Tax season is upon us and there are some new changes you should know
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This episode of Bay Area All Local covers a range of regional stories, with a spotlight on the upcoming tax filing deadline and the significant changes affecting filers this year. Robin Caruso of Prager Mattis CPAs highlights key updates, including the $40,000 cap on the SALT deduction for California taxpayers and the importance of seeking professional help amid complex tax code changes. The segment underscores that many individuals are still scrambling to prepare, making timely advice crucial. Beyond taxes, the episode features diverse local news: the passing of transit visionary Rod Diridon, a deadly water rescue on the Russian River, and a new goat cuddle zone in San Francisco’s Bayview neighborhood. Other segments explore rising gas prices in California, a gender pay gap in women’s football, and ongoing efforts to improve urban parking in San Francisco’s Sunset District. The episode blends civic updates with human-interest stories, reflecting the Bay Area’s dynamic landscape.
California taxpayers should be aware of the $40,000 cap on the SALT deduction and consider professional help when filing.
Rising gas prices—averaging over $6 in San Francisco—are straining household budgets, with fuel costs being a fixed expense.
The new goat cuddle zone in the Bayview offers community engagement and fire risk reduction through natural grazing.
Women’s football players in the WNFC, like those on the Golden State Storm, are unpaid despite full-time athletic commitment.
San Francisco’s Sunset District is exploring angled parking to ease chronic parking shortages amid infrastructure changes.
Tax Season Updates and Key Changes
“For California filers who are itemizing, she says one of the biggest changes includes the SALT deduction. people can take up to $40,000.”
Legacy of Rod Diridon and Transit Vision
The passing of Rod Diridon, a pioneering figure in Silicon Valley transit, is honored with tributes from local officials and reflections on his lasting impact on regional infrastructure.
Water Safety Warnings on the Russian River
“That river is deep with a strong current, and it's cold too. Those temperatures haven't come up with the warmth we feel outside.”
AI Regulation and Safety at Salesforce
“Nobody is farther ahead in one area or the other. They all need to be paying attention to how aggressive these models can get.”
Promoting Healthy Lifestyles with Athletes
El Camino Hospital partners with the San Jose Earthquakes to promote physical activity and healthy eating among youth, using athletes as role models to combat sedentary lifestyles.
“Nobody is farther ahead in one area or the other. They all need to be paying attention to how aggressive these models can get.”
“She's commuting from the Sacramento area. Many of her teammates have several hour-long drives to get to practices in Oakland three times a week.”
“Cost for fuel is kind of a fixed thing for a lot of people. People got to go to work, people got to go to school.”
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KCBS Radio
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Rod Diridon
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Russian River
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Golden State Storm
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Mark Benioff
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Sonoma County Sheriff's Department
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SALT Deduction
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Robin Caruso
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Salesforce
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City Grazing
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