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The alienation of Gen Z: Luigi Mangione, dark humor and a generation seeking authenticity

by Evan Clarkson, for The Conversation August 23, 2026August 19, 2026

AFTER LUIGI MANGIONE was arrested in December 2024 in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the internet did what it often does: It turned something serious into a joke. Nearly two years later, on Aug. 14, 2026, Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges and admitted to shooting Thompson. He’s now contesting second-degree murder and related charges in New […]

‘Hook, hold, harvest, hide’: States make their case against Meta as trial opens in Oakland

by Thomas Hughes, Bay City News August 18, 2026August 19, 2026

Federal trial alleging Meta created harmful and addictive products set to begin Tuesday

by Thomas Hughes, Bay City News August 17, 2026August 17, 2026

California recruits teen tech council to help advise on state’s AI and technology decisions

by Vani Sanganeria, EdSource August 16, 2026August 14, 2026

California Currents

California may fine content creators who don’t disclose paid political posts

by Associated Press August 13, 2026August 14, 2026

Education Matters

Oakland Unified students return to school under new cellphone policy

by Gabe Agcaoili, Bay City News August 11, 2026August 11, 2026

California begins enforcing new transparency rules for AI-generated online content

by Thomas Hughes, Bay City News August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

Local News

Stockton auto shop owner defends servicing DHS van after social media backlash

OUSD goes cellphone-free: Students will be banned from using their devices on campus

by Lloyd B. Davis, Bay City News July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

A person browses clothing items on a display table in a retail store.

San Jose students say short-lived fashion fads cost them money and promote overconsumption

by Quinn Rickett, Mosaic Journalism June 21, 2026June 20, 2026

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