Technology
"At Home in Space" opens, caps Air and Space Museum renovation
The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has all of its "space" back open.
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2026-11-02
253 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
California
'Bachelor' alum Melissa Rycroft arrested for DWI, again; this time after crashing into ambulance
'Dancing With the Stars' and 'Bachelor' star Melissa Rycroft Strickland has been arrested for driving while intoxicated for the second time. The star recently agreed to 20 months' probation for a previous charge.
California
10 books to read in November: Memoirs from Willie Nelson, Bob Woodward, LeVar Burton and more
Dive into new novels from John Scalzi and Louise Kennedy, alongside intimate, career-spanning new books from icons of music, TV and journalism.
Culture
9 Best Scalp Shampoos for Your Scalp to Help Dryness, Flakiness, and Sensitivity
The best shampoos for your scalp give a thorough cleanse without adding more irritation. Here, experts break down their favorite scalp shampoos by Aveeno, Nizoral, Briogeo, and more.
Technology
A GOP Congressman Backed Medicaid Work Requirements. His Voters Might Be Exempt.
A California congressman voted for the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill, which is projected to reduce Medicaid spending by $900 billion. Now Rep. David Valadao, whose House race will help decide control of Congress, is telling his constituents they may not have to follow the new rules.
Science
A STAT reporter on covering MRT as an experimental fertility treatment
Inside the global fertility industry using women as "guinea pigs":
Bay Area
A San Francisco Halloween parade took over Mission streets. Here are the best costumes.
DanceOWeen has become a yearly tradition in the Mission.
California
A daughter of L.A. and a transplant to the city. The different paths taken by Bass and Raman
A daughter of L.A. and an immigrant to the city. The different paths taken by Karen Bass and Nithya Raman in their quests to become mayor of Los Angeles.
Bay Area
A traffic stop, a death, and a missed chance? Family questions police after fatal crash
Justin Randle was driving with a suspended license when he was pulled over by police, then released. Less than an hour later, he was fatally struck.
Culture
ARTnews and Hublot Host Dinner at New York Headquarters of Kid Super
On Wednesday night, ARTnews and Hublot hosted a dinner at the New York headquarters of artist and fashion designer Kid Super.
Technology
Advocates warn Afghans deported by U.S. will face 'certain death' under Taliban
The Trump administration is preparing to deport at least 150 Afghans over the next 48 hours, first to Pakistan and then to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. Many of those facing deportation are relatives of those who worked alongside the United States. They could face severe retaliation from the Taliban upon their return. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Shawn VanDiver of Afghan Evac.
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Alyssa D'Urso, Antonella Chiaramonte, Daniel Wellcome, Jay Garnock, and Michael D'Urso
Alyssa D'Urso, Antonella Chiaramonte, Daniel Wellcome, Jay Garnock, and Michael D'Urso
California
Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig, exes of newlyweds T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach, tie the knot
Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig are starting their forever, tying the knot a month after respective ex-spouses T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach did the same.
Technology
Andy Garcia, David Foster, Paul Anka Lead Kennedy Center Honors
David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell are also honorees for this year’s event that will be celebrated on Dec. 7
Technology
Anthropic posts $17B quarterly revenue but losses continue in fresh IPO filing
Anthropic reports quarterly revenue swelling to $17 billion but still posts a net loss for the latest three months
Technology
Anthropic reports $17 billion in Q3 revenue, purchase commitments of $895.4 billion in revised S-1
Anthropic unveiled its S-1 prospectus last week, but the initial filing only included the company's financials through the first half of the year.
Technology
Apple Services Revenue Hits New Record of $31.6 Billion, up 10%, in September Quarter
Apple continued to see sales in its flagship iPhone family balloon, while the tech giant’s services business hit a new all-time high, in the first earnings report under CEO John Ternus. The financial results were for Apple’s fiscal 2026 fourth quarter ended Sept. 26, 2026. Total iPhone revenue of $57.58 billion increased 17% and Apple’s […]
Technology
Apple is ‘not able to predict’ when it’ll have enough iPhone Duos to go around
Apple CEO John Ternus doesn't have a timeline for when iPhone Duo supply constraints could lift. During an interview with Reuters, Ternus said the company is "working hard to get it to as many customers as quickly as possible, but at this ​point, we're not able to predict when supply and demand will be in […] Apple CEO John Ternus doesn't have a timeline for when iPhone Duo supply constraints could lift. During an interview with Reuters , Ternus said the company is "working hard to get it to as many customers as quickly as possible, but at this ​point, we're not able to predict when supply and demand will be in balance." Apple launched its first foldable last month for $1,999, featuring a 5.4 outer display and 7.6-inch inner screen. Preorders for the iPhone Duo quickly sold out, with some shipments expected to arrive in 2027. Apple also made a limited number of iPhone D
Technology
Apple posts strong Q4 revenue in first earnings report for new CEO John Ternus
Apple Inc. posted stronger-than-expected revenue in the fiscal fourth quarter, giving new CEO John Ternus a positive start to his tenure that began in September
Technology
Apple set an iPhone sales record even without a new standard iPhone
Apple had a record-breaking quarter for iPhone sales - despite not releasing a standard model during its latest refresh. In its fourth-quarter earnings report released on Monday, Apple says it earned $57.58 billion in iPhone revenue, a 17 percent jump from the same time last year. The increase in revenue follows the launch of Apple's […] Apple had a record-breaking quarter for iPhone sales - despite not releasing a standard model during its latest refresh. In its fourth-quarter earnings report released on Monday, Apple says it earned $57.58 billion in iPhone revenue, a 17 percent jump from the same time last year. The increase in revenue follows the launch of Apple's iPhone 18 lineup in September, which included a pricier iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max model. The company raised prices across its older models at the same time. Apple also took the wraps off its first folding phone, the iP
Markets
Arch Insurance North America Acquires Premier Dealer Services
Arch Insurance North America has entered into an agreement to acquire Premier Dealer Holding Corp., and its subsidiaries including Premier Dealer Services (PDS), a Dublin, Ohio-based provider of automotive Finance and Insurance (F&I) products and services. The acquisition, upon completion, …
Science
Are you pursuing MRT as a treatment for infertility? Tell us about your experience
Are you pursuing MRT as a treatment for infertility? STAT wants to hear from you
Technology
Argentina’s Milei pitches a regulation-free AI haven at the end of the world
Data centers are facing a growing backlash in the United States and Europe
California
At these Pre-Election Parties, It’s BYOB: Bring Your Own Ballot
California’s November ballot is so long, and for some, so confusing, that voters find support at “ballot parties.”
Technology
BMW is taking on Tesla’s FSD with urban driver assist starting in 2027
BMW says that it will expand its navigation-guided, partially automated driving capabilities into urban environments starting in 2027, launching first in Germany with other markets to follow. The new system can help steer, speed up, and slow down the vehicle on both highways and city streets using its built-in GPS navigation. While driving in town, […] BMW says that it will expand its navigation-guided, partially automated driving capabilities into urban environments starting in 2027, launching first in Germany with other markets to follow. The new system can help steer, speed up, and slow down the vehicle on both highways and city streets using its built-in GPS navigation. While driving in town, it can assist with changing lanes, making turns, yielding to other cars, and driving through roundabouts. But as a Level 2 driver assist system, it still requires drivers to keep their eye
Technology
Bangladesh Forms Garment Wage Board As Protests Escalate
Workers are demanding more than double the current minimum wage, putting pressure on brands to help fund a more livable wage.
