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September 29, 2025
Keeping the synapses snappin’
Her recently assigned textbooks include Contested Histories in Public Spaces and Fighting Over the Founders.
As Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez commented in his recent profile of tennis legend Billie Jean King, “Yeah, what a slacker.” King...
September 1, 2025
Best of the East Bay 2025 celebrates a rooted renaissance
In an era defined by disconnection and distraction, we find ourselves drawn more than ever to what grounds us: truth, art, food, love and place. For our annual Best of the East Bay issue, with a special...
September 1, 2025
Bolden leads by listening
Representing a prime catch for UC Berkeley, journalist Michael Bolden assumed his position as the School of Journalism’s eighth permanent dean on Aug. 1. He brings to the Bay Area multifaceted experience and a particular devotion to...
September 1, 2025
Transitions: When a daughter becomes a son
I just wanted to say how proud I am, proud of the young woman you’ve become.”
There was a pause as my daughter took what I said in. Then she began to tremble, big wet tears rolling down...
June 27, 2025
Sharing sound, stage and story
We journey near and far this issue, with a focus on travel and entertainment. Summer brings greater possibility of both, so we aim to provide options and inspirations for readers. We also explore the preservation of local...
April 29, 2025
Permission granted to savor all senses
The first time I entered the dark and vibey realm of Uptown’s Bar Shiru, I was transported. The whole space is a shrine to jazz, where vinyl records are revered by a world-class sound system, thoughtful curation...
March 3, 2025
Moving forward in celebration of Women’s History Month
The daffodils are usually the first to arrive in my backyard. After a very cold and rainy winter, I’m delighted by the sudden appearance of their delicate white petals and bright orange center—the closest thing to a...
