By Richard Davis, AICP Candidate, July 27, 2026

Santa Cruz County is again highlighted as one of the least affordable housing markets, underscoring the pressure facing local renters, buyers, and policymakers.
Published by: Santa Cruz Sentinel

New employment data shows job losses across both the Bay Area and California, raising fresh concerns about the region’s economic momentum.
Published by: Mercury News

Redwood City is widening the scope of its downtown planning effort, with a renewed focus on Woodside Road connections and a more pedestrian-friendly Broadway.
Published by: San Mateo Daily Journal

East Bay students are pushing for cooler, safer schoolyards as extreme heat and heat-island effects become growing concerns for local campuses.
Published by: KneeDeep Times

Oakland’s community-led traffic safety program has completed just three projects in two years, prompting questions about implementation speed and neighborhood safety needs.
Published by: The Oaklandside
