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The Little-Known Naval History of the Nimitz House
Nov 11, 2026 · 22 min
You might not know it, but there’s a grand mansion hiding under the Bay Bridge, and it has deep ties to Yerba Buena’s naval history. For Veteran’s Day, we are bringing back a story reported by our producer Gabriela Glueck for the Bay Curious podcast. We’ll learn more about the house’s namesake, meet a retired Navy officer who used to live there, and understand how the Bay Bridge fits into the pict
For the First Time, 16-17 Year Olds Voted in Albany
Nov 9, 2026 · 18 min
For most adults, the election buzz is long over. But for teenagers in a few East Bay cities, the life-long thrill of voting has just begun. In Albany, 16 and 17 year olds voted in public elections for the first time, following a growing movement to expand youth’s right to vote in local elections. Today, The Bay follows a group of trailblazing teenagers who rallied to get out the vote among their p
‘This is a Historic Moment’: Sounds from the Valkyries Parade
Nov 6, 2026 · 16 min
This week, thousands of Golden State Valkyries fans came together along San Francisco’s waterfront to celebrate the team’s championship victory. The win comes just two seasons into the franchise’s existence but the Valks fanbase is already something of a phenomenon. Today, we take you to the parade and hear from fans. Links: Valkyries Parade Draws Thousands to San Francisco’s Embarcadero
Election Night at KQED
Nov 4, 2026 · 17 min
This year’s midterm elections are consequential for Bay Area residents. From the governor’s race to statewide propositions and local measures, we give you a snapshot of election night from inside the KQED newsroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Election Fraud Evangelizers Targeting Rural Californians
Nov 2, 2026 · 27 min
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega
Measure P in Marin, Why School Board Races Matter, and the Fate of the Historic Dunsmuir Estate
Oct 30, 2026 · 19 min
In this edition of The Bay’s monthly news roundup, we discuss Marin County’s Measure P, a parcel tax to increase access to childcare, and why school board races might actually be more important than you think. We also discuss the fate of the iconic Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate just south of Oakland. Some say the once grand mansion has taken a turn for the worse. Links: As Costs Crush Famili
Scott Wiener and Connie Chan Fight to Represent SF in Congress
Oct 28, 2026 · 23 min
For decades, Nancy Pelosi has represented San Francisco in Congress. Now she’s retiring, making way for a truly competitive race for California’s 11th Congressional District. Today, we talk about the candidates — San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan and state Sen. Scott Wiener — and discuss how they differ on the big issues. Links: KQED’s Voter Guide Prop Fest: A collaboration between T
Can SF’s Empty Offices Be Housing?
Oct 26, 2026 · 21 min
After hollowing out during the pandemic, San Francisco’s office vacancy rate is hovering at around 30%. Pair that volume of empty space with an escalating housing crisis, and it’s enough to make you wonder: Could you turn those empty offices into apartments? Today, we talk with two developers about what it actually takes to make these conversion projects a reality. Learn more about your ad choices
BOUNCE: How The Bay Shaped Golden State Valkyries’ Gabby Williams
Oct 23, 2026 · 22 min
As the Golden State Valkyries prepare for Game 4 of the WNBA finals Saturday, KALW’s BOUNCE introduces us to the team’s star player, Gabby Williams. From her roots in Oakland to her leadership as an out, queer player, host Erin Lim tells us more about the forces that have shaped her into the player and person she is today. Links: BOUNCE: The Rise of Women’s Professional Sports Valkyries Fans
The Federal Corruption Trial Against Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
Oct 21, 2026 · 19 min
The federal corruption trial against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao kicked off this month. Thao and her three codefendants — Andre Jones, David Doung, and Andy Doung — are facing conspiracy and bribery charges. Prosecutors allege that the group engaged in a quid pro quo to advance the Doungs’ companies in exchange for money and support for Thao’s 2022 mayoral campaign. KQED’s Alex Hall joins us t
One Key To California's Climate Goals? How We Cook
Oct 19, 2026 · 19 min
The vast majority of commercial kitchens in California — some 85% — rely on gas to power their appliances. But scientists say that will have to change if the state hopes to reach its goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. Bay Area food franchise Flour + Water is one of many local shops leading the charge away from gas appliances. In today’s episode, KQED reporter Azul Dahlstrom-Eckman
Why Angel Island Needs Fire
Oct 16, 2026 · 23 min
In September, prescribed burns on Angel Island sent smoke and at-times dangerous air quality to residents around the Bay Area. While Air District officials want to improve controlled burns on the island, environmental managers say the recent burn was a win. Today, Bay Nature reporter Daniella Garcia-Loos Almeida takes us on a journey to Angel Island to see the burn area through the eyes of th
School Districts Are Housing Teachers. Could It Help?
