California Archives - Page 70 of 179

Art

Brilliant color and dynamic forms define Orin Carpenter’s poignant paintings

Mary Corbin - May 3, 2021

The Northern California artist addresses social issues and identity in his wide-ranging, spiritually-rooted work

Housing

Supes challenge planners over construction on toxic sites

Tim Redmond - May 2, 2021

Resolution points to Planning Department's record of allowing new luxury housing despite hazards. Plus: Why City College matters. That's The Agenda for May 3-9

Labor

Gig workers aren’t getting the healthcare they were promised

Garrett Leahy - April 29, 2021

Survey shows that most rideshare and delivery drivers are unable to access the benefits under Prop. 22

Music

Living Large: A tribute to Shock G from a Bay Area kid

Alan Chazaro - April 29, 2021

Outlandish rapper's gleeful freedom presented an alternative form of masculinity for a Mexican American fifth grader.

News + Politics

When the cops give misleading information about killing people

Tim Redmond - April 28, 2021

A man in Alameda died after officers knelt on his neck -- but that's not what the Police Department told us.

Opinion

If we don’t have to wear masks outdoors, how will we angrily judge each other?

Marke B. - April 28, 2021

The CDC rolls back restrictions for activities and small gatherings. Now what will we use to measure our moral superiority?

Food & Drink

Good Taste: Guac noods, sisig dogs, and egg tart ice cream

Tamara Palmer - April 27, 2021

Plus: Pro-AAPI bake sales, a superheroic sandwich, and the best cheese rolls this side of Porto’s

News + Politics

Herrera moves to PUC, giving Breed a chance to appoint a new city attorney

Tim Redmond - April 26, 2021

Dramatic move could shake up local politics and impact public policy for years to come.

Labor

AAA insurance agents in California are seeking to unionize

Garrett Leahy - April 26, 2021

Complaints about pay and working conditions drive effort to form a union among giant nonprofit's insurance employees.

Music

In memory of Shock G, the Piano Man

Tamara Palmer - April 26, 2021

The death of a Bay Area funk and rap legend hits home

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