Public Policy Institute of California Archives

How has life in the Bay Area changed over the last 20 years? These stories straight from our Bay City News archives capture news of the day from 5, 10, and 20 years ago – as originally published at the time. Explore these history snapshots and ponder how today’s news compares to that of years […]

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THEN & NOW: May 7th news from 5, 10, and 20 years ago

Thousands of California students remain classified as English learners despite fluency

San Jose Mayor Mahan trails gubernatorial polls, but fares better in prediction markets

Bay Area cities, counties launch regional fund to aid families after ICE raids and detentions

Raw sewage, bursting pipes: Why community colleges are asking voters to foot the repairs

Central Valley struggles to produce college grads; key programs are turning that around

#SmartSolutions: Progressive Democrats say services, not penalties, will cut crime cases

San Mateo County leaders voice concerns on AT&T’s plan to discontinue landline service

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