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City
May 8, 2026

Exit Interview | Director of Planning and Building Kevin Jackson says farewell to Piedmont

Jackson reflects on the challenges of meeting the state's housing goals, the city's climate plan -- and his early start on stage and screen.
High School
May 8, 2026

Piedmont rowers power Oakland Strokes to historic weekend at Southwest Regionals

Nine athletes headed to youth nationals; more than a dozen are bound for collegiate rowing programs.
High School
May 6, 2026

Boys lacrosse | Richmond scores golden goal in OT

Highlanders advance in NCS playoffs.
Around Town
May 5, 2026

Photos | Play Like a Girl+, now with water sports

An overcast day did not deter families from coming out for PRD's popular event.
Schools
May 5, 2026

Spring Fling 2026 Gala: ‘A Night Licensed to Give’ raises record funds for Piedmont elementary schools

The event brought in over $100K to support programs across all three schools, including field trip transportation, structured play initiatives, and counseling services.
  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure H

    Piedmont's parcel tax is now a critical part of the school district's budget.

  • The Blotter | Road rage incident ends up in Piedmont

    Plus: two drivers arrested for DUIs.

  • Amy Hillyard remains missing; reward for information now at $25,000

    Hillyard, known to many in the Oakland/Piedmont community, disappeared on March 25.

Health + Science + Environment

  • In California governor race, single-payer is a litmus test. There’s still no way to pay for it.
  • Folsom museum director Rita Mukherjee named CEO of Chabot Space & Science Center
  • Sham hospice schemes