Cynthia Cai
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Cynthia is a reporter based in the San Francisco Bay Area covering Northern California news.
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Oakland Police Chief, City’s 11th in 15 Years, Will Step Down in December
Chief Floyd Mitchell, tapped to serve as leader in May 2024, gave no reason for his decision. The mayor said crime has dropped on his watch.
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California’s Carpool Lane Perk for EV Drivers Ends; 60-Day Grace Period Starts
During the grace period, CHP officers will pull drivers over and inform them of the policy changes, but fines starting at $490 will begin on Dec. 1.
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Online Platforms Could Face $1 Million Fines for Hateful Content Under California Bill Pending Governor’s Signature
The bill faced mixed support in both chambers, and critics have said the bill could lead to censorship and government overreach.
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3.2 Million Inactive California Voters Removed Ahead of 2025 Special Election
Shiloh Marx, founder of the California Election Integrity Initiative, said clean voter rolls rebuild trust in the election process and save tax dollars.
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Bill to Require Transnational Repression Training for Law Enforcement Passes California Legislature
SB 509 would be first-of-its-kind legislation in California addressing human rights issues related to foreign threats.
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California Bill Seeks New Regulations for Self-Checkouts: Staffing, Signage, Item Limitations
In addition to staffing and signage, SB 442 also seeks to expand the types of items prohibited from being sold in the self-checkout area.
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5 Planned Parenthood Clinics Close in Northern California, Citing Funding
The closures include South San Francisco, San Mateo, Gilroy, Westside/Santa Cruz, and Madera.
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California Top Destination for Foreign Chinese Purchasing Residential Homes in US: NAR Study
China continues to see a slowdown in its own housing market, which began struggling in 2021.
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California Community Colleges Consider New Application Fee to Deter Scammers
The plan includes potential waivers for students who have financial hardship.
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Lawmakers Request Audits on California Bay Area Bridge Tolls, Fuel Regulations
Sen. Dave Cortese is asking for an audit on tolls, and Sen. Brian Jones is calling for one on fuel regulations.
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Oakland Police Chief, City’s 11th in 15 Years, Will Step Down in December
Chief Floyd Mitchell, tapped to serve as leader in May 2024, gave no reason for his decision. The mayor said crime has dropped on his watch.
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California’s Carpool Lane Perk for EV Drivers Ends; 60-Day Grace Period Starts
During the grace period, CHP officers will pull drivers over and inform them of the policy changes, but fines starting at $490 will begin on Dec. 1.
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Online Platforms Could Face $1 Million Fines for Hateful Content Under California Bill Pending Governor’s Signature
The bill faced mixed support in both chambers, and critics have said the bill could lead to censorship and government overreach.
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3.2 Million Inactive California Voters Removed Ahead of 2025 Special Election
Shiloh Marx, founder of the California Election Integrity Initiative, said clean voter rolls rebuild trust in the election process and save tax dollars.
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Bill to Require Transnational Repression Training for Law Enforcement Passes California Legislature
SB 509 would be first-of-its-kind legislation in California addressing human rights issues related to foreign threats.
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California Bill Seeks New Regulations for Self-Checkouts: Staffing, Signage, Item Limitations
In addition to staffing and signage, SB 442 also seeks to expand the types of items prohibited from being sold in the self-checkout area.
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5 Planned Parenthood Clinics Close in Northern California, Citing Funding
The closures include South San Francisco, San Mateo, Gilroy, Westside/Santa Cruz, and Madera.
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California Top Destination for Foreign Chinese Purchasing Residential Homes in US: NAR Study
China continues to see a slowdown in its own housing market, which began struggling in 2021.
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California Community Colleges Consider New Application Fee to Deter Scammers
The plan includes potential waivers for students who have financial hardship.
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Lawmakers Request Audits on California Bay Area Bridge Tolls, Fuel Regulations
Sen. Dave Cortese is asking for an audit on tolls, and Sen. Brian Jones is calling for one on fuel regulations.
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