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Analyst Projects California Revenue $3.2B Higher Than Governor
The state’s independent budget analyst says California will take in $3.2 billion more than Gov. Jerry Brown estimated, providing Democratic lawmakers the opportunity to increase spending.
SF Planning Commission Approves New Bike Parking Plan
Bicyclists in San Francisco may soon find it a lot easier to find a parking space for their two-wheelers.
Facebook CEO’s Political Group, Labor Spar Over Immigration Reform
To the U.S. technology industry, there’s a dramatic shortfall in the number of Americans skilled in computer programming and engineering that is hampering business. To unions and some Democrats, it’s more sinister.
Solar Panels To Become Mandatory On New Sebastopol Buildings
On Tuesday, Sebastopol became the second city in California to require all newly-constructed residences and commercial buildings to carry a photovoltaic energy system.
Gov. Brown Asks UC Officials To Review Graduation Rates
In his pursuit to hold down the cost of a college education in California, Gov. Jerry Brown on Wednesday asked the University of California to identify which factors have the greatest effect on campus graduation rates.
Brown’s Latest Budget Includes Major Infusion For Schools
Gov. Jerry Brown’s latest budget proposes a $17 billion bump for California’s K-12 schools over the next four years, a dramatic turn-around from the teacher layoffs and program cuts that became common during the recession.
- San Jose City Council Eases Restrictions On Food Trucks 2013/05/15
- SF Fire Department Loses $7.8M Grant For New Fireboat Over Delays In Purchase 2013/05/15
- Mixed Reaction In Bay Area To Lowering DUI Threshold 2013/05/15
- San Jose City Council Declines 5 Percent Pay Raise 2013/05/14
