"California’s death penalty is not more effective in deterring crime than a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole.”
“The San Francisco Giants are proud to sign the brief because it speaks directly to our core values of equality and social justice for all."
Speak Out at Upcoming Board of Supervisors Hearing on Opting Out of Planned Toxic Pesticide Fogging which Effects Bees and You!
When filing, don't forget to claim the vehicle license fee you paid last year. So where to find it? ...
State Senator Jerry Hill says under the proposed legislation, all-volunteer fire departments wouldn't have to pay sales tax on fundraising.
Italian authorities asked local authorities to investigate two volumes stolen from the Italian Historical National Library of Agriculture.
Identical bills focused on wetlands, habitat, water quality and erosion were introduced in both houses of Congress.
Cortese, who ran in 2014 for SJ mayor, said he is "honored to be steering MTC during this time of tremendous challenge and opportunity."
"California has some of the strictest DUI laws in the nation, but we need tough boating laws as well,” said Assemblymember Marc Levine.
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“We have every confidence the higher courts will overturn this decision," one Bay Area group says.
The president will stay overnight in SF, then visit Palo Alto on Friday for the conference and a business roundtable.
The former San Francisco mayor says he's creating a committee to run for California Governor in 2018.
The matter will be discussed at the next City Council Meeting.
Cybersecurity policy will be on the agenda, along with a fundraiser.
Two state legislators promised to introduce mandatory vaccines as Feinstein and Boxer urge the state to kill the personal belief exemption.
Money will be used to do energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in low income housing.
Social workers want cuts made during the 2008 recession be restored in Gov. Brown's budget.
This news comes less than a week after Sen. Barbara Boxer said she is not seeking a fifth term.
The four-term, Democratic senator began her political career when first elected to the Marin County Board of Supervisors in 1976.
Here are 10 of the new statewide laws that are going into effect this year.
Our state loves "measures," having voted on 360 since 1912. This update makes process more "voter friendly."
Hundreds of new laws are set to take effect in California this week. Here is a collection authored by our local state senator, Jerry Hill.
The previous CPUC president is not seeking reappointment amid allegations of corruption and inappropriate communications with PG&E.
She will be the youngest and only African-American on the bench, and labeled “exceptionally well qualified.”
Turf may save water, but is it safe? Or are the chemical compounds causing cancer and other illnesses?
Waste less with creative alternatives.
Other bills cover the use of antibiotics in livestock, PGE and travel by public officials.
Hint: If your driver's license expires in January--get it renewed now.
Do you use our Parks, Trails, Open Space and Recreation? Help shape the future.
Legislation introduced in Sacramento would substantially increase paychecks.
Your ideas could become a reality! Submit proposals by Jan. 16.
The townhall call will be on Dec. 1 at 10 a.m.
California Attorney General Kamala Harris offers tips on how to avoid con artists.
If confirmed to the high court, Kruger would be one of four women and the only African-American serving on the panel.
Measure Q appears to have barely passed.
Palo Alto had 12 candidates for city council.
Includes unofficial results for city, school districts and open space measures countywide.
Mission of organizers: to recruit talented progressive women to run for open seats in the CA legislature.
The licenses must be available by Jan. 1, 2015.