In November, San Franciscans voted “Yes” on Proposition X, a measure that changes zoning laws and makes it harder for new housing and office construction to displace art spaces.
San Francisco’s Proposition X preserves arts spaces Read More »
California cannabis businesses that grow, manufacture, transport or sell marijuana products must obtain both a city and state license, while dealing with the difficulty of being in an industry that still remains federally illegal.
Marijuana apps – not plants – taking off while legal uncertainty persists Read More »
In Santa Clara County, the District Attorney’s Office decided that the new law should apply retroactively to cases that are currently being direct filed.
The week of the election, Reach and Teach, an independent bookstore, offering books focused on gender and sexual equality, saw sales double compared to the same week in November of last year.
San Mateo bookstore that celebrates diversity sees sales spike after Trump’s election Read More »
More than 400 San Jose residents and Mayor Sam Liccardo joined organizers in a peaceful “Love Trumps Hate” march following the presidential election.
San Jose residents stand up in “Love Trumps Hate” march Read More »
Students and teachers at East Palo Alto Phoenix Academy are grappling with uncertainty surrounding President-elect Trump’s statements about immigration and minority communities.
East Palo Alto students and teachers grapple with uncertainty following Trump’s election Read More »
Although Donald Trump’s proposals may or may not become actual policy, the rhetoric of his campaign has served as the impetus for dozens of reported acts of hate against Muslims — including here in the Bay Area.
Bay Area Muslims and non-Muslims band together in wake of Trump election Read More »
Two incumbents and one first-time candidate, Cecilia Taylor, are vying for two open seats on the Menlo Park City Council.
Cecilia Taylor vies for spot on Menlo Park City Council Read More »
Even if recreational marijuana is legalized in California, some supporters worry new regulations won’t stop the environmental damage caused by illegal marijuana farms that could continue to operate.
Proposition R would force the San Francisco Police Department to reassign 3 percent of officers to a “Neighborhood Crime Unit” once they are at full staffing.
San Franciscans to vote on police street crime unit Read More »
Until Jan. 1, 2017, taking a selfie of your ballot is still illegal in California.
Taking selfies with your ballot is illegal (for now) Read More »
Voters in Pacifica are being asked to decide if the city should be able to rezone an 86-acre parcel of oceanfront land to build a controversial mixed residential and commercial development.
Election measure over Pacifica zoning change divides voters Read More »
