Legislation Introduced to Restore, Protect San Francisco Bay

Identical bills focused on wetlands, habitat, water quality and erosion were introduced in both houses of Congress.

Stolen 400-Year-Old Treasured Books Seized in San Francisco Area, Returned to Italy

Italian authorities asked local authorities to investigate two volumes stolen from the Italian Historical National Library of Agriculture.

Metropolitan Transportation Commission Has a New Chairman

The commission of 21 members works to plan, finance and coordinate transportation in the nine-county Bay Area.

Bay Area Assemblyman Introduces Bill to Expand DUI Tests of Boaters

"California has some of the strictest DUI laws in the nation, but we need tough boating laws as well,” said Assemblymember Marc Levine.

County to Consider Three Major Milestones

Proposed goals include putting an end homelessness, improving foster care outcomes, and increasing childhood literacy.

Bay Area Groups Expect Ruling Blocking Immigration Actions to be Overturned

“We have every confidence the higher courts will overturn this decision," one Bay Area group says.

Obama Lands at SFO, Will Attend Cybersecurity Conference At Stanford

The president will visit the Peninsula on Friday for the conference and a business roundtable.

Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom Announces Run for Governor

The former San Francisco mayor says he's creating a committee to run for California Governor in 2018.

Obama Scheduled to Visit Bay Area Next Week

The president is scheduled to attend a fundraiser at a San Francisco residence on Feb. 13.

Good Idea? Calif. Legislators Move to Make Vaccines Mandatory Without Exemption

Two state legislators promised to introduce mandatory vaccines as Feinstein and Boxer urge the state to kill the personal belief exemption.

CA Attorney General Will Ask Appeals Court to Reinstate CA Ban on Foie Gras

One NorCal animal rights law organization called foie gras “a product of extreme animal cruelty.”

Gov. Brown Announces Partnership to Provide Money for Solar

Gov. Jerry Brown and U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro announced the project from the roof of Marlton Manor.

San Mateo County Votes to Increase Pay 10 Percent for In-Home Caregivers

County officials said they were glad Service Employees International Union (SEIU) accepted their last, best and final offer.

Developmental Disabilities Advocates Call For $500 Million In Increased State Funding

Social workers want cuts made during the 2008 recession be restored in Gov. Brown's budget.

South San Francisco CA: Java With Senator Jerry Hill Saturday

9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.

South San Francisco CA: Coffee With Kevin

January 23rd 2015

Attorney General Kamala Harris Eying Boxer's Senate Seat

The former district attorney of San Francisco says she'll be making a run for the U.S. Senate.

After Four Terms, Sen. Barbara Boxer Says She Won't Seek Re-election

Boxer has held public office since she was elected to the Marin County Board of Supervisors in 1976, where she was the board’s first woman.

San Mateo County Supervisors Name President

Carole Groom, who is from District 2, was elected to a second term as president on Tuesday.

No More Plastic Bags, Rubbers for Prisoners and Paid Sick Time: 15 New CA Laws in 2015

Here are 15 of the new laws that are going into effect this year.

New Law Improves Process For California Ballot Initiatives

Our state loves "measures," having voted on 360 since 1912. This update makes process more "voter friendly."

13 Bills By South San Francisco's State Senator Taking Effect Jan. 1

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.

New President of CPUC Appointed by Governor

Gov. Brown appointed Michael Picker to lead the embattled panel, which has recently dealt with allegations of corruption.

Caltrain Lowering the Cost of Some Fares

The changes go into effect Sunday.

Senator Hill Wants to Ban Certain Artificial Turf in Schools, Parks

Senator Jerry Hill says he's concerned about the risks associated with using recycled tires to create artificial turf.

Sen. Hill Introduces Bills on Privacy, Consumer Protection

Other bills cover the use of antibiotics in livestock, PGE and travel by public officials.

State Senator Jerry Hill Introduces New 2015 Bills

Summary of New Bills

State Slaps Tougher Insurance Requirements on Uber, Lyft

$1 million primary commercial insurance now required.

Covered California Enrollment Underway

Varying sign-up deadlines are in December and February.

5 Bond, Parcel Tax Measures Approved in San Mateo County

Complete unofficial election results here.

Incumbents Favored in Majority of San Mateo County Council Elections

Results from across San Mateo county were overall in favor of incumbents.

Unofficial Election Results For All San Mateo County Candidates

City Council races for Daly City, Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, Menlo Park & Pacifica. Town Council races for Atherton, Colma & Hillsborough.

Find Your Polling Place in South San Francisco

Simply enter your address in the box below to find your polling location.

Calif. Initiative Would Prevent Police Agencies from Deporting Illegal Immigrants

Signature gathering has begun.

County Still Needs Election Day Workers; Earn Up to $148

San Mateo County officials say they are still looking for election officers.

Tuesday is Last Day to Request to Vote by Mail

If you're planning on voting by mail for the Nov. 4 election, you better get on it!

State Task Force Takes Aim at Criminal Tax Evasion

"Criminal tax evasion damages legitimate businesses and imposes unfair costs on law-abiding citizens.”

How to Register to Vote in San Mateo County on Monday

It's the last day to get registered if you want to vote in the Nov. 4 election!

Opponents of Plastic Bag Ban Start Collecting Signatures to Overturn It

To be successful, the effort needs the signatures of 504,760 registered voters by Dec. 29 to qualify for the ballot.

State Sen. for South San Francisco Says 'Californians Should Rejoice' Over CPUC President's Departure

Sen. Jerry Hill, D-San Mateo, had scheduled a news conference for the same day calling for Peevey’s ousting.