Bay Area
Bay FC stumbles in third season, but here are 3 reasons to hope
The private equity-owned women’s team finished 14th, well outside the playoffs. That failure has given way to clarity and resources to reload.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued November 2 at 10:33AM PST until November 2 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Coastal Humboldt, Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. . * IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued November 2 at 12:12PM PST until November 2 at 6:00PM PST by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-6 ft, and an afternoon high tide just over 6 feet will result in minor tidal overflow. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow and dangerous rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Today's high tide will occur around 3:30 PM. Tides are expected to increase for the end of the week, with tides reaching 7 ft as early as Thursday in Orange County and Friday in San Diego county. Tides will peak over the weekend into early next week at 7.5-7.8 ft. Reminder, tides mentioned have been corrected to reflect the current trends in actual tide observations.
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued November 2 at 5:08AM PST until November 3 at 8:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...An increased risk for sneaker waves and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Pacific Coast beaches. * WHEN...Through 8 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from beaches, jetties, and rocks.
California
Beware the ‘red mirage’ if California Republicans have an election night lead
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. It happens in close races in almost every major election. Early California returns show Republicans winning or at least faring better than expected. Then, as votes are counted over the following days, the tallies shift in Democrats’ favor. This “blue shift” or “red […] The post Beware the ‘red mirage’ if California Republicans have an election night lead appeared first on The Almanac .
Bay Area
Beware the ‘red mirage’ if California Republicans have an election night lead
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. It happens in close races in almost every major election. Early California returns show Republicans winning or at least faring better than expected. Then, as votes are counted over the following days, the tallies shift in Democrats’ favor. This “blue shift” or “red […] The post Beware the ‘red mirage’ if California Republicans have an election night lead appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
California
Beware the ‘red mirage’ if California Republicans have an election night lead
Don’t be fooled by early election returns. It can take California weeks to tally votes, leading to “red mirages” and “blue shifts.”
Culture
Bruce Springsteen Backs Michigan’s Dr. Abdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate Amid Haley Stevens Reversal: ‘He’s a Fighter’
"I’m in his corner 100%," the Boss said of the Democratic nominee.
Culture
Burgundy Ballet Flats Are Trending—5 Ways to Style Them for Fall
Burgundy ballet flats hit a fall sweet spot: The color is not quite a neutral, but it’s nowhere near as outfit dominating as a punchy shade of red or cobalt.
Technology
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Nvidia's humanoid push relies on China-made robot hands
The U.S. chipmaker's humanoid robot systems feature mechanical hands from China-linked startups.
Bay Area
Caitlin Clark changed the WNBA. The Valkyries changed women’s sports
The Indiana Fever star convinced fans to care. Golden State showed what happens when fans feel like a team cares about them, too.
California
California Cancer Patients Divided Over Whether Prop 38 Will Help Them
Proposition 38 would allow California to borrow $8.4 billion to fund immunotherapy research.
California
California officials brace for unprecedented election interference by Trump administration
Gov. Gavin Newsom and others have warned of Trump administration interference in the midterm election, including potentially through attempted ballot seizures.
Technology
Can Democrats Really Flip the Senate? Hollywood Holds Its Breath
What the odds really look like as a largely liberal industry frets in commissaries, Zooms and boardrooms.
Bay Area
Can mathematicians count on AI? A Stanford professor weighs in
Ravi Vakil advises OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind on math. He talks about the promise and the risks of the two worlds colliding.
Technology
Cardi B Tells Students to Pass Exams Without Using AI: ‘Don’t Ask ChatGPT for the Answer’
Cardi had a message for the students who attended Johns Hopkins University’s Hoptoberfest over the weekend.
News
Chamber San Mateo County to no longer manage Redwood City Improvement Association
The Redwood City Improvement Association will search for a new management firm after the Chamber San Mateo County notified the organization it will not renew its contract. The post Chamber San Mateo County to no longer manage Redwood City Improvement Association appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
Markets
Chevron Keeps Microsoft Data Center Plan Despite Texas Pause
Chevron Corp. expects to power up a Microsoft Corp. data center project in West Texas on schedule despite Governor Greg Abbott’s suspension of digital infrastructure permits. The energy company is working on permitting, engineering work and financing, Chevron Chief Financial …
Technology
China publicly discloses plan for a lunar landing within three years
The plan does not include a mission similar to Apollo 8 or Artemis II.
Technology
Claude’s new rules against game cloning won’t stop the AI copying boom
The tsunami of imitators is way bigger than any one model maker can stem.
Technology
Coming in 2027: Apple’s $1,000 home robot for FaceTime and switching on lights
Apple robot backed by CEO John Ternus may have hefty price tag and limited uses.
Technology
Comme des Garçons Ups the Luxe on Balance’s Sneaker Moccasin
The collaborative 1890A arrives this week in two colorways featuring premium suede and leather.
News
Commercial EV Charging Stations Submittal Checklist
Commercial EV Charging Stations Submittal Checklist Commercial EV Charging Stations Submittal Checklist
Technology
Cosmic Leonora Carrington Painting Reemerges at Auction After 70 Years
The work will appear at Heritage Auctions in New York on November 10, with an estimate of $250,000–$350,000.
News
County to host Flood Park playground ribbon-cutting
San Mateo County Parks is hosting a ribbon-cutting event for the opening of a new playground at Flood Park, located at 215 Bay Road in Menlo Park. The event will be from 8:30-10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The post County to host Flood Park playground ribbon-cutting appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
News
Court hears Lori Vallow Daybell appeal in killings of her 2 children, romantic rival
An Idaho appeals court is scheduled to hear Lori Vallow Daybell’s appeal of her convictions in Idaho for killing her two youngest children and conspiring to murder a romantic rival
Technology
Crude oil prices sell off more than 7% on Iran peace talk hopes ahead of U.S. midterms
Oil fell Monday, amid news that both the U.S. and Iran are pursuing diplomacy amid ongoing Mideast tensions
California
Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Sucede en contiendas reñidas en casi todas las elecciones importantes. Los primeros resultados en California muestran a los republicanos ganando o, al menos, obteniendo mejores resultados de lo esperado. Luego, a medida que […] The post Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
California
Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Sucede en contiendas reñidas en casi todas las elecciones importantes. Los primeros resultados en California muestran a los republicanos ganando o, al menos, obteniendo mejores resultados de lo esperado. Luego, a medida que […] The post Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones appeared first on The Almanac .
Bay Area
Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Sucede en contiendas reñidas en casi todas las elecciones importantes. Los primeros resultados en California muestran a los republicanos ganando o, al menos, obteniendo mejores resultados de lo esperado. Luego, a medida que […] The post Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
Bay Area
Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Sucede en contiendas reñidas en casi todas las elecciones importantes. Los primeros resultados en California muestran a los republicanos ganando o, al menos, obteniendo mejores resultados de lo esperado. Luego, a medida que […] The post Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
California
Cuidado con el “espejismo rojo” si los republicanos de California obtienen ventaja la noche de las elecciones
En California, el recuento de votos puede tardar semanas, lo que puede dar lugar a "espejismos rojos" y "cambios demócratas".
Culture
Czech Archaeologists Re-Excavate Long-Lost Tombs of Ancient Egyptian High Officials
Modern scientific methods are revealing new information about the religious beliefs and social lives of Old Kingdom officials.
California
DSA narrowly votes against rescinding Nithya Raman endorsement in L.A. mayor's race
A national Democratic Socialists of America panel had been considering revoking the endorsement of Nithya Raman over her views on Israel, which some considered insufficiently tough.
Markets
Data Center Restrictions Make the Ballot in Dozens of US Cities
Voters in dozens of US counties and cities will soon have the chance to help enact policies that would slow down the development of data centers. Municipalities from Nevada to Georgia are giving residents an opportunity to vote for policies …
Technology
Dave Bautista Reveals He Gained 20 Pounds of Muscle for ‘God of War’ Series
The actor is portraying Kratos in Prime Video's live-action adaptation of the popular video game franchise.
Bay Area
Deadly gunfire rocks popular Monterey County beach, leaving 2 dead
The gunfire erupted just before 2 a.m., the Monterey County Sheriff's Office said.
