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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

Quarter of women fleeing abuse unable to secure suitable refuge vacancy

Despite repeated efforts, almost one in four women fleeing abuse are unable to find refuge due to a lack of available spaces, exacerbating their situation.
UK news
#ai
fromForbes
7 hours ago

How Did Andrew Cuomo Get So Rich?

"When you grow up in Queens, you grow up middle class. You grow up part of a working family. We're not rich in Queens, but that's okay."
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
14 hours ago

The Political Class Is Responsible for the Man They're Trying to Stop

The frantic, all-out effort to disqualify Zohran Mamdani in the closing days of the Democratic primary betrays a lack of serious planning by New York's political and economic elites.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Scottish government given deadline to implement ruling on biological sex

The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the legal definition of a woman in the Equality Act 2010 does not include transgender women with certificates.
UK politics
#climate-change
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

I'm Very Glad That New York Has Ranked-Choice Voting

Ranked-choice voting allows voters to express preferences without wasting their votes, fostering a more representative electoral process.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Californians deserve clarity on what's driving skyrocketing insurance costs

California must develop public catastrophe models to address the insurance market dysfunction caused by climate change.
fromFuncheap
5 days ago
San Francisco

Presentation: Climate Change is Fueling the Insurance Crisis. Who Should Pay?

NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

I'm Very Glad That New York Has Ranked-Choice Voting

Ranked-choice voting allows voters to express preferences without wasting their votes, fostering a more representative electoral process.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Californians deserve clarity on what's driving skyrocketing insurance costs

California must develop public catastrophe models to address the insurance market dysfunction caused by climate change.
fromFuncheap
5 days ago
San Francisco

Presentation: Climate Change is Fueling the Insurance Crisis. Who Should Pay?

#artificial-intelligence
#epa
SF politics
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago

As EPA Rolls Back Regulations on 4 PFAS, Thousands More Remain Unregulated

EPA's reconsideration of PFAS limits raises concerns about public health protections and corporate influence.
SF politics
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago

As EPA Rolls Back Regulations on 4 PFAS, Thousands More Remain Unregulated

EPA's reconsideration of PFAS limits raises concerns about public health protections and corporate influence.
#homelessness
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California struggles with defining responsibility for addressing homelessness amid widespread public support for action.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Mayors of California's largest cities warn that funding loss will set back homelessness progress

Continuing state funding is essential to combat homelessness and sustain progress made in addressing the crisis.
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

An Aging Homeless Population Amidst A Push by Newsom to Ban Encampments | KQED

California's Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants is under federal investigation.
Governor Newsom has introduced a model ordinance for cities to ban homeless encampments.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Here's a look at controversial San Jose shelter plan for unhoused ahead of next week's budget vote

San Jose is set to vote on a controversial initiative aimed at addressing homelessness by enforcing shelter acceptance.
fromKqed
1 week ago
San Francisco

San Jose Council Approves Mahan's Shelter Enforcement Plan | KQED

San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California struggles with defining responsibility for addressing homelessness amid widespread public support for action.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Mayors of California's largest cities warn that funding loss will set back homelessness progress

Continuing state funding is essential to combat homelessness and sustain progress made in addressing the crisis.
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

An Aging Homeless Population Amidst A Push by Newsom to Ban Encampments | KQED

California's Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants is under federal investigation.
Governor Newsom has introduced a model ordinance for cities to ban homeless encampments.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Here's a look at controversial San Jose shelter plan for unhoused ahead of next week's budget vote

San Jose is set to vote on a controversial initiative aimed at addressing homelessness by enforcing shelter acceptance.
fromKqed
1 week ago
San Francisco

San Jose Council Approves Mahan's Shelter Enforcement Plan | KQED

#trump-administration
fromCbsnews
6 days ago
Healthcare

GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid. Some experts say it won't work.

fromCbsnews
6 days ago
Healthcare

GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid. Some experts say it won't work.

