Palo Alto Pol's Private Texts Sink Volunteer Over Gaza, Math Fight
Text messages released under the CPRA show Councilwoman Julie Lythcott‑Haims opposed a Human Relations Commission nominee over her views on Gaza and math acceleration, prompting questions about vetting.
Lurie Taps SFPD Insider Steven Betz To Helm SF’s Crime Crackdown
Mayor Daniel Lurie tapped Steven Betz, a longtime SFPD attorney and current assistant public safety chief, to lead a cross‑agency push on hiring and anti‑drug operations. The move ties enforcement and services under one coordinator.
North Coast Showdown as Huffman Probes Trump Team’s Eel River Water Gambit
Rep. Jared Huffman has launched an inquiry after the USDA touted a Southern California water district as a potential buyer for PG&E’s Potter Valley dams. The move pits local restoration plans against a sudden federal push to preserve the infrastructure.
Oakland’s Bonta Leads 23-State Blitz To Stop Trump Mail Vote Order
California AG Rob Bonta joined 23 attorneys general in asking a federal judge to permanently block Executive Order 14399, which would shift control of mail voting to federal agencies.