Culture
Designer Susan Alexandra Made Her Dream Butter Yellow Gown for Her Wedding at a Historic French Villa
Featuring a butter Chihuahua, a communal pavlova, and colorful beaded place settings, the accessories designer’s wedding to Andy Nahman in Biarritz was full of crafty details.
California
Didn't register to vote? Here's how you still can cast a ballot
How to cast a ballot using same day voter registration to vote in California for the 2026 general election.
California
Dream Machines Radio Special
A one-hour broadcast special featuring excerpts from the podcast series. Guests: Erik Brynjolfsson, economist and Director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab Camilo Landau, musician and music analyst Annalee Newitz, journalist and author of Automatic Noodle and other books
Culture
EU Looking to Downgrade Money Laundering Risk in Art and Antiquities Trade
While a Commission spokesperson said that the risk assessment has not yet been finalized, minutes from a January 2026, meeting in Brussels suggested otherwise.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Bal Harbour Shops Completes Luxury Expansion at Long Last
The 200,000-square-foot addition enables Tom Ford, Bottega Veneta, Roger Vivier, Louis Vuitton, Celine, Loro Piana, Khaite and many other designers brands to debut either new or expanded shops.
Bay Area
Election Day is tomorrow, here’s what to know in Mountain View
Election Day is just around the corner and Mountain View residents still have plenty of options to vote in person or submit a ballot at an official drop box site until polls close at 8 p.m. Tuesday. The post Election Day is tomorrow, here’s what to know in Mountain View appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
Bay Area
Electric vehicles drive Palo Alto’s emission reductions
Fueled by a growth in electric vehicles, Palo Alto saw a slight drop in greenhouse emissions in 2025, according to a newly released analysis that the City Council plans to discuss on Nov. 2. The post Electric vehicles drive Palo Alto’s emission reductions appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
California
Embroiled Kennedy Center will honor Paul Anka, David Foster and Andy Garcia
Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell were announced as Kennedy Center honorees, selected by Trump.
California
Essay: How an orchestra's experiment with AI can make for a better democracy
In this year's election season orchestras have been practicing the call for democratic thinking on a global scale, including in Los Angeles, Leipzig, Germany and Boston, where the Boston Symphony Orchestra is experimenting with AI —to great effect.
Markets
Everspan to Sell Providence Washington Shell to RI’s Falvey Group
Everspan Group, a specialty property/casualty insurance platform and wholly owned subsidiary of Octave Specialty Group, Inc., has agreed to sell the admitted shell company Providence Washington Insurance Co. (PWIC) to Rhode Island-based Falvey Insurance Group. New York-based Everspan said the …
California
Ex-Angels executive Eric Kay again appeals his conviction in Tyler Skaggs fentanyl death
Former Angels employee Eric Kay, serving 22 years for supplying fentanyl-laced pills that killed pitcher Tyler Skaggs, is asking a federal court to grant a new trial.
Technology
F1 in Mexico City: Yet another Ferrari fiasco, but that’s not all
There was plenty of drama on and off the track for Formula 1 this weekend.
Technology
FilmLA Extends Lower-Priced Permits for Small and Independent Projects – Film News in Brief
FilmLA’s Low Impact Permit Pilot Program with for Los Angeles has been extended through April 30, allowing qualifying productions to continue saving an average of approximately $1,000 per permit. Since launching in April, more than 400 Low Impact permits have been issued to productions that have a minimal impact on surrounding L.A. residents. The pilot […]
Bay Area
Final push: Scott Wiener defends lead as field army knocks on 311,000th door
His congressional campaign and an allied super PAC have mounted one of the largest canvassing operations San Francisco has seen.
News
Flash flooding triggers evacuations in Southwest and a dire warning for a Colorado spa town
Heavy rains and flash flooding have prompted mandatory evacuation orders in parts of the U.S. Southwest.
News
Flash flooding triggers evacuations in Southwest and dire warning for Colorado spa town
The San Juan River is forecast to crest at more than 19 feet around 11:00 p.m.
Technology
Flood Park to open long-awaited playground with ribbon-cutting event
After the summer sunshine caused a metal slide to reach dangerously high temperatures, San Mateo County's new playground at Flood Park in Menlo Park will open with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 10. The post Flood Park to open long-awaited playground with ribbon-cutting event appeared first on The Almanac .
News
Floodwaters swamp Southwest, forcing evacuations, altering some Election Day voting
Another round of heavy rains and flash flooding has triggered evacuations along rivers in parts of Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona
Bay Area
Florida plane crash: Evidence indicates parts of jet broke off before wreck that killed 9, investigators say
An investigator says parts of a business jet appear to have broken off before the aircraft crashed in Florida, killing nine people.
Technology
Ford promises not to sell your driving habits to data brokers
Ford vowed to never sell customer driving data to third-party data brokers as part of a new privacy promise aimed at setting the automaker apart from competitors that have faced legal and regulatory blowback for sharing telematics with data brokers without authorization. As part of its new promise, Ford says it will strive to protect […] Ford vowed to never sell customer driving data to third-party data brokers as part of a new privacy promise aimed at setting the automaker apart from competitors that have faced legal and regulatory blowback for sharing telematics with data brokers without authorization. As part of its new promise, Ford says it will strive to protect customer data by using aggregating and anonymizing techniques. It will also "provide clear and easy-to-understand information about how we use your personal information." And while Ford says it will still use data to i
Technology
Former ‘Ellen’ Executive Producer Matthew Wright Dies as Ellen DeGeneres Posts Tearful Video Calling Him “The Glue to Our Entire Family”
Both DeGeneres and former 'Ellen' executive producer Andy Lassner said the news was shocking as a GoFundMe, which aimed to raise money for a funeral, called Wright's death an "unfathomable tragedy."
California
Frost Advisory issued November 2 at 12:00PM PST until November 3 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Northern Mendocino Interior, and Northern Lake. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
Bay Area
Gabby Williams said she received death threats for supporting transgender athletes
The Golden State Valkyries star and WNBA Finals MVP thanked Bay Area fans who allowed her to “be myself.”
Technology
Georgia Helped Inspire the Medicaid Work Rules. Its Own Rules Could Soon End.
For years, Georgia was the only state to require some Medicaid enrollees to work to obtain and keep coverage. Those rules could expire just as the federal Medicaid work requirements they helped inspire roll out across most of the country.
Bay Area
Gilroy council says Sharks Ice facility too expensive
After seven and a half years of talking about bringing a Sharks-led ice hockey and skating facility to Gilroy, city officials have decided the idea is economically infeasible — effectively killing development of the recreation space. The City Council last month unanimously agreed to an ad hoc committee’s findings that the ice skating facility proposed... The post Gilroy council says Sharks Ice facility too expensive appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Golden State Valkyries MVP Gabby Williams reflects on WNBA title
Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams led her team to their 68-63 Game 7 victory against the Atlanta Dream, which earned them their first WNBA championship title.
California
Google and Meta spent big this election cycle. Is Big Tech trying to ‘buy the Legislature’?
Big Tech has proven a big spender in this year’s election cycle. Google, Meta, and other tech interests account for at least 20% of all the contributions made to outside groups spending on legislative races, according to a CalMatters analysis of campaign finance disclosures. Tech companies are looking to push back at a growing volume […] The post Google and Meta spent big this election cycle. Is Big Tech trying to ‘buy the Legislature’? appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Googling "Zelda" today offers a glimpse of how search worked in 1998
"The flow of time is always cruel."
California
Governor Newsom celebrates “Coolest Thing Made in California” awardees
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California
Governor Newsom highlights California’s work to deliver a free and fair election tomorrow; defend democracy from ongoing and anticipated attacks
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California
Governor Newsom proposes historic $1 billion California film and television tax credit – building on the nation’s most generous capped credit
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Culture
Hard Truths: Should a Jilted Artist Keep Applying for Grants?
