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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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Pittsburg names 25-year department veteran Phil Galer as police chief; succeeds Albanese

Pittsburg names 25-year department veteran Phil Galer as police chief; succeeds Albanese

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News May 8, 2026
Half Moon Bay council approves lease for long-delayed farmworker housing project

Half Moon Bay council approves lease for long-delayed farmworker housing project

by Alise Maripuu, Bay City News May 7, 2026
Stanford healthy aging conference highlights purpose, connection and the power of play

Stanford healthy aging conference highlights purpose, connection and the power of play

by Susan Nash, Bay City News May 6, 2026
Two generations, one path: Chicago program sends students, parents to college together

Two generations, one path: Chicago program sends students, parents to college together

by Nandita Raghuram, Stanford Center on Longevity May 4, 2026
Sham hospice schemes are bilking Medicare — and harming California seniors

Sham hospice schemes are bilking Medicare — and harming California seniors

by Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters May 2, 2026
San Francisco police warn of jewelry theft scheme targeting seniors after arrests

San Francisco police warn of jewelry theft scheme targeting seniors after arrests

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News May 2, 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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What California governor hopefuls think should be done about homelessness

What California governor hopefuls think should be done about homelessness

by Marisa Kendall, CalMatters May 7, 2026
High-rise apartments in Campbell could replace closed restaurant

High-rise apartments in Campbell could replace closed restaurant

by Sofia Ruvalcaba, San José Spotlight May 6, 2026
Resident files lawsuit to stop Willow Glen housing project over sewer issues

Resident files lawsuit to stop Willow Glen housing project over sewer issues

by Keith Menconi, San Jose Spotlight May 6, 2026
San Francisco supervisors delay vote on drug-free housing legislation amid pushback

San Francisco supervisors delay vote on drug-free housing legislation amid pushback

by Alise Maripuu, Bay City News May 6, 2026May 6, 2026
‘People want this opportunity’: Haney bill revives push for sober housing support

‘People want this opportunity’: Haney bill revives push for sober housing support

by Thomas Hughes, Bay City News May 5, 2026
‘No more excuses’: Antioch moves ahead with homelessness plan despite recent setback

‘No more excuses’: Antioch moves ahead with homelessness plan despite recent setback

by Jayden Mckenzie, Contra Costa Youth Journalism May 5, 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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Pampered politics: Free diapers for newborns may be game-changer for struggling families

Pampered politics: Free diapers for newborns may be game-changer for struggling families

by Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News May 8, 2026
California public school attendance nears pre-pandemic levels despite enrollment drop

California public school attendance nears pre-pandemic levels despite enrollment drop

by Kate Rix, EdSource May 7, 2026
Silicon Valley business group urges halt to gas water heater ban ahead of key vote

Silicon Valley business group urges halt to gas water heater ban ahead of key vote

by Keith Menconi, San Jose Spotlight May 6, 2026
Cupertino merchants adjust to plastic bag ban expanding beyond grocery stores

Cupertino merchants adjust to plastic bag ban expanding beyond grocery stores

by Maryanne Casas-Perez, San Jose Spotlight May 4, 2026
Mountain View ‘boil water’ order remains as city plans ‘super chlorination’ treatment

Mountain View ‘boil water’ order remains as city plans ‘super chlorination’ treatment

by Katy St. Clair, Bay City News May 3, 2026May 4, 2026
Santa Clara County looks to fund Latino ‘health promoters’ permanently

Santa Clara County looks to fund Latino ‘health promoters’ permanently

by Brandon Pho, San Jose Spotlight May 3, 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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2 measures on June ballot would fund schools in Sebastopol, Santa Rosa

2 measures on June ballot would fund schools in Sebastopol, Santa Rosa

by Katy St. Clair, Bay City News May 8, 2026
San Joaquin County weighs spay-neuter law to help curb ‘out of control’ pet population
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San Joaquin County weighs spay-neuter law to help curb ‘out of control’ pet population

Supported by Bay City News Foundation by Chris Woodyard, Stocktonia May 8, 2026
Lytton Rancheria sues Vallejo over casino agreement, alleges CEQA violations

Lytton Rancheria sues Vallejo over casino agreement, alleges CEQA violations

by Roger Coryell, Bay City News May 7, 2026
Wildlife experts urge public not to disturb baby deer during ‘fawn-napping’ season

Wildlife experts urge public not to disturb baby deer during ‘fawn-napping’ season

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News May 7, 2026
Oakland couple hit with nearly $1M fine for cutting down 38 protected trees

Oakland couple hit with nearly $1M fine for cutting down 38 protected trees

by Kiley Russell, Bay City News May 7, 2026
Marin County District 1 supervisor candidates differ on flooding response, sea level rise

Marin County District 1 supervisor candidates differ on flooding response, sea level rise

by Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News May 6, 2026

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