Northern California

Sales and use taxes are about $1 billion below forecasts since November.

San Francisco’s sales tax revenue, a key metric of economic activity, dipped during the last three quarters of 2023 compared to the same period the prior year.

The measure would let CLEAR operate at its current locations with no change. But new operations in other airports would need to form a separate line.

Much of the issue, experts say, is the city’s reliance on the tech industry, with more than 44 percent of its office space housing technology companies.

A district attorney says residents of ‘our big cities no longer feel safe even walking to lunch.’ He blames Prop. 47.

The bill called for charges against adults who coerce or employ children to commit theft. Assembly committee members said it could be used against a hungry mom.

The governor highlighted a series of recent records set by the state’s power grid, including 40 out of the last 48 days operating entirely on clean energy.

The U.S. Senate candidate calls the demonstrations ‘organized support of terrorism’ and urges political leaders to respond.

Justices heard arguments that laws against camping violate the Constitution’s ban on ‘cruel and unusual’ punishment. Cities hope for clarity.

Some weeds are healing treasures that harness the power of nature’s pharmacy.

At a panel discussion, defenders of the 2014 ballot measure say it ‘directly addressed the root causes.’ Opponents see a retail theft crisis.

Mr. Schiff, a Democrat, said he did not want to dwell on the incident.

Facing an overdose crisis, ‘we need to make all evidence-based treatment options as accessible as possible,’ said one expert.

London Breed’s plan, which she submitted to supervisors, would close corner stores and liquor stores between midnight and 5 a.m.

The Golden State maintained its position, following the United States, China, Germany, and Japan.

Mint Butterfield was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, flannel pajama pants, and black boots.