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12/02/2025

California school meals face major changes as AB 1264 moves to remove ultraprocessed foods from cafeterias across the state. The tension sits in a system built on long storage and chemical additives to keep food usable for months
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12/02/2025

A San Diego-area coatings company and its hiring manager pleaded guilty to employing undocumented workers after a federal investigation and undercover probe.

12/02/2025

Three children and a young adult were killed at a birthday party shooting in Stockton as authorities asked residents to share any tips, even rumors, to help find the suspect. No arrests have been made, and investigators say the attack appears targeted.

11/29/2025

n this episode, Hansu Kim, longtime SF political consultant and Chairman of Flywheel, joins us to share what’s driving this shift and what it may mean for everyday trips across the city.

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11/29/2025

Taxis are making a return in San Francisco, and it’s tied to changes playing out behind the scenes in the ride business. What looks like just another pickup carries a different weight now, shaped by pressures most riders never see.

11/29/2025

SB79 requires cities to open the door to more housing near transit. Builders say the cost of the required affordable units makes many projects hard to finance. Others note the shortage stretches across the whole region, not just one city. We talk with Tony Hall, former San Francisco supervisor, and Chris Elmendorf, law professor at UC Davis, to take a clear look at how these rules could change the Bay Area’s housing path.

11/29/2025

San Diego County reports seniors lost more than $130 million to scams in a single year, with officials warning the real number is likely higher.

Many cases involve callers posing as banks, law enforcement, or even family members using AI-generated voices.

11/29/2025

Union baristas have expanded their Black Friday strike, with 2,500 workers at 120 Starbucks stores walking out over unresolved labor complaints, short hours, and pay concerns.

They argue that many baristas still can’t secure stable schedules or cover basic living costs, pushing some to rely on government assistance.

11/26/2025

In this episode we talk with Tony Hall, former San Francisco supervisor, and Christopher Elmendorf, law professor at UC Davis, to understand the possible effects on San Francisco and how the outcome may differ from expectations.

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11/26/2025

State leaders want cities to allow far more housing near transit. What could mean more customers for local businesses and shorter commutes could also bring new strain from high building costs and zoning changes.

11/26/2025

UC Berkeley is now facing a federal investigation after violence at a Turning Point USA event raised doubts about whether the school met even the minimum Clery Act safety standards.

The Department of Education says Berkeley’s handling of the protest, along with past reporting failures, could cost the university its federal funding.

11/25/2025

Seeking developers with projects in the Palisades, Malibu, and surrounding fire affected areas.
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