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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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OpenAI Foundation partners with Bay Area institutions on $100M Alzheimer’s research

OpenAI Foundation partners with Bay Area institutions on $100M Alzheimer’s research

by Tanay Gokhale, Bay City News April 13, 2026April 13, 2026
‘A false front’: California agency fails to stop conservatorship abuses as complaints mount

‘A false front’: California agency fails to stop conservatorship abuses as complaints mount

by Byrhonda Lyons, CalMatters April 12, 2026
Doctors are adopting AI to take notes during visits — what to know about opting out

Doctors are adopting AI to take notes during visits — what to know about opting out

by KFF Health News April 11, 2026
Meet the Novato ‘Wonderlady’ who turns manuscripts into books — no magic required

Meet the Novato ‘Wonderlady’ who turns manuscripts into books — no magic required

by Woody Weingarten, Bay City News April 11, 2026April 11, 2026
From retired to rehired: Contra Costa County fire chief returns amid search for a successor

From retired to rehired: Contra Costa County fire chief returns amid search for a successor

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News April 9, 2026
Rod Diridon Sr., San Jose transit pioneer and Diridon Station namesake, dies at 87

Rod Diridon Sr., San Jose transit pioneer and Diridon Station namesake, dies at 87

by Pete Young, Bay City News April 6, 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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State housing law could reshape Campbell’s small city vibe with up to 40,000 new homes

State housing law could reshape Campbell’s small city vibe with up to 40,000 new homes

by Mike Langberg, San Jose Spotlight April 13, 2026
Mike Levine to head SF homelessness department, pledges to pursue funding

Mike Levine to head SF homelessness department, pledges to pursue funding

by Thomas Hughes, Bay City News April 12, 2026
Cupertino council declines to reconsider Mary Avenue Villas housing site amid lawsuit

Cupertino council declines to reconsider Mary Avenue Villas housing site amid lawsuit

by Maryanne Casas-Perez, San Jose Spotlight April 10, 2026
Santa Clara, Solano counties secure millions in new state homelessness funding

Santa Clara, Solano counties secure millions in new state homelessness funding

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News April 10, 2026
Bay Area airports react to DHS proposal to leverage customs against sanctuary cities

Bay Area airports react to DHS proposal to leverage customs against sanctuary cities

by Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News April 9, 2026
As homeless shelter expenses rise, San Jose looks for creative ways to rein in costs

As homeless shelter expenses rise, San Jose looks for creative ways to rein in costs

by Joyce Chu, San Jose Spotlight April 8, 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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E-scooter safety: Berkeley police stress care amid surging popularity of mobility devices

E-scooter safety: Berkeley police stress care amid surging popularity of mobility devices

by Nicole Tingson, Bay City News April 14, 2026
Santa Cruz County opens youth crisis unit offering 24-hour mental health support

Santa Cruz County opens youth crisis unit offering 24-hour mental health support

by Nicole Tingson, Bay City News April 14, 2026
San Jose faces legal pressure over police response to mental health crisis calls

San Jose faces legal pressure over police response to mental health crisis calls

by Keith Menconi, San Jose Spotlight April 14, 2026
Alameda County health providers partner to expand care at Hayward’s St. Rose Hospital

Alameda County health providers partner to expand care at Hayward’s St. Rose Hospital

by Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News April 11, 2026
Año Nuevo State Park elephant seal viewing to resume after avian flu cases wane

Año Nuevo State Park elephant seal viewing to resume after avian flu cases wane

by Thomas Hughes, Bay City News April 9, 2026
Community input sought for West Marin septic systems as county reviews standards

Community input sought for West Marin septic systems as county reviews standards

by Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News April 7, 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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Earth Day forum to explore climate solutions through business and policy in San Francisco

Earth Day forum to explore climate solutions through business and policy in San Francisco

by Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News April 13, 2026
Sunset Dunes marks first anniversary with 1.7M visits as debate over future continues

Sunset Dunes marks first anniversary with 1.7M visits as debate over future continues

by Alise Maripuu, Bay City News April 13, 2026
71-acre farm deal in Coyote Valley targets wildlife crossings, farmland preservation

71-acre farm deal in Coyote Valley targets wildlife crossings, farmland preservation

by Nicole Tingson, Bay City News April 13, 2026
$34M EPA loan to fund San Mateo County flood control, drainage upgrades

$34M EPA loan to fund San Mateo County flood control, drainage upgrades

by Nicole Tingson, Bay City News April 13, 2026
In Marin County, a guided hike traces how prescribed burns shape plant regrowth

In Marin County, a guided hike traces how prescribed burns shape plant regrowth

by George Alfaro, Bay City News April 10, 2026April 10, 2026
Marin County supervisors to weigh dissolving dormant Inverness flood control district

Marin County supervisors to weigh dissolving dormant Inverness flood control district

by Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News April 9, 2026

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