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The California Coastal Commission approved new regulations limiting vacation rentals in Monterey County, including a ban on commercial rentals in Big Sur and Carmel Highlands. The rules aim to address concerns over the negative impacts of vacation rentals on neighborhoods and local housing. Under the regulations, commercial rentals will be capped at 4% of single-family homes in designated areas.
California's proposed congressional redistricting map reduces House Republican seats from nine to four, marking a significant political shift. The Secretary of State's Office set August 22 as the deadline for finalizing the map. In other news, Air Canada flight attendants went on strike, stranding over 100,000 travelers worldwide.
Participants will learn to create and print with photopolymer plates in an upcoming workshop on August 16, 2025. This session covers techniques for both relief and intaglio printing methods. The event is hosted by Mission Local, aimed at engaging local artists and enthusiasts.
California's mute swan population surged from 1,150 in 2022 to over 12,000 this spring, posing a significant threat to local wetlands. A legislative proposal aims to allow hunters to manage their numbers, drawing parallels to previous efforts against other invasive species. Supporters argue swift action is necessary to prevent further ecological damage.
Canada's government mandated Air Canada and its striking flight attendants to resume work and enter arbitration after a strike left over 100,000 travelers stranded during peak summer travel. The union's dispute centers on low wages, prompting flight cancellations and significant travel disruptions. Air Canada advises customers to avoid the airport unless they have confirmed alternate tickets.
BART will introduce a contactless payment method for commuters starting August 20, allowing users to pay with debit or credit cards. While the new system will enhance convenience, traditional Clipper cards will remain valid for transfers to other transit systems like Muni.
The White House announced a travel ban on visitors from Gaza, raising concerns for three children receiving medical treatment in the Bay Area. Critics argue the ban is a response to anti-Palestinian rhetoric and highlights ongoing discrimination against Palestinians. Local advocates vow to fight any efforts to send the children back prematurely.
The U.S. EPA will begin removing burnt batteries from the Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility in September, following a fire in January. Cleanup efforts will last approximately one year, with safety measures including an emergency response plan and air monitoring already in place.
California State University (CSU) faces a housing crisis, with many students, including Sofia Gonzalez, struggling to find affordable on-campus options. Over 11% of CSU students experience homelessness or housing insecurity, prompting the system to consider building more housing to accommodate growing demand. A proposed systemwide housing plan aims to house an additional 12,600 students by 2030.
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee and local leaders condemned President Trump’s criticism and threats to deploy the National Guard to cities like Oakland, which are led by Black mayors. They argued that Trump's rhetoric is rooted in racism and misrepresents crime rates, with Lee stating that Oakland has seen a 28 percent overall crime reduction in early 2025.