Gov. Brown Signs Bill Allowing Dogs in Outdoor Restaurants

"Bone-appétit," says Assemblymember Yamada, sponsor of the bill which becomes law in January.

CA Suicide Prevention Bill Heads to Governor's Desk

Assembly Bill 2198 Requires Suicide Prevention Training for Mental Health Professionals

East Bay Leaders Support Gun Violence Restraining Order Bill in Wake of UCSB Massacre

Assemblywoman Nancy Skinner says the bill is modeled on California’s domestic violence restraining order laws.

Voters to Decide on $7.5B Water Bond in November

The bond includes money for two new reservoirs. What do you think about the bond?

Bill to Reduce Cell Phone Robberies Step Closer to Becoming Law in California

The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.

Congressman Swalwell Hosting Veterans' Employment Roundtable

Veterans and service members are invited to participate on Aug. 8 at the Chabot College’s Campus Community Center in Hayward.

Congressman Swalwell Hosting Town Hall Meeting in San Ramon

The community is invited to the San Ramon Community Center at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Annual Period to Appeal Property Tax Bills is Underway

Taxpayers wishing to appeal the assessed value of their properties can do so by filing an Application for Changed Assessment in their county

BART Trains Resume Normal Service After Morning Delays

Equipment problems gave BART riders a slow start to the morning commute.

City Seeking Artists for 'Union City Utility Box Project'

Interested artists can contact the Union City Planning Division.

National Police Week to Be Recognized in Union City

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Union City Special Needs Program on Facebook, Twitter

The programs for youth and adults with special needs can now be followed on social media.

Union City Invites Residents to Swim This Spring

Register now for the city aquatics programs

Free Spring Concert Returns to Union City

The concert will be held on April 13 at the Ruggieri Senior Center

City Giving Away Compost, Hosting Electronic Waste Drop-Off

The event takes place on April 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tri-CED’s Recycling Center

Congressman Hosts 'Congress at Your Dog Park' in Union City

Rep. Eric Swalwell spoke with constituents about issues concerning furry four-legged companions

Congressman Honors Life of Union City Marine Killed by Suspected Drunken Driver

Congressman Eric Swalwell spoke to Congress about Marine Lance Corporal Andrew Silva

Union City Mayor Calls on Legislature to Enact Massage Therapy Business Law

The law would give local governments authority to regulate those establishments and better protect the public

26 East Bay Businesses Owe California Millions in Taxes

Some local businesses were named on the state's latest list of the "top 500 sales and use tax delinquencies," released Tuesday.

Why Was a Congressman Working as a Barista on Valentine's Day?

U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell was at DR. Beanz Coffee Bar on Feb. 14 selling lattes

BART Service Resumes After Ship Anchor Near Transbay Tube Causes Delay to East Bay

The 20 minute delay affected trains to San Francisco and the East Bay

Postage Increase Takes Effect

Stamps cost more, starting today. Here’s a rundown on the postage rate hike.

BART Board Votes to Collaborate with Shanghai Metro

Legislative Wrap-Up: Smart Growth, Rape Kit Tests, Bay Bridge Hearing

Some of the action involving East Bay legislators this past week in Washington and Sacramento

'Red Flag' Fire Warning in East Bay Hills

The National Weather Service Thursday issued a Red Flag Warning of critical fire hazards in the East Bay hills and other high elevations around the Bay Area.

Health Officials Report 7 New Flu Deaths on Wednesday

East Bay Politicians React To Governor's State of the State Speech

The legislators praise the governor's budget message and his plans for California's drought

Governor Declares Drought Emergency In California

Declaration calls for conservation and management of state's water resources

Legislative Wrap-Up: American-Made Flags, Education Reform, Prison Condoms

Some of the items involving East Bay legislators this week in Sacramento and Washington, D.C.

State Health Officials Confirm 7 Flu Deaths, 28 More Under Investigation

Legislative Wrap-Up: East Bay Leaders React To California Budget Plan

Assembly members and senators praise the governor's budget proposal for increasing spending for education and other programs while also reducing the state's debt

One Flu-Related Death Reported in Alameda County

Health officials urge local residents to get a flu vaccination if they haven't done so already.

CDC: Here Are Common Flu Symptoms

With increasing reports of H1N1 flu deaths, here are the symptoms of influenza from the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

New Alameda County Website Aims to Make Budget Easier to Understand

California Non-Profit Hopes to Combat Government Dysfunction

PleaseGovern.org is a new organization that's using technology to mobilize voters.

Parking Fees Will Rise at Many BART Stations This Month

Starting Jan. 13, it will cost $2 a day to park at the Fruitvale BART station, a 50-cent increase. Parking at the West Oakland station will rise to $6 a day in late January.

Sierra Snowpack at 20 Percent of Average, Reservoirs Well Below Capacity

Price of Stamps Going Up This Month

The temporary increase is supposed to generate new revenue to make up for big losses in 2008 and 2011.

BART Board Approves Tentative Agreement with Unions

The tentative agreement does not include a controversial family leave provision but does expand paid bereavement leave provisions to include more family members. BART union members will vote on the tentative agreement Friday and Jan. 13.