Oct 14, 2026 · 22 min
Just last month, San Mateo County announced that they’d bought an apartment building to house teachers and school staff. It is just one recent example of local school districts working to tackle the affordability crisis with workforce housing. This episode first published April 20, 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Millions for What? Inside California’s Secretive Earmark Process
Oct 12, 2026 · 18 min
What do martial artists, mime performers, and a farmers market have in common? They all received millions of dollars from the state budget this past summer. The money was earmarked for them, set aside as part of a longstanding and opaque budget process that CalMatters’ reporter Stella Yu has spent a long time trying to understand. Links: How a gym, a farmers market and MMA fighters landed milli
Prop 45: Faster Environmental Reviews for Certain Projects
Oct 9, 2026 · 17 min
The California Environmental Quality Act, or CEQA, requires state and local agencies to consider the environmental impact of public and private projects. Prop 45 would change CEQA by speeding up environmental reviews for certain projects such as housing, roads, bridges, and broadband centers. Additional Resources: Read the transcript for this episode Catch up on all of Prop Fest 2026 Your su
Prop 44: Health Clinic Spending Requirements
Oct 8, 2026 · 16 min
There are about 2,000 community clinics providing health care in California, serving low-income and underinsured patients and funded partially by our tax dollars. But one healthcare workers union, SEIU-UHW West, says these clinics aren't spending enough of their money on patients. Prop 44 would change that by mandating that clinics spend at least 90% of their revenue on healthcare services, or fa
Prop 43: Local Tax Voter Threshold
Oct 7, 2026 · 19 min
Right now in California, if citizens put a tax measure on the ballot for local government services, it requires a simple majority — 50% plus 1 — to pass. Prop 43 would raise that threshold. If passed, these kinds of tax measures would require a two-thirds majority of support instead. Additional Resources: Read the transcript for this episode Catch up on all of Prop Fest 2026 Your support m
Prop 42: Bans New Taxes on Financial Assets
Oct 6, 2026 · 16 min
Prop 42 is another ballot measure designed to compete with Prop 40, the billionaire wealth tax. If passed, California would ban new taxes on financial assets like retirement accounts, stock portfolios, or other personal property like art. If Prop 42 and Prop 40 pass, but 42 receives more votes, then Prop 40 would be nullified. Additional Resources: Read the transcript for this episode. Catch
Prop 41: Require Audits of New Special Taxes
Oct 6, 2026 · 15 min
As happens so often in California, there are initiatives on your ballot that are competing with other initiatives on your ballot. Prop 41, which would require audits of new special taxes, is one of them. You may have heard of Prop 40, the billionaire wealth tax. If Prop 41 receives more votes, then Prop 40 would be nullified — even if both pass. Additional Resources: Read the transcript for
Prop 40: One-Time Wealth Tax on Billionaires
Oct 5, 2026 · 25 min
Proposition 40 is a one-time 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires. If passed, 90% of the revenue would go to healthcare, while the other 10% would help fund public education and food assistance programs. Additional Resources: LISTEN: The Union Man Taking on the Democratic Establishment with a Billionaire Tax LISTEN: Stanford Economist Makes the Case Against California's Billionaire Tax