As ICE Custody Deaths Rise, State Bill Would Force Release of 911 Call Data
The bill comes as watchdog organizations and state officials point to documented cases of medical neglect and inhumane treatment within the state’s ICE facilities.
Steph Rodriguez
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Progressive Aisha Wahab Wins East Bay Special Election for Congress
Wahab will become the nation’s first Afghan American congressmember after winning the seat formerly held by Eric Swalwell.
Bay Area Lawmakers Raise Alarm Over Reported Conditions Aboard USS Lincoln
Four Bay Area representatives signed a letter demanding the Navy respond to reports of food shortages and mental health strain aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
Bay Area Lawmakers Call Meta’s Content Moderation ‘Inadequate’ Ahead of 2026 Midterms
AI makes it easier than ever to spread election misinformation. Lawmakers want to know what Meta plans to do about it.
After San Francisco Scooter Victim Identified, Advocates Call for Safer Market Street
Advocates seek safer Muni rail crossings and traffic changes as debate continues over Market Street access and downtown road safety.
OUSD Cellphone Ban for Students Takes Effect on the First Day of the School Year
A new California law means school districts must develop new policies prohibiting phone use during school days.
Inside the Fight for the Future of California’s Climate Dollars
Changes to the state’s cap-and-invest program could leave billions of dollars less for housing, transit or high-speed rail — forcing lawmakers to make tough spending choices.
California Lawmakers Fail to Fix Warning System for Teacher Misconduct — Again
California is set to launch a database for school support staff, such as bus drivers and janitors, with substantiated claims of egregious misconduct. Setting up a similar system for public school teachers, however, is proving more complicated.
