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5 Must-Read Books by Black Authors
From literary fiction to informative nonfiction, these books by Black authors are must-reads.
Bay Area High Schoolers Learn About Local Water Sources
Pilot program funded by Alameda County and East Bay Municipal Utilities District brings water education to classrooms.
Oakland Chef Brings Modern Native American Cuisine to the Bay Area
Crystal Wahpepah's restaurant Wahpepah's Kitchen celebrates Indigenous food traditions with a contemporary twist.
Crime
Bribery and Perjury Case Against Bay Area Detective in Limbo Before Trial
Prosecutors' shifting stances delay the start of the trial against Oakland police detective Phong Tran.
Math Teacher Sues Oakland School for $4M After Sexual Misconduct Charges Dropped
Jeremy Taylor claims the school rushed its investigation and ignored flaws in his accuser's claims.
Thief Squatted in Oakland City Hall Before Stealing Mayor's $75K SUV
The suspect was living inside the building for four days before taking the vehicle, authorities say.
Health
Kaiser Permanente Workers End 4-Week Strike
Nurses and other health care workers reach deal on wage increases after walkout in California and Hawaii
Sutter's Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Names New CEO
Trevor Brand to assume role on March 30, partnering with chief medical executive Ursula Boynton.
Kaiser Permanente Workers End 4-Week Strike in California and Hawaii
Estimated 31,000 nurses and other healthcare workers to return to work after reaching deal on wages and staffing
Politics
Alameda County's Measure W Funds Finally Flowing to Housing After Delays
Lawsuit held up $1 billion in tax revenue for years, but money is now being used for homelessness services and new developments.
Bay Area Immigrant Truck Drivers Concerned Amid Crackdown on Commercial Licenses
Trucking company owner says immigrant drivers are being "targeted" and "harassed" by federal policies.
Attorneys General Sue to Block Trump Administration's Changes to Childhood Vaccine Schedule
California and 14 other states file lawsuit challenging new CDC policy that strips seven vaccines of their recommended status
Entertainment
Alysa Liu Embraces 'Quirked Up' Label After SNL Skit
The Olympic gold medalist figure skater reacted positively to being called 'quirked up' on Saturday Night Live.
Ariana Grande Skipping SAG's 2026 Actor Awards Due to Tour Rehearsals
The 'Wicked: For Good' star is nominated but will miss the ceremony to prepare for her upcoming tour.
Golden Gate Park's 2026 Free Concert Season Kickoff
Illuminate LIVE returns to the Golden Gate Bandshell with more free outdoor concerts.
