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Santa Clara County’s Measure A, a sales tax increase, passed with 57% voter support, but a rift has emerged among its proponents about fund allocation. District Attorney Jeff Rosen may investigate the county's proposed spending plan, which excludes law enforcement, raising concerns over potential misrepresentation to voters.
Contra Costa County has commenced a $12 million road resurfacing project to maintain roads in unincorporated towns, including Kensington and East Richmond Heights. The project, funded by gas tax revenues, faced challenges in effectively communicating road closures to residents, leading to frustration among local businesses and residents.
San Francisco supervisors halted sweeping amendments to the city's upzoning plan, likely marking the end of the proposals. Connie Chan, who authored many of the amendments, vowed to continue fighting for housing reform.
An anonymous Instagram account called “The Pseutro” has emerged in San Francisco, providing satirical takes on local politics. The account gained 361 followers within five days of launching, with content inspired by recent city events, including Mayor Daniel Lurie's administration struggles. Pseutro aims to engage residents and alleviate news fatigue through humor.
Mayor Daniel Lurie inaugurated the 100% affordable housing development at 383 Sixth Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Richmond, providing 98 homes for low-income and formerly homeless seniors. This initiative is part of Lurie's broader efforts to enhance housing affordability in the city, including the Family Zoning plan and multiple affordable housing projects across various neighborhoods.
Four Democratic candidates for California governor addressed critical health care issues at a recent UC Riverside forum, including medication affordability and mental health access. Candidates like Xavier Becerra and Tony Thurmond proposed various solutions to counteract impending federal cuts to health programs. Their discussions highlighted the need for systemic changes in California's health care financing.
Mendocino County's annual point-in-time homelessness count shows a decrease in the overall number of homeless individuals, dropping from 552 to 440 unsheltered people. However, the count reveals a concerning rise in chronic homelessness, with 267 individuals reported, up from 154 last year. The report highlights health issues as both a cause and consequence of homelessness.
Mayor Barbara Lee appointed James Beere as Oakland's interim chief of police following Chief Floyd Mitchell's departure. Beere, a veteran of the Oakland Police Department since 1997, aims to enhance public safety while the city begins the search for a permanent chief.
Laney College athletic director John Beam died Friday after being shot on campus, prompting widespread mourning in the Bay Area. The suspect, Cedric Irving Jr., was arrested soon after the incident, but police have not disclosed a motive. Beam was well-regarded for mentoring young athletes, including several who reached the NFL.
San Francisco launches the Homecoming Project, connecting formerly incarcerated individuals with landlords offering spare bedrooms. The program, which has successfully housed over 200 participants in other California counties, provides $50 daily stipends to hosts and aims to combat homelessness among this demographic.