An artist anguishes over rejection, and an art handler ponders a dropped painting.
News
Hayward Active Transportation Plan
Hayward Active Transportation Plan Project Overview The City of Hayward is creating an Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to make it safer and easier for people to walk, bike, and roll. This serves people with mobility handicaps, students and youth, those interested in improving their health or the environment, transit riders, individuals shopping in our commercial areas, families and pet owners, low-income employees, and others. Some of our community needs to walk or roll every day, and some choose to less frequently, but improving safety and mobility options for all Hayward community members is a priority. The plan will guide City investment, support grant applications, and help deliver improvements in Hayward. The project will build on past efforts including the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (2020) . It will also work in coordination with other concurrent projects including Vision
News
Here’s everything Midpeninsula voters need know for Election Day
Election Day is just around the corner and Mountain View residents still have plenty of options to vote in person or submit a ballot at an official drop box site until polls close at 8 p.m. Tuesday. The post Here’s everything Midpeninsula voters need know for Election Day appeared first on The Almanac .
California
Highland Hospital Neighbors Demand Information on ICE Activity
Staff at the Oakland area hospital did not see a warrant before releasing a patient with broken ribs into federal custody.
California
Hiltzik: Trump's diesel deal with Putin benefits no one except Putin
Trump's diesel deal hasn't brought down U.S. prices, but it has been a boon for Russia.
News
Historian’s look into murderous pirate finds New York beach namesake may have helped
An amateur historian says he’s found evidence that the namesake of New York's popular Jones Beach played a key role in an infamous pirate heist in the Red Sea centuries ago
Markets
Houston Businessman Sentenced in Arson-For-Hire Scheme
A Houston businessman has been ordered to federal prison for conspiring to commit arson of a commercial building, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Texas announced. Lyndell Leroy Price, 44, was ordered to serve 105 months in federal prison …
Technology
I bonds now pay 5.51% — but there are trade-offs. What to know before buying
I bonds are now paying 5.51%. Here are some key things to know before investing, according to financial experts.
Technology
In Fiery Court Filing, Democratic Lawmaker Says Kennedy Center’s Closure Is Meant to Hide Its Failure Under Trump
Ohio Democratic congresswoman Joyce Beatty has been a committed Trump antagonist.
Bay Area
Incoming Silicon Valley water district CEO donates to board candidates
Multiple candidates are vying to be on the board of directors for Santa Clara County’s largest water supplier. The outcome could chart a new course for the water district’s future. The post Incoming Silicon Valley water district CEO donates to board candidates appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
Bay Area
Incoming Silicon Valley water district CEO donates to board candidates
Multiple candidates are vying to be on the board of directors for Santa Clara County’s largest water supplier. The outcome could chart a new course for the water district’s future. The post Incoming Silicon Valley water district CEO donates to board candidates appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
Technology
Indiana governor says execution will go ahead Thursday against man who killed 2 kids
Indiana’s governor turned down a clemency request and says an execution planned for Thursday will go forward against a man who killed his girlfriend’s two children in 2010
News
Inside the AP's process for calling election races
Millions of votes have been cast in this midterm election. Traditional battlegrounds have expanded in the fight to control Congress. It all comes down to one question: who won? This year, PBS News is again relying on the Associated Press to call winners in critical races. For a closer look at how the AP makes those race calls, Deema Zein spoke with David Scott of the Associated Press.
Technology
Intel foundry push faces critical test after stock's 45% plunge in October
Intel’s turnaround now hinges on proving its foundry strategy can deliver, as customers look for signs the company will add fab capacity and catch TSMC
News
Is El Niño making storms and flash floods in the Southwest worse?
A chaotic climate phenomenon called El Niño is intensifying heavy rains and floods in the Southwest
Technology
Japanese online service company GMO apologizes for security breaches and promises compensation
Japanese online service company GMO Internet Group has apologized for security breaches from cyberattacks, and promised to prevent a recurrence and compensate victims
Technology
Jim Cramer says these six fashion stocks are buys beyond the AI trade
While technology stocks have come under pressure in recent weeks, consumer stocks have been resilient.
California
Jimmy Webb on the hits that got away and the 'wretched excess' of '70s L.A.
The Grammy-winning songwriter has a new PBS special and an album of old tunes he describes as his 'problem children.'
Technology
Johnny Depp Says He’d Return as Jack Sparrow in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’ for Only One Reason: ‘I Want to Send Them Off on a Better Note’
Johnny Depp is finally sounding off about the possibility of returning as Jack Sparrow in “Pirates of the Caribbean 6.” Speaking to Entertainment Tonight on his “Ebenezer” press tour, the Oscar nominee stopped short of confirming he will put the pirate costume on once more. Instead, Depp said he would never turn down a request […]
Culture
Juan Atkins Mourned By Fellow Artists: He ‘Sparked the Electronic Music Revolution We’re Living in Today’
The founding father of techno died on Oct. 31 at age 64.
California
Juan Atkins, Detroit techno music pioneer, dead at 64
As a member of Cybotron, Model 500 and the Belleville Three, Atkins helped invent a subculture: "I know I'm the first one to apply the word 'techno' to electronic music. I can't claim to be the inventor or originator of electronic music, but I can definitely say that I got that."
Technology
Justin Timberlake to Drop a Docuseries Featuring Janet Jackson Discussing Super Bowl Debacle
The four-part Apple TV series will cover the infamous 2004 "wardrobe malfunction" during the halftime performance
Culture
Justin Timberlake to Release 4-Part Docuseries That Includes Janet Jackson as a Guest
The project is set to arrive on Apple TV by the end of the year.
Technology
Justin Timberlake to Release Four-Part ‘Tell-All’ Docuseries, Featuring Janet Jackson, on Apple (EXCLUSIVE)
Justin Timberlake is set to release a four-part docuseries on Apple TV in December, described as a “tell-all,” three sources confirm to Variety. One source says the series will feature Janet Jackson discussing the infamous “wardrobe malfunction” that took place during the pair’s performance at the 2004 Super Bowl. Another source says that Timberlake discusses […]
Global
Karl Bushby completes 28-year, 31,000-mile walk around world
Karl Bushby completes 28-year, 31,000-mile walk around world and returns to mother’s house
Bay Area
Kawakami: No compromises, no blinking — the Valkyries’ non-negotiable title and future
Ohemaa Nyanin and Natalie Nakase want competitors, want winners, and want to keep doing this.
Technology
Kevin Saunderson and Derrick May Honor Belleville Three ‘Brother’ Juan Atkins
“We shared a journey that changed music forever,” Saunderson wrote of his friend and fellow techno pioneer
California
Lachlan Murdoch says 'viewer fatigue' is cutting into Fox News ratings
Fox News' October audience fell 28% from a year earlier, with its 25-to-54 audience at a 25-year low, as executive Lachlan Murdoch cited "viewer fatigue."
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued November 2 at 10:04AM PST until November 3 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and waves 1 to 3 feet, highest from mid-lake to eastern shores. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 9 AM to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Latin Grammy nominee Milo J charts a new course for Argentine music
Nominated in six Latin Grammy categories this year, rising star Milo J talks his intrepid album from 2025, "La Vida Era Más Corta," his collaboration with Trueno and navigating criticism as an artist.
Bay Area
Leveling the playing fields: $1.9M project brings new turf to 14 San Francisco schools
FOURTEEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS in San Francisco’s under-resourced communities are getting new or upgraded turf fields as play and recreation spaces for thousands of young students. Some schools are getting their asphalt school yards replaced with turf fields and others are having old fields upgraded. The fields are made of a type of synthetic turf that […] The post Leveling the playing fields: $1.9M project brings new turf to 14 San Francisco schools appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Lindsay Clancy could potentially face new trial in March 2027
Lindsay Clancy appeared in a Massachusetts courtroom on Monday for a pivotal hearing that could determine the future of her triple murder case.