#local-government
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Council boss calls MP asylum comment inflammatory

Council leader disputes MP's claims about asylum seekers, calling them misleading and inflammatory.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Council boss calls MP asylum comment inflammatory

Council leader disputes MP's claims about asylum seekers, calling them misleading and inflammatory.
#spending-review
#government-spending
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Labour had the chance to finally kill off HS2. Instead, it's throwing more money into the pit | Simon Jenkins

HS2's funding and cost challenges have been largely ignored in public discussions about government spending.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Poor mental health as child limits capacity to work in later life, study finds

Children in Britain with serious mental health conditions are significantly more likely to face limited work capability in adulthood.
The report calls for enhanced funding and preventive measures in children's health.
#journalism
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
1 week ago

Man 'furious' after being fined 160 for parking outside own driveway

I feel the council's policy is a money-making scheme rather than a genuine bid to crack down on illegal parking. The logic behind it does not make sense.
London politics
#government-efficiency
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago
Online Community Development

Civic tech leaders worry DOGE is 'tarnishing' its tools to improve government

fromNextgov.com
1 week ago
Online Community Development

Civic tech leaders worry DOGE is 'tarnishing' its tools to improve government

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

After Google, Meta loses public policy head in India | TechCrunch

"Having helped build some of the systems and processes, I do feel it is a good time to let the engine and the team work on their own. As my next journey begins, I want to recognize the work of my team, which is the best in business and one of the reasons why this is such a difficult decision for me."
Marketing tech
#legislation
#mental-health
NYC politics
fromCity Journal
3 weeks ago

New York City Subways: How the Next Mayor Can Make Them Safer

Subway safety requires a steady police presence and transparent policing data, moving away from overtime reliance.
Current subway crime trends underscore the need for effective safety measures.
Adams's strategy combines police presence with mental health support to tackle subway crime.
fromDefector
2 weeks ago
Online Community Development

An Interview With A Terminated Analyst At The Substance Abuse And Mental Health Administration | Defector

NYC politics
fromCity Journal
3 weeks ago

New York City Subways: How the Next Mayor Can Make Them Safer

Subway safety requires a steady police presence and transparent policing data, moving away from overtime reliance.
Current subway crime trends underscore the need for effective safety measures.
Adams's strategy combines police presence with mental health support to tackle subway crime.
fromDefector
2 weeks ago
Online Community Development

An Interview With A Terminated Analyst At The Substance Abuse And Mental Health Administration | Defector

fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Fly-tipper caught dumping bed by London roadside is fined 4,600

Brent Council emphasizes its zero-tolerance stance on fly-tipping, evidenced by a significant increase in fines and surveillance efforts to deter offenders.
London politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

He led George W. Bush's PEPFAR program to stop AIDS. Now he fears for its future

PEPFAR has played a crucial role in significantly reducing HIV/AIDS in Namibia over the past two decades.
Music
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth Is No Match for the LGBTQ+ Community

The renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk highlights ongoing tensions regarding LGBTQ representation and military policies.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Mountain View could ban e-cigarettes and flavored tobacco sales - San Jose Spotlight

The goal is to combat teen nicotine use, with the City Council aiming for a citywide ban on flavored tobacco and e-cigarettes.
SF parents
#transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Mission District

Revealed: MTC Canceled Bridge Bike Lane Meetings Because Staff Findings Showed it Should Stay Open - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Mission District

Revealed: MTC Canceled Bridge Bike Lane Meetings Because Staff Findings Showed it Should Stay Open - Streetsblog San Francisco

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor's Race: Speaker Adams goes live with first TV ad pitching her as the no drama' candidate | amNewYork

Adrienne Adams releases her first TV ad promoting her campaign just before the June 24 Democratic mayoral primary.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Campaigners fight to save tree facing axe again

"It feels like the tree is still the fall guy in this situation and it is just morally, ethically, environmentally wrong."
London politics
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Thinking About Think Tanks and New York City Politics | amNewYork

The merger of the 5Boro Institute and Citizens Union reflects the changing landscape of policy-making organizations in NYC.
fromCornell Chronicle
3 weeks ago

U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne '95, Brooks School dean to discuss policy at Reunion | Cornell Chronicle

"We're so pleased to welcome back Congresswoman Van Duyne for what I think will be a really thought-provoking conversation about the role of politics and policy in public life."
US politics
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Op-ed | Congestion pricing works, and NYC is not going back | amNewYork

Congestion pricing in Manhattan has drastically improved traffic conditions and is generating significant revenue for transit improvements.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

How much wealth have Californians amassed?

The disparity in wealth distribution in California highlights a troubling reality, where the top earners' net worth surges to 100 times that of the bottom households.
Silicon Valley real estate
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Treat social housing as critical infrastructure to unlock billions, says Peabody boss

Social housing should be classified as critical national infrastructure to secure billions in funding for investment.
Current spending on social housing prioritizes subsidies over building, straining the housing system.
Cannabis
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Pardons Are A Priority Over Marijuana Rescheduling

Pardons for financial crimes highlight the inconsistency in American justice regarding marijuana access for medical patients.
#california
#education
NYC politics
fromFox News
1 month ago

NYC Mayor Adams calls out 'anti-Jewish' and 'anti-American' hate on college campuses

New York City Mayor Eric Adams introduced a plan to combat rising antisemitism on college campuses and public schools.
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
Mission District

Thursday Morning What's Up: That Square Corner Store' Has Opened in the Former Lucca Ravioli

NYC politics
fromFox News
1 month ago

NYC Mayor Adams calls out 'anti-Jewish' and 'anti-American' hate on college campuses

New York City Mayor Eric Adams introduced a plan to combat rising antisemitism on college campuses and public schools.
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
Mission District

Thursday Morning What's Up: That Square Corner Store' Has Opened in the Former Lucca Ravioli

#safety
NYC politics
fromNewsmax
1 month ago

NY Post: Crime in AOC's District Has Skyrocketed Since She Took Office

Crime in Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's district has surged by 70% since she took office, raising safety concerns among residents.
NYC politics
fromNewsmax
1 month ago

NY Post: Crime in AOC's District Has Skyrocketed Since She Took Office

Crime in Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's district has surged by 70% since she took office, raising safety concerns among residents.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Speed limits of 10mph would reduce road deaths, charity report finds

The report explained that reducing speed limits on roads surrounding schools, hospitals, and in areas of major events could significantly reduce road accidents.
UK news
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Manhattan Institute opposes NAR commission lawsuit settlement

The MI filing raises concerns about the NAR settlement's overreach, asserting it circumvents legislative authority and imposes structural reforms on real estate without proper deliberation.
Intellectual property law
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Publish tax returns to flush out dodgers | Brief letters

Public disclosure of tax returns could expose tax evasion among the wealthy.
The ongoing debate about welfare cuts frames economic measures against their social impact.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sure Start centres saved UK government 2 for every 1 spent, study finds

Sure Start children's centres generated significant savings, proving cost-effective and beneficial for long-term health and education outcomes in early childhood services.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Activists ask SF mayor to recommit to expired Vision Zero policy after 6 pedestrian deaths this year

Activists urge San Francisco's Mayor to reinstate the Vision Zero traffic safety policy to reduce pedestrian fatalities.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: Newsom's budget cuts anger allies, but leaves chronic deficit unresolved

Gov. Newsom's revised budget has provoked significant backlash from various Democratic allied groups due to proposed cuts affecting vulnerable populations.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose relaxes drinking rules in entertainment zones - San Jose Spotlight

"We're piloting and focusing on downtown to learn, and then we'll be able to expand it out to other areas," Mayor Matt Mahan told San José Spotlight.
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

What's the goal of ending the Fannie and Freddie conservatorship?

"We question this fascination and obsession with releasing the GSEs in the first place because we don't understand what objectives it would actually achieve from a policymaker perspective."
SF politics
Information security
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Dragos policy executive to be CISA's chief of legislative affairs

Kate Diemidio has been appointed as the legislative affairs chief of CISA, focusing on cybersecurity policies and information-sharing initiatives.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

NYC to Shut Down Its Asylum Application Help Center Due to Lack of Funds

New York City closes its Asylum Application Help Center due to funding gaps, limiting support for thousands of asylum seekers and migrants.
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