Interim Alameda County District Attorney Royl Roberts Takes Helm Amid DA Recall, Vows Smooth Operations
Royl Roberts has become the interim district attorney of Alameda County following Pamela Price's recall. He aims to manage the DA's office effectively until a new DA is elected in November 2026, focusing on operations over courtroom prosecution.
Departing BART Director Debora Allen Gifts MAGA Hats in Controversial Farewell Gesture at Bay Area Meeting
Outgoing BART director Debora Allen gave her colleagues controversial "Make America Great Again" hats as a parting gesture, highlighting the transit system's financial issues and the need for bipartisan solutions.
Former Santa Clara Councilmember Anthony Becker Resigns After Perjury Conviction Related to Grand Jury Leak
Anthony Becker, former Santa Clara councilmember, resigned after being convicted of perjury and confidentiality violation, having lied to the grand jury and leaked a confidential report.
Contra Costa County Sets Inclusivity Benchmark by Eliminating Gender-Specific Language from Ordinance Code
Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has updated the County Ordinance Code to replace gender-specific pronouns with gender-neutral terms. This reflects commitment to inclusivity and aligns with the community's diverse identities.
Alameda County DA Pamela Price Leaves Office Amidst Recall, Supporters Pay Tribute
Pamela Price's term as Alameda County DA ends with a mix of celebration and gratitude, despite a recall where 63% voted against her. Her reforms drew controversy but also strong support from some community members.
San Francisco Slashes Yearly License Fees for Eateries and Nightspots, Saving Local Businesses $10M Annually
San Francisco's Board of Supervisors approved Mayor Breed's legislation to eliminate annual license fees for local restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, saving them $10 million yearly beginning in 2026.
Oakland Sets Course for New Mayor and District 2 Councilmember Selection, Bas Prepares for Alameda County Role
Oakland prepares for a leadership transition after final election results, with Councilmember Bas outlining a timeline for selecting a new mayor and councilmember. The plan aims to save costs by holding a special election in 2025.












