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Why Piedmont Isn't Part of Oakland

Is This Craft Night the Hottest Party in Alameda?

Community-building through shared hobbies offers a vital antidote to the isolation exacerbated by the pandemic and digital-first lifestyles. Engaging in consistent, low-stakes activities—such as the "Jenny and Cabbage" craft nights in Alameda—creates spontaneous, positive interactions that foster genuine social connect...

Why Oakland Unified Is Banning Cellphones

‘We’re Not Fighting This Alone’: Gilroy and Beyond Pushes Back Against Planned ICE Facility

Outside Lands Is Upon Us. Where Does All That Trash Go?

SF Is Quietly Removing 911 Peer Responders

Going to the Beach? Beware of Sneaker Waves

Sneaker waves represent a significant, unpredictable hazard along the Bay Area coastline, characterized by long-period swells that strike with unexpected force and volume. These waves often coincide with dangerous rip currents, creating life-threatening situations for beachgoers who may be swept into the water without ...

Life, Automated: A New Podcast About Our Tech-Driven World

Artificial intelligence and automation are fundamentally reshaping human existence, raising existential questions about career paths, creative expression, and family life. By 2026, algorithms dictate personalized education for children and create professional pressure to either adopt or resist AI tools in the workplace...

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It's Time for Our July Break

The Bay is taking a scheduled hiatus for the month of July to conduct long-term planning, develop new content strategies, and recruit a new producer. This break from the three-times-a-week production cycle allows the team to prepare for upcoming programming before returning to a regular schedule on Monday, August 3rd. ...

Giants’ Pride Controversy, Data Center in Pittsburg, and Youth-Backed Improvements to SF Bus Route

Producer Jessica Kariisa Says Goodbye to The Bay

Jessica Kariisa, a producer for the podcast The Bay, reflects on her departure from the Bay Area and her transformative experience living in San Jose. Despite initial suggestions to settle in San Francisco or Oakland, she found a profound sense of belonging in San Jose’s Japantown, where she cultivated community throug...

How Will Artists Adapt to AI in the Music Industry?

AI-generated music is increasingly infiltrating streaming platforms, sparking significant concerns regarding the future of human labor and creative authenticity in the music industry. While early generative AI functioned as a supportive tool for songwriting, current models like Suno and Udio are designed to replace hum...

When We All Get to Heaven: Inside a Queer SF Church During the AIDS Crisis

‘We’re Still Here’: Celebrating Juneteenth in the Fillmore

The South Bay Plays Host to the World Cup

The FIFA World Cup has transformed the Bay Area into a vibrant hub for international soccer fans, with San Jose emerging as a central location for community watch parties. San Pedro Square has become a focal point, drawing diverse crowds to experience matches on large screens, creating an atmosphere described as unique...

What Will Pacifica Do With Its Iconic Pier?

The Immigrant Youth Finding Safety in Local Soccer Leagues

Why California Takes Forever to Count Ballots

Trans Kids and the People Who Love Them