Technology
Listen to Sufjan Stevens’ New Song “On This Christmas (It Only Gets Better)”
He dug into the vault for his holiday compilation Worst Christmas Ever!
News
Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Si la propuesta del representante Mike Levin sigue adelante, el combustible nuclear gastado almacenado en la playa de San Onofre se guardará y procesará en uno de los varios complejos potenciales ubicados en […] The post Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos? appeared first on The Almanac .
California
Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos?
Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre han estado almacenados en una playa durante años. Este legislador quiere encontrar una comunidad dispuesta a recibirlos.
Bay Area
Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Si la propuesta del representante Mike Levin sigue adelante, el combustible nuclear gastado almacenado en la playa de San Onofre se guardará y procesará en uno de los varios complejos potenciales ubicados en […] The post Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos? appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
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Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Si la propuesta del representante Mike Levin sigue adelante, el combustible nuclear gastado almacenado en la playa de San Onofre se guardará y procesará en uno de los varios complejos potenciales ubicados en […] The post Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos? appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
Bay Area
Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Si la propuesta del representante Mike Levin sigue adelante, el combustible nuclear gastado almacenado en la playa de San Onofre se guardará y procesará en uno de los varios complejos potenciales ubicados en […] The post Los residuos nucleares de San Onofre están almacenados en la playa: ¿Aceptará otra comunidad hacerse cargo de ellos? appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
Markets
Marsh Acquires Marine and Yacht Specialist Triton Agency
Global insurance broker Marsh today announced it has acquired Triton Insurance Agency, LLC, a Newport, Rhode Island-based agency specializing in marine and yacht insurance. Triton will become part of Marsh Agency. Bob Peck, CEO of Triton Insurance Agency, and the …
California
Martha Stewart apologized for her Halloween costume as a homeless person. She's sorry about that too
Martha Stewart dressed as a person struggling with poverty for Halloween. She addressed the backlash on Sunday.
Technology
Marty Erlichman, Barbra Streisand’s Manager Since the 1960s, Dead at 97
Though he famously never had a written contract with superstar, he was, according to Streisand, “always by my side, through everything”
Markets
Marvell and Lumentum shareholders unite in panning merger deal: ‘It’s a trash offer’
Shares of both companies fell Monday after Marvell said it reached an all-stock agreement to buy Lumentum.
California
Mayoral candidate Nithya Raman ousts campaign staffer over "reprehensible" remarks
Mayoral candidate Nithya Raman fired part-time campaign staffer Eric Cheng on the weekend before Tuesday's election, saying he made "reprehensible" remarks on a video where he was discussing a U.S.
Technology
Mckenna Grace Rejects ‘Nudity or Hypersexual Things’ in Acting Roles Because ‘My Dream Is to Be a Disney Princess Someday’
Mckenna Grace told Cosmopolitan magazine on her press tour for “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” that she turns down acting roles that require nudity because she harbors dreams of one day playing a Disney princess on the big screen. “At this point, I definitely don’t do nudity or very hypersexual things,” Grace told […]
Technology
Mckenna Grace Says She’s Terrified to Do Nudity for Roles
"I definitely don’t do nudity or very hypersexual things," the 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' star says.
Technology
Melting permafrost has birthed a new type of large landslide
Permafrost detachment slides involve large slabs of frozen earth thawing from below and then sliding downhill.
Technology
Meta delays new business terms after outcry over potential web scraping of news sites
Meta is delaying new terms for business accounts after a backlash from media companies and open-web advocates
Technology
Meta will end Quest 2 OS updates in 2027
Meta is planning to release the last OS update for its Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets by March 2027, the company announced today. The last OS update for those devices is planned to be v213, and after that, Meta will continue to ship security patches and critical bug fixes through the end of […] Meta is planning to release the last OS update for its Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets by March 2027, the company announced today . The last OS update for those devices is planned to be v213, and after that, Meta will continue to ship security patches and critical bug fixes through the end of 2027. Apps that support the Quest 2 or Quest Pro can also be submitted through December 2027, Meta says. Meta is calling the Quest 3 and 3S "now the baseline for Meta VR gamers." The company is announcing this shift ahead of the planned release of its new VR Glasses , which are set to launch someti
Technology
Mexico bans cellphones in schools, despite opposition from parents worried about violence
Starting Tuesday, Mexican schools will ban cellphones in classrooms to limit electronic device use among children and teenagers
California
Microsoft AI CEO warns industry against trying to build conscious machines
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman warns against building conscious AI, arguing that treating machines as sentient could lead to dangerous consequences.
California
Midterms 2026: Where to Vote on Election Day (and Why You Shouldn’t Mail Your Ballot)
Where to vote on Tuesday — and how to make sure you submit your ballot in time to be counted.
Technology
Millions of dollars from the worst US gas leak are now available to help residents electrify homes
Eleven years after the Aliso Canyon gas blowout in the Los Angeles area, millions of dollars are becoming available to those affected
Technology
Most of our measures of a key cognitive process don't agree
A big study with very little beyond negative results still gets published.
California
Movies: Arab Film fest, Doc Stories, ‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem,’ ‘Fatherland,’ ‘Hold On To Your Music’
Two returning longtime film festivals top the slate this week. Also recommended are two stellar new releases. The 30th Arab Film Festival kicks off Thursday and runs through Nov. 14, presenting more than 30 events featuring genuine Arab stories and experiences across the Bay Area. Venues include AMC Kabuki 8, Castro Theatre, and Roxie Theater in […] The post Movies: Arab Film fest, Doc Stories, ‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem,’ ‘Fatherland,’ ‘Hold On To Your Music’ appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Multiple people killed in California state beach shooting in Monterey County, police say
Multiple people were killed and several injured during a shooting at a Monterey County beach, officials said.
Markets
Munich Re Specialty Enters Australian Primary Specialty Insurance Market
Munich Re Specialty announced its entry into the Australian primary specialty insurance market, providing property, construction & engineering, mining, and surety insurance products to commercial and mid-market clients. Munich Re Specialty said the launch of its Australian business further validates …
News
Muslim communities confront surge of hostility during midterms
In the run-up to the midterm elections, experts have documented a surge of Islamophobia in political ads and speeches. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports on some of the targets of that rhetoric and the impact it's making. It's part of our series, Race Matters.
Technology
ND Stevenson’s ‘Scarlet Morning’ in the Works as Movie From Kate Herron, Roy Lee at Amazon MGM (Exclusive)
Herron and Kari Granlund are writing the script for the feature adapting 'Nimona' creator Stevenson's fantasy novel about a pirate adventure.
Technology
Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Colleges and universities will soon have to make it easier for students to request more financial aid, as well as be more transparent about how they estimate the cost of attendance. A new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September requires colleges […] The post Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it appeared first on The Almanac .
Bay Area
Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Colleges and universities will soon have to make it easier for students to request more financial aid, as well as be more transparent about how they estimate the cost of attendance. A new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September requires colleges […] The post Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
Technology
Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Colleges and universities will soon have to make it easier for students to request more financial aid, as well as be more transparent about how they estimate the cost of attendance. A new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September requires colleges […] The post Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
Bay Area
Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Colleges and universities will soon have to make it easier for students to request more financial aid, as well as be more transparent about how they estimate the cost of attendance. A new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September requires colleges […] The post Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
California
New Eames Museum in California Funded in Part by Trump Appointee
Supporter Joe Gebbia is an Airbnb cofounder who previously worked with DOGE.
California
New Lyft pickup zones aim to ease downtown Santa Rosa traffic
The city of Santa Rosa and Lyft have partnered to establish four designated rideshare pickup and drop-off zones downtown to improve transportation access, support local businesses, and enhance rider safety, city officials announced. The zones are now active and available to Lyft riders and drivers at four locations: According to city officials, the designated areas […] The post New Lyft pickup zones aim to ease downtown Santa Rosa traffic appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
New Music Releases and Upcoming Albums in 2026 and 2027
A regularly updated guide to the new albums, EPs, mixtapes, and projects getting released in the coming weeks and months
Technology
Newborn survival improves when families receive financial support
Rx Kids, a program that provides unconditional cash transfers for pregnant people and infants, reduced neonatal mortality in Flint, Michigan.
Culture
News Wrap: Parts of jet may have broken off before crash in Florida
In our news wrap Monday, investigators believe parts of a private jet may have broken off before it crashed in Florida, a federal judge dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit against Harvard University over whether it uses race as a factor in its admissions and supermarkets across Europe reported a new wave of cyberattacks targeting their refrigeration systems.
California
Newsom proposes $1-billion cap for film and TV tax incentive
In an effort to maintain California's role in the film and TV industry, Governor Newsom is asking to expand the state's tax credit program again.
Bay Area
Oakland's First Fridays cancels November event, future uncertain
Oakland's First Fridays may be finished.
Technology
One of Google’s Android partners turned 1.3 million set-top boxes into a botnet
Google says one of its Android manufacturing partners secretly built a backdoor in 1.3 million devices and turned them into a botnet. The company says it has now dismantled the backdoor and "cut ties" with the manufacturer, the Shenzhen, China-based Videostrong Technology Co., which has been banned from building or selling certified Android devices or […] A current Videostrong Android TV device. Google says one of its Android manufacturing partners secretly built a backdoor in 1.3 million devices and turned them into a botnet. The company says it has now dismantled the backdoor and "cut ties" with the manufacturer, the Shenzhen, China-based Videostrong Technology Co., which has been banned from building or selling certified Android devices or supplying software for them. The infected devices were used without owners' knowledge for "malicious activity," like ad fraud, data exfiltrat
Technology
OpenAI pitches data center power plants as a way to protect nearby areas
In an announcement on Monday, OpenAI says it will pilot its "Grid Protectors Program" at an upcoming data center in Effingham County, Georgia, where the company promises to free up to 1,000 megawatts of power during extreme weather or emergencies, enough to power air conditioners in around 700,000 homes. The announcement comes as opposition to […] In an announcement on Monday , OpenAI says it will pilot its "Grid Protectors Program" at an upcoming data center in Effingham County, Georgia, where the company promises to free up to 1,000 megawatts of power during extreme weather or emergencies, enough to power air conditioners in around 700,000 homes. The announcement comes as opposition to data centers spreads across the US, in response to massive projects that have begun development and construction, frequently with little or no input from local residents. In Utah, residents protest
Culture
Pace CEO Marc Glimcher Responds to Reports of Financial Losses, Says Gallery Will Open New Location in Europe
The gallery said it's looking at “a couple of amazing choices” its next London property and it will be acquiring new artists.
Technology
Paka Pledges Over 90 percent Natural Fiber by 2035
The B Corp will reduce its use of synthetic materials.
Technology
Palantir earnings reveal a major AI turning point
The U.S. commercial business brought in more money than the U.S. government segment in the third quarter.
Technology
Palantir reports booming U.S. commercial revenue growth, topping government for first time
Palantir's commercial revenue jumped 148% to $984 million, surpassing government revenue of $953 million.
Technology
Palm Beach plane crash footage isn't AI-generated, despite social media claims
Footage from Palm Beach County, Florida, shows a plane nosediving into the ground at full speed. It looks unreal. So unreal that some social media users say it's fake.
Bay Area
Paz-Cedillos: What we remember, what we carry and what we owe
My mother has always been clear about what she wants when she dies. Don’t come to her grave crying. Bring the mariachi. Celebrate her life, the memories, the joy. And because my mother is who she is, she never misses an opportunity to remind us of something equally important: “Bring me flowers while I’m still... The post Paz-Cedillos: What we remember, what we carry and what we owe appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Markets
People Moves: Brennan Joins Alliant Midwest Benefits Team
Dave Brennan has joined Alliant Insurance Services as senior vice president within its employee benefits group. He will work with employers throughout the Midwest to develop strategic benefits programs that maximize value, address evolving workforce needs, and support broader financial …
Markets
Plymouth Rock Snags Awards at NJ Insurance Fraud Investigators Show
Insurer Plymouth Rock took home three awards at the New Jersey Special Investigators Association (NJSIA) annual insurance fraud conference recently. The NJSIA conference brings together special investigations units (SIUs), claim professionals, and law enforcement for training and collaboration on detecting …
Technology
Prediction market traders now see nearly 75% chance of Democrats winning the Senate
Just a day before the midterms, Kalshi traders give Democrats a 74% chance of controlling the Senate.
News
Redwood City postpones ALPR recommendation until 2027
Redwood City will delay recommending whether to renew its contract for automated license plate reader technology until 2027, according to Patrick Heisinger, the city manager. The post Redwood City postpones ALPR recommendation until 2027 appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
Culture
Remembering Dolores Huerta: Artists Barbara Carrasco, Judith F. Baca, Yreina D. Cervántez, and Vincent Valdez Reflect on the Iconic Activist’s Legacy
Each artist has previously depicted Huerta in their art.
California
San Onofre’s nuclear waste is stored on the beach: Will another community agree to take it?
San Onofre’s nuclear waste has been stored on a beach for years. This lawmaker wants to find a community willing to take it.
California
Santa Cruz County jail triples free video visits for inmates amid immigration concerns
People held at the Santa Cruz County jail will have increased access to free video visits with family and friends for the next 30 days amid increased U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the region, county officials announced. The Sheriff’s Office has temporarily increased the number of complimentary video visits from two to six […] The post Santa Cruz County jail triples free video visits for inmates amid immigration concerns appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Scammers are spoofing iPhone Duo ordering websites; here's what to look out for
According to a new report, there's been a wave of new websites posing as Apple iPhone Duo ordering pages -- offering discounts, early access and giveaways.
Bay Area
Selma Blair apologizes in video weeks after arrest: 'I take this very seriously'
Selma Blair is speaking out weeks after her arrest.
Bay Area
Silicon Valley billionaires shell out to defeat Proposition 40
Californians are already voting on whether to implement a one-time 5% tax on billionaires that could generate as much as $100 billion toward healthcare and other social services over the next five years. And local billionaires are weighing in — with their wallets. Approximately 200 billionaires in California would be subject to the Proposition 40... The post Silicon Valley billionaires shell out to defeat Proposition 40 appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
Snap Finalizing Settlement to Avoid LA Trial on Addiction Claims
Snap Inc. is finalizing a settlement in a lawsuit filed by two teenagers who say years of compulsive scrolling and posting on the company’s photo-sharing app contributed to their mental health struggles, according to attorneys for the plaintiffs. The agreement, …
California
SoCal moves from Halloween storms to temperatures in the 80s
The Los Angeles Basin saw between a quarter inch and an inch of rain over the weekend. The coming week is set to heat up as more waves could impact the coast starting Thursday.
Technology
Stock market after midterm elections: What S&P 500 history shows
Midterms historically precede a strong year for the S&P 500. What to know if Democrats win back Congress
California
Supreme Court rejects Trump administration's bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots
The appeal by the Trump administration came just before the midterm election, and after federal judges rejected the bid to set aside the 20,000 California ballots.
News
Surprise endorsement in Michigan Senate race a 'huge distraction,' says Rep. Dingell
Michigan Rep. Haley Stevens' decision to back Republican Mike Rogers in the U.S. Senate race has sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party. To discuss the shifting dynamics in the Senate race, Amna Nawaz spoke with Michigan Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell.
News
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the early signals to watch on Election Night
NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's focus on the Reflecting Pool on the day before the election, the last-minute spectacle in the Michigan Senate race and the early signals to watch on Election Night.
Culture
Tate McRae’s ‘Housewife’ Scores Second Week at No. 1 on Billboard Global Charts
Plus, first top 10s for Jamie Miller and Felipe & Rodrigo.
Culture
Tattoo Enthusiasts Have One More Week to Get a Rembrandt Inked for $400 or Less
The event, called “The Poor Man’s Rembrandt Project,” is organized with the legendary tattoo artist Henk Schiffmacher.
Culture
Taylor Swift’s Songs Written for Movies, Ranked (Critic’s Picks)
Swift’s soundtrack credits include Cats , The Hunger Games , Where the Crawdads Sing and more.
Technology
The 18 Best Musician Halloween Costumes This Year
From Tinashe as melatonin to Wednesday as the Addams Family, here are our favorite get-ups this year
Culture
The 22 Best Beauty Advent Calendars of 2026 Have Started Hitting Shelves
The best beauty Advent calendars from Charlotte Tilbury, Liberty London, and more don’t just count down the days, they offer daily skincare, makeup and perfume treasures.
Technology
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is $100 off, matching its best price to date
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is the company’s most capable smartwatch. Whether you intend to put its many tracking features to the test, or you simply want the longest battery life of any Apple Watch, it’s currently on sale for $699.99 ($100 off) in multiple colors at Amazon, matching its all-time low price. Powered by […] The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is the company’s most capable smartwatch. Whether you intend to put its many tracking features to the test, or you simply want the longest battery life of any Apple Watch, it’s currently on sale for $699.99 ($100 off) in multiple colors at Amazon , matching its all-time low price. Apple Watch Ultra 4 Where to Buy: $799 $699 at Amazon Powered by Apple’s new S11 chip (also in the Series 12), the Apple Watch Ultra 4 delivers faster performance than the last-gen version, plus a handful of new Apple Intelligence features. Of note,
Bay Area
The Bay Area Will See Rain on Election Day. Here’s Where Showers Will Be Heaviest
It’s likely to be a wet commute for Bay Area residents on Tuesday, with possible thunder. But the rain won’t last.
California
The Election Fraud Evangelizers Targeting Rural Californians
The Trump administration has been ramping up efforts to find voter fraud in California. Claims of voter fraud can have real-world consequences for communities. Today, Stanford Political Science Professor Justin Grimmer tells us about a group of traveling election skeptics who target mostly rural, conservative communities to spread their claims of fraud. Episode Transcript This … Continue reading The Election Fraud Evangelizers Targeting Rural Californians →
Culture
The Neighbourhood Reacts as ‘Sweater Weather’ Makes Spotify History: ‘It Feels Bigger Than the Band at This Point’
The 2012 single is the streamer's most playlisted song of all time.
Technology
The stock market has gone nowhere for the past 5 months. It’s now looking like a bargain.
The S&P 500’s forward price-to-earnings ratio is below its five-year and 10-year averages.
Technology
The world has a new plan to save nature, but it still needs the money
A new action plan aims to rescue 2030 nature targets as financing remains inadequate.
California
The ‘affordability’ crisis is also a crisis of broken trust in the American Dream
“Affordability” is the gap between what things cost and what you can afford to spend, yes, but it’s more than that.
California
The ‘red mirage’: Why early Republican leads in California races may fade after Tuesday
IT HAPPENS IN CLOSE RACES in almost every major election. Early California returns show Republicans winning or at least faring better than expected. Then, as votes are counted over the following days, the tallies shift in Democrats’ favor. This “blue shift” or “red mirage” isn’t a result of California Democrats “finding votes” or rigging elections, […] The post The ‘red mirage’: Why early Republican leads in California races may fade after Tuesday appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
These CA Election Day rules could block news coverage of voting
Some California counties are issuing guidelines restricting the press from documenting Election Day proceedings at polling places in ways that appear to violate state statutes and the First Amendment.  A coalition of media outlets, led by CalMatters, and a First Amendment advocacy group sent a letter to Kern County raising these concerns, after county elections […]
Technology
Third person dies of bird flu since virus started jumping to livestock
The threat is still considered to be low, but the virus continues to spread.
Technology
This $48 e-paper display can be whatever you want it to be
This DIY e-paper display works in two official ecosystems or on your own server.
Technology
Timbaland Sues Ex-Managers for $15 Million, Fires Back at Claim He Blew Fortune
"Holding someone accountable for the responsibilities they were hired and paid to perform is not shifting blame," a lawyer for the super-producer says
Culture
Timbaland Sues Ex-Managers for $15M Over Accusations of ‘Financial Misconduct’
The veteran hitmaker claims his longtime manager and partner Gary Marella treated him like "a piggy bank" — accusations the manager strongly denies.
Markets
Traders rushing into a leveraged ETF to make a bullish bet on the Nasdaq-100 just got burned
Some investors appeared a little too eager to buy the dip in technology stocks last month.
Technology
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross Are Back at It (Scoring David Fincher Movies)
The duo’s work on The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth will be their sixth collaboration
Technology
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross Scored ‘The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth’
The Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood spinoff directed by David Fincher hits theaters on Nov. 25 and Netflix in December
Technology
Trump Account holders to receive SpaceX stock from Gwynne Shotwell in December
Eligible Trump Account holders will begin receiving donated shares of SpaceX stock in December, President and COO Gwynne Shotwell said in a post on X.
Technology
Trump appointee helped fund Eames museum in Marin County
The museum will transform the bygone Birkenstock campus along Highway 101.
Technology
Trump focuses on Reflecting Pool in final public speech before midterms
Trump seemed to acknowledge that Democrats had an advantage heading into Election Day. "But we gave this a very strong shot," he said.
Bay Area
Trump spends the day before midterm Election Day promoting his Reflecting Pool makeover
President Donald Trump traveled to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to address voters on the final day before the Tuesday midterm elections.
California
Two California college students injured in deadly train crash in Spain
Two Cal Poly San Luis Obispo students were injured in a train crash in Spain that killed at least 69 people last week.
Technology
UK Circular Economy Could Generate 1 Million Jobs by 2035
WRAP says circular sectors have the potential to produce billions in gross value added productivity by 2035.
California
UPDATE: Two people killed, others wounded in shooting at Moss Landing State Beach
Two people were shot and killed at Moss Landing State Beach in Monterey County early Monday morning and two others were injured. The circumstances around the shooting were being investigated by the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Monday, along with California State Parks police. Spokespeople for the agencies provided few details about the shooting in a […] The post UPDATE: Two people killed, others wounded in shooting at Moss Landing State Beach appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Valkyries to celebrate WNBA title with San Francisco parade Wednesday
The Golden State Valkyries have announced details of a parade along San Francisco’s waterfront that will be held Wednesday to celebrate winning the Women’s National Basketball Association championship on Saturday. The Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals in front of a home crowd at Chase Center in San […] The post Valkyries to celebrate WNBA title with San Francisco parade Wednesday appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Vanguard Claims Administration Acquires Missouri’s Gibson
Vanguard Claims Administration has acquired the business of Gibson & Associates Professional Claims Management, Inc., a Springfield, Missouri-based third-party administrator with a 25-year history in the Lloyd’s and domestic markets. The transaction closed on Oct. 30, 2026. Gibson has built …
Markets
Viewpoint: Money for Crop Insurance, Money for Farmers
Precisely two weeks prior to the November 3 midterm elections, the administration announced the creation of a new government program for farmers, the US Department of Agriculture’s “Harvest Fuel Relief Program.” This provides $8 billion in federal subsidies to farmers, …
Markets
Wall Street’s most hated stocks are faring far better than its favorites
The thrashing that Wall Street’s artificial-intelligence darlings have taken over the past few months has led to an unusual situation in the U.S. stock market.
Technology
Walmart Pumps $6B Into Robotics Partnership
The deal with Symbotic retrofits existing regional distribution centers, while the retail giant is investing $400 million in a new San Antonio-area fulfillment center.
Culture
Want to Take Your Voting Plan from Drab to Fab? Tack On A Little Treat
Voting in U.S. elections is both an increasingly urgent civic duty and—let’s be honest—a bit of a drag at times. How to combat that? By turning a trip to your polling place into a full-on outing.
Markets
Want to help your adult kids and grandkids? Give them money while you’re still alive.
How to manage “giving while living” without endangering your own retirement.
News
Washington state resident dies from bird flu following exposure to infected cattle
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the risk to the general public is low and urges precautions for those in contact with sick or dead birds.
Science
Washington state resident dies from bird flu following exposure to infected cattle
A person in Washington state has died from complications of the bird flu, the first such U.S. death in a year.
Technology
Watch Aerosmith Play ‘Walk This Way’ With Run-DMC at Final Hollywood Bowl Show
Steven Tyler shot down Bill Burr’s assertion they’d never play again. “At the end of the fuckin’ world, there will only be cockroaches, Aerosmith, and I guess Bill Burr!”
Technology
What Elizabeth Holmes’ Beauty Evolution Reveals About Her Persona
WWD takes a closer look at her beauty now and then as Nathan Fielder's "You Can See Everything" shines a new light on the Theranos founder.
Bay Area
When will the Golden State Valkyries parade be? Here's what to know
After Golden State Valkyries achieved an historic win, beating the Atlanta Dream, 68-63, Saturday night at Ballhalla, the team announced details of their championship parade! Here's what to know about the time, place, street closures, and fan opportunities and more.
California
Where Is the Valkyries Official Championship Parade on Wednesday — and How Can You Be There?
From the parade route to timing, here's what to know about the city’s Wednesday celebration honoring the Valkyries' WNBA championship win.
News
Where the battle for Congress stands heading into Election Day
Candidates spent the day making their final pitches to voters following a weekend of last-minute rallies and a high-profile Democratic defection in Michigan. President Trump delivered his closing message in Washington at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after days of campaigning in mostly red states. Lisa Desjardins reports.
Technology
Who Does Halloween Better: The Best Looks From the East and West Coast’s Biggest Bashes
Stars brought their A-game to Heidi Klum's New York City party and the Sprouses' first spooky celebration in Los Angeles.
Science
Why health insurance premiums are rising, according to experts
Annual premiums for employer-provided healthcare coverage are expected to rise sharply next year, with workers shouldering more of the costs.
Technology
Why large dogs age faster than small ones, and other October research highlights
Plus invisible tattoos, medieval skeleton gets an ID, trapping a single antimatter particle, and more.
Culture
Winter Is Coming—It’s Time to Embrace the Personality Coat
Recently, the likes of Jennifer Lawrence, Dakota Johnson, and Celine Dion have been all in on personality-filled coats that refuse to trade weather preparedness for standout silhouettes, unexpected colors, and funky patterns.
Bay Area
With premiums on the rise, what to know as ACA coverage open enrollment begins
Over the weekend, open enrollment began in most states for those who buy their health insurance though the Affordable Care Act marketplace. Here's what you need to know.
Science
Women travel thousands of miles for a reproductive moonshot. Scientists say they’ve been misled
Pioneering IVF technique to reduce the risk of children inheriting mitochondrial diseases is being marketed as a fertility procedure for older women, despite little evidence it works.
Technology
Yaeji Plots a Dance Dance Revolution in New Single “DDR”
The singer-producer’s first song of the year is a collaboration with Enayet and K Wata
California
Zainab Johnson breaks boundaries for Black female comedians—with some help from an opossum
In her new special, "Toxically Optimistic," comedian Zainab Johnson turns a recurring backyard opossum into an unexpected story about challenging audiences' assumptions.
News
Zelenskyy on his 'emotional' relationship with Trump and fighting Russia
A Russian strike on an aid station and shelter killed at least 26 people in southern Ukraine on Monday. It was the latest in an unceasing series of Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities and the civilians living there. Before the bombing, Amna Nawaz spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as the war remains at a stalemate both on the battlefield and at the negotiating table.
News
¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Pronto, las universidades tendrán que facilitar a los estudiantes la solicitud de más ayuda financiera, así como ser más transparentes en cuanto a cómo calculan el coste de la matrícula. Una nueva ley […] The post ¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
Bay Area
¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Pronto, las universidades tendrán que facilitar a los estudiantes la solicitud de más ayuda financiera, así como ser más transparentes en cuanto a cómo calculan el coste de la matrícula. Una nueva ley […] The post ¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
California
¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla
Una nueva ley de California exigirá que las universidades informen claramente a los estudiantes sobre cómo solicitar ayuda financiera adicional si consideran que la cantidad otorgada no es suficiente. Las instituciones también deberán publicar cómo calculan los costos de asistencia, que se utilizan para determinar la cantidad de ayuda financiera que reciben los estudiantes.
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¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Pronto, las universidades tendrán que facilitar a los estudiantes la solicitud de más ayuda financiera, así como ser más transparentes en cuanto a cómo calculan el coste de la matrícula. Una nueva ley […] The post ¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla appeared first on The Almanac .
Bay Area
¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Pronto, las universidades tendrán que facilitar a los estudiantes la solicitud de más ayuda financiera, así como ser más transparentes en cuanto a cómo calculan el coste de la matrícula. Una nueva ley […] The post ¿Necesitas más ayuda financiera para la universidad? Esta nueva ley te facilitará solicitarla appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
Bay Area
¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión”
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La papeleta del 3 de noviembre es extensa y está repleta de contiendas trascendentales. Pero hay algo que la mayoría de los votantes de California no verán: mucho revuelo en torno a las […] The post ¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión” appeared first on Mountain View Voice .
News
¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión”
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La papeleta del 3 de noviembre es extensa y está repleta de contiendas trascendentales. Pero hay algo que la mayoría de los votantes de California no verán: mucho revuelo en torno a las […] The post ¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión” appeared first on Redwood City Pulse .
Bay Area
¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión”
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La papeleta del 3 de noviembre es extensa y está repleta de contiendas trascendentales. Pero hay algo que la mayoría de los votantes de California no verán: mucho revuelo en torno a las […] The post ¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión” appeared first on Palo Alto Online .
California
¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión”
Miembros de consejos escolares citaron una serie de razones para no presentarse a la reelección, entre ellas la preocupación por los recortes presupuestarios y los conflictos laborales, las redadas de inmigración que afectan a las escuelas y a los jóvenes, y un clima político hostil en general.
News
¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión”
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La papeleta del 3 de noviembre es extensa y está repleta de contiendas trascendentales. Pero hay algo que la mayoría de los votantes de California no verán: mucho revuelo en torno a las […] The post ¿Por qué los miembros del consejo escolar no se presentan a la reelección? “Mucha desilusión” appeared first on The Almanac .
Bay Area
‘A window into the future’: Marin flooding has scientists in butt-clench mode
October’s unusually high tides swamped Marin. With king tides and El Niño storms ahead, the worst may be yet to come.
Technology
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Disney Night Rescheduled Ahead of Midterms: When and Where to Watch Online
Cynthia Erivo joins this week's judging panel, while co-hosts Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro will participate in the evening's highly-anticipated team dances.
Culture
‘Monday Night Football’ 2026: How to Watch Chicago Bears vs. Seattle Seahawks Live Online Free
Watch the CHI Bears take on the SEA Seahawks on Monday, Nov. 2 — and possible celebrity sightings at the game.
Bay Area
‘Section 415’ podcast: The Valkyries’ 2-year journey from WNBA startup to champions
Gabby Williams’ 30-point performance in Game 7 of the Finals helped Golden State clinch its first title.
Markets
‘She’s a Type A personality’: My stepmother wants me to repay my late father’s $40,000 wedding gift. Should I oblige?
“About two months after his funeral, my stepmother called and said she wanted the money back.”