truckers await reinstatement of their commercial driver's licenses after a clerical error by the DMV, overseen by Judge Karin Schwartz.
Canada news
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Man Lights 1.2 Million Square Foot Warehouse on Fire for Not Paying Him Enough

Workers face stagnant wages while living costs rise, leading to extreme actions like arson in frustration.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Berkeley school district approves new contract with classified workers

The new contract covers July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, and was ratified by 99% of voting union members on March 23. The agreement includes a 3% retroactive raise for this school year, a 4% increase for next school year, and a one-time bonus of $600 to $1,000.
Education
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Colossal hospice scheme cost California millions, officials say amid intensifying Trump feud

Twenty-one individuals are charged in a hospice fraud scheme that defrauded California's medical system of $267 million.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

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.
Law
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Police corporal created AI porn from driver's license pics

A Pennsylvania state police corporal pleaded guilty to creating over 3,000 pornographic deepfakes and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Activists suing LAPD allege officer shot foam rounds at their groins at point-blank range

Three activists filed a lawsuit against LAPD for being shot with foam rounds at close range during a protest.
California
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Multiple people face charges, including murder, in California fireworks blast

Multiple individuals face murder charges related to a fireworks-warehouse explosion in California that resulted in seven fatalities and two injuries.
#los-angeles-schools
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Three unions unite in massive LAUSD strike threat: What's at stake for workers, families

Three unions in Los Angeles public schools unite for a strike to demand better contracts and higher pay.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Families, union workers bracing for a crippling, historic LAUSD strike in exactly one week

Los Angeles schools face a potential historic employee walkout involving three major unions, impacting 390,000 students and families' routines.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day 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.
#dhs
fromKqed
3 days ago
US news

Federal Immigration Officers Say They Shot Suspected Gang Member in Central California | KQED

fromsfist.com
3 days ago
SF politics

New DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin Threatens to Remove Customs From SFO, Other Sanctuary City Airports

US news
fromKqed
3 days ago

Federal Immigration Officers Say They Shot Suspected Gang Member in Central California | KQED

DHS officers opened fire to protect themselves, resulting in Mendoza being wounded and hospitalized.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

New DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin Threatens to Remove Customs From SFO, Other Sanctuary City Airports

Sanctuary cities may lose airport processing privileges if they don't cooperate with ICE and Border Patrol, according to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
Media industry
from48 hills
5 days ago

CBS workers win tentative contract - 48 hills

Writers and producers at CBS News reached a tentative agreement after a 24-hour walkout, addressing wage increases and toll reimbursements.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
14 hours ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
SF food
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

This State Has The Most Food Recalls In The US - Tasting Table

Food recalls have increased significantly, with California being the most affected state due to its large agricultural output.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

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.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Immigrant seniors are losing medicare coverage despite paying for it

Rosa María Carranza, who has dedicated over three decades to child development, faces disenrollment from Medicare due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which affects lawfully present immigrants.
East Bay (California)
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

San Jose workers want safeguards from AI - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's largest union demands safeguards for workers regarding the deployment of generative AI tools amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Canada news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Huge paper warehouse burns in Ontario, collapsing roof, forcing firefighters to retreat

A massive fire at a Kimberly Clark facility in Ontario led to a roof collapse and an operational retreat by firefighters.
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Person Injured After 100-Year-Old Russian Hill Elevator Falls Three Floors

The elevator fell multiple floors with someone inside and abruptly stopped when the emergency brakes were activated. While the brakes fortunately kept the elevator from crashing into the bottom of the elevator shaft, the sudden stop caused the person to sustain moderate to severe injuries.
San Francisco
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day 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.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Alameda County DA visits Union City Walmart to learn how store fights organized retail crime

Organized retail crime involves professional thieves stealing merchandise for profit, prompting stores like Walmart to enhance security measures.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

One injured after elevator plummets 3 floors in century-old SF building

"The adult patient sustained moderate to severe injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment," the department said in a news release.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

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
California
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Creepy secret spy cameras are found hidden outside California homes - as terrifying warning issued

Hidden spy cameras are being discovered outside homes in Los Angeles County, likely used by burglars to monitor homeowners.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

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
#occupational-health
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

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.
California
fromABC30 Fresno
3 days ago

ICE involved in shooting in Stanislaus County, officials confirm

ICE was involved in a shooting incident in Stanislaus County, with a suspect hospitalized and ongoing investigation.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Lithium battery fire inside Bay Area home kills one

San Jose fire officials warned that lithium-ion batteries are highly toxic when ablaze due to 'highly irritating gases' like carbon monoxide.
California
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

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.
California
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

California Cracks Down on Luxury Car Registration Loopholes

High auto insurance rates and taxes drive some citizens to creatively handle vehicle registration, often leading to ethically dubious practices.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

California residents want local governments to end contracts that let ICE train on their gun ranges

ICE training at an Escondido police range sparked community protests after Trump's immigration crackdown and fatal shootings by federal agents, with residents demanding the city end the decade-old arrangement.
fromCalifornia Peculiarities Employment Law Blog
2 months ago

Getting Ready for Gameday: California's Labor Commissioner vs. Employers

DLSE Investigations and Enforcement Employers doing business in California are well aware of the DLSE, aka the Labor Commissioner's Office, which, among other things, investigates wage and hour practices and adjudicates employees' wage theft claims. With Superbowl LX on our minds, we thought it appropriate to take a time out for a recap of the 2025 DLSE season's expansive impact on employers.
Law
Public health
fromBloomberglaw
2 months ago

Workplace Injuries Plunge After Enforcement, Culture Shift

US nonfatal workplace injuries fell to 2.5 million in 2024, the lowest since 2003, driven by fewer workplace illnesses and strengthened safety measures.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California union pushes work-from-home bill as Newsom calls state employees back to the office

A bill would require California state agencies to offer remote work whenever possible, justify in-person requirements, and report annual savings on a public dashboard.
Public health
fromKqed
2 months ago

As California Silicosis Cases Rise, Engineered Stone Industry Seeks Immunity in DC | KQED

Engineered quartz often contains over 90% crystalline silica; added resins make its dust more toxic, causing severe occupational silicosis cases and major lawsuits.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Labor unions urge Gov. Gavin Newsom, California lawmakers to rein in artificial intelligence

California labor unions urge Gov. Newsom to require human oversight of AI discipline, mandate 90-day notice for AI layoffs, and limit invasive workplace surveillance.
fromKqed
1 month ago

State Workers Push for Telework Options | KQED

Almost a quarter of adults in Humboldt County are enrolled in CalFresh. This puts the county at the 9th highest enrollment in California, up from 19th in 2014. About 14% of California residents use CalFresh, the state's version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. But usage in the far northern portion of the state is much higher, according to a report from the University of California, Davis.
California
#union-labor
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