Frequently Asked Questions about Political Activities of Public Employees
Are there limitations in state law on public employees’ political activities? Yes, in California’s Government Code, Title 1, Division 4,…
Oakland’s Plans to Rename Airport ‘San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport’ Sparks Outrage
The Port of Oakland's plan to change the name of Oakland International Airport to San Francisco Oakland International Airport was…
Klamath River and Dam Removal Crises Continues with CA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Failure
On Tuesday March 26th, the Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors declared a local State of Emergency in regard to the adverse…
SF City Destroys Van Ness Planters After Hostile Activist Pressure
An article in Beyond Chron by Globe friend and San Francisco source Sebastian reports that the City of San Francisco…
California’s $20 Fast Food Minimum Wage Law Goes Into Effect
California's AB 1228 $20 fast food minimum wage law went into effect on Monday, raising the wages of fast food…
After Issuing Death Sentence on CA’s Death Penalty, Gov. Newsom Approves 3 more Prison Closures
"Newsom has approved three California prison closures but resists pressure to shutter more," the Los Angeles Times headline reports... as…
Frequently Asked Questions about Special Districts in California
What are “special districts”? As part of California’s local government structure, special districts are agencies that provide specialized services across…
The Singling Out of Berkey Water Filters
For more than two decades, Berkey Water Filters were sold across the world (California excepted – more on that below)…
San Francisco Needs a Political Revolution
It's election season once again, and San Francisco’s politicians are once again clamoring for your attention. The dust of March…
High Stealth Rail: Where Did the Rest of It Go?
In 2008 voters passed Proposition 1A, directing the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) to construct an electrified 494-mile-long rail system…