News across Alameda County
Mayoral Candidates Stake Positions and Woo Voters at Post Forum
Mayoral candidates Tony Daysog, Tracy Jensen, and Malia Vella fielded a variety of questions on business, development, transit, and the economy at the Alameda Post forums held on September 26. Ken Der shares their responses as Alameda prepares for the November 3 election. Photos…
City Council to Weigh Immigration Enforcement Limits, Review Guaranteed Income Results
On October 6, City Council will consider restricting the use of City property for civil immigration enforcement, review the results of a guaranteed income pilot program, and weigh a lease for Longshot Space Technologies. Karin K. Jensen shares how to get involved.
Residential Yard Waste Drop-Off
The City of Fremont is offering no-cost yard waste drop-off for Fremont residents at the Fremont Recycling Center.

Preparing Alameda for El Niño
Governor Newsom declared a statewide state of emergency on September 21 in anticipation of strong fall and winter storms. In Alameda, residents can expect potential flooding, fallen trees, and power outages. Jean Chen talks with the Public Works Director and City Manager about El…

Poll: Becerra Widens His Lead Over Hilton; Californians Split on Wealth Tax
A new Public Policy Institute of California poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra leads Republican Steve Hilton by 22 points in California’s governor’s race, with 60% of likely voters supporting Becerra compared to 38% for Hilton. The September survey also reveals Californians are…

City Appoints New Communications Manager Linda Mumma
The City of Alameda has announced the appointment of award-winning communications professional and former journalist Linda Mumma as the City’s new Communications Manager.

Opinion: City of Alameda Ballot Measures – Pros and Cons
The League of Women Voters of Alameda shares what supporters and opponents are saying about Measure L, Measure M, and Measure N to help voters make up their mind for the November 3 General Election. {Opinion}

Newsom Signs Addictive Social Media Law to Protect Kids
Newsom said California’s approach focuses on the features that can encourage excessive social media use rather than taking the broader step of banning teenagers from the platforms altogether. He contrasted the measure with restrictions adopted in Australia and Malaysia that…

On Your November Ballot: Prop 38 Would Allocate $8.4 Billion to Immunology and Immunotherapy Funding
“Yes on 38”, with the tagline “Californians for Life-Saving Immunology Research and Cures,” is leading the campaign for the support side of the proposition. The post On Your November Ballot: Prop 38 Would Allocate $8.4 Billion to Immunology and Immunotherapy Funding first…

Ask California: Golden State Releases New AI Chatbot
Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced the prototype as part of the state’s broader effort to use artificial intelligence to make government services easier to access. The launch follows his March 2026 executive order directing state agencies to responsibly implement generative AI while…

Asm. Isaac Bryan’s Bill Banning California Police From ICE Side Jobs Reaches Newsom’s Desk
The legislation comes as ICE ramps up efforts to recruit law enforcement personnel under the Trump administration. Bryan said the federal agency is offering financial incentives to attract officers, raising concerns about the impact on local law enforcement agencies and the…

Assemblymember LaShae Sharp-Collins’s Bill Would Pause Law Enforcement’s Use of Shock Gloves Pending Study
The device at the center of the debate is known as the G.L.O.V.E., an acronym for Generated Low Output Voltage Emitter. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement awarded a $16.7 million contract for 6,000 pairs of the gloves, which are designed to deliver an electric shock through…