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The Big Issues: Housing, Health, Environment and Aging

Aging & Longevity in the Bay Area

With California’s senior population expected to grow by two-thirds in the next two decades, one of the biggest questions is how prepared the state is to meet that challenge. Stay up to date with the latest stories regarding aging in the Bay Area.

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New California law gives Sonoma County more options for retiree pension increases

New California law gives Sonoma County more options for retiree pension increases

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News September 30, 2026
Becerra and Hilton offer dueling plans to tackle healthcare as affordability hits home

Becerra and Hilton offer dueling plans to tackle healthcare as affordability hits home

by Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters September 29, 2026September 30, 2026
Santa Clara County allots $2M for upgrades at unlicensed independent living homes

Santa Clara County allots $2M for upgrades at unlicensed independent living homes

by Joyce Chu, San Jose Spotlight September 28, 2026
Chinatown stands its ground: San Francisco’s iconic community resists cultural dilution

Chinatown stands its ground: San Francisco’s iconic community resists cultural dilution

by Kelcie Lee, Bay City News September 25, 2026
States follow Silicon Valley’s lead with rural health startups, embracing ‘fail fast’ model

States follow Silicon Valley’s lead with rural health startups, embracing ‘fail fast’ model

by Sarah Jane Tribble, KFF Health News September 18, 2026
Marin Senior Fair helps older adults find solutions to problems unique to their age

Marin Senior Fair helps older adults find solutions to problems unique to their age

by Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News September 17, 2026

Housing & Homelessness

Housing and homelessness are acute challenges for the pricey Bay Area. Our coverage touches on the affordability issues that make finding shelter such a complicated problem for so many.

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Marin County gala to support trades training for Golden Gate Village renovation project

Marin County gala to support trades training for Golden Gate Village renovation project

by Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News September 28, 2026
San Mateo County housing project to provide homes for local educators

San Mateo County housing project to provide homes for local educators

by Nicole Tingson, Bay City News September 28, 2026
Measure FF would eliminate real estate transfer tax loophole for foreclosed Oakland properties

Measure FF would eliminate real estate transfer tax loophole for foreclosed Oakland properties

by Kiley Russell, Bay City News September 27, 2026
Berkeley seeks public opinion on developers competing for Ashby BART housing project

Berkeley seeks public opinion on developers competing for Ashby BART housing project

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News September 26, 2026
Navy approval advances plans for 12,272 homes at former Concord weapons station

Navy approval advances plans for 12,272 homes at former Concord weapons station

by Dan McMenamin, Bay City News September 25, 2026
SF’s Prop I would direct high-value property tax revenue toward affordable housing

SF’s Prop I would direct high-value property tax revenue toward affordable housing

by Alise Maripuu, Bay City News September 25, 2026September 30, 2026

Public Health

Providing information to help you navigate all things health in the Bay Area. From navigating the latest public health news to updates on legislation affecting healthcare resources, we have what you need to stay informed and stay healthy.

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San Joaquin Valley needs more doctors. New medical schools are years away

San Joaquin Valley needs more doctors. New medical schools are years away

by Adam Echelman, CalMatters October 3, 2026
‘Can’t breathe’: As heat becomes extreme, inmates are increasingly threatened by heat

‘Can’t breathe’: As heat becomes extreme, inmates are increasingly threatened by heat

by Associated Press October 3, 2026
Santa Cruz County orders masks at nursing, infusion centers this winter

Santa Cruz County orders masks at nursing, infusion centers this winter

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News October 2, 2026
Invasive mosquito species reported in Discovery Bay

Invasive mosquito species reported in Discovery Bay

by Dan McMenamin, Bay City News October 2, 2026
Spare the Air alerts issued in Bay Area for Saturday, Sunday

Spare the Air alerts issued in Bay Area for Saturday, Sunday

by Dan McMenamin, Bay City News October 2, 2026
First flu-related death of season reported in San Francisco

First flu-related death of season reported in San Francisco

by Alise Maripuu, Bay City News October 1, 2026

Environment

From climate policy and conservation efforts to local wildlife, air quality, and access to open space- we bring you stories about how people, nature, and communities intersect in the Bay Area.

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Heat wave reaches 84 in Golden Gate Park for Hardly Strictly Bluegrass fans

Heat wave reaches 84 in Golden Gate Park for Hardly Strictly Bluegrass fans

by Pete Young, Bay City News October 3, 2026
Heat advisory is extended and now includes North Bay interior

Heat advisory is extended and now includes North Bay interior

by Pete Young, Bay City News October 3, 2026
Heat advisory issued this weekend in Bay Area with triple-digit temperatures in forecast

Heat advisory issued this weekend in Bay Area with triple-digit temperatures in forecast

by Dan McMenamin, Bay City News October 1, 2026
Sunset Boulevard recycled water irrigation project advances with $1M in state funding

Sunset Boulevard recycled water irrigation project advances with $1M in state funding

by Alise Maripuu, Bay City News October 1, 2026
‘Deeply, deeply my home’: Residents rally against offshore drilling at Big River Beach

‘Deeply, deeply my home’: Residents rally against offshore drilling at Big River Beach

by Staff, The Mendocino Voice September 30, 2026
Developer withdraws plans for controversial 24-hour truck stop on Vacaville ranchland

Developer withdraws plans for controversial 24-hour truck stop on Vacaville ranchland

by Griffin Jones, Bay City News September 29, 2026

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