Watchdog Groups Demand Halt to PG&E Rate Increase Over Deferred Infrastructure Spending
Consumer Watchdog and Every Fire Survivor Network have urged CPUC Commissioner Matthew Baker to withdraw support for a $456 million interim rate hike for PG&E, citing concerns about delayed infrastructure investments and the utility's duty to serve customers.
Scott Wiener wins Pelosi seat as Bay Area voters reject anti-development measures
Scott Wiener has secured Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat while key anti-development ballot measures in Menlo Park and Los Altos are set for defeat, signaling a pro-housing shift in the Bay Area.
California packaging law shifts focus to data as fee delays loom
California's SB 54 law is driving a major shift in how businesses must collect and report packaging data, with fee delays offering only temporary relief while compliance and data requirements remain in force.
Los Angeles faces new mayor as Bill Maher questions direction
Bill Maher reacted to the election of Nithya Raman as Los Angeles mayor, raising concerns about policy shifts and the city's political landscape.
California Democrats confront budget shortfall and rising costs after election
Santa Monica incumbents and renter protections lead in early election results
Xavier Becerra wins California governor race in historic milestone for Latino leadership
Berkeley Voters Back Infrastructure Bonds and Rent Protections as Public Bank Measure Faces Uncertainty
Redwood City rent control measure trails as San Pablo proposal advances
Early poll data shows Redwood City's Measure E on rent control is falling short, while San Pablo's Measure S appears headed for approval, highlighting contrasting local responses to tenant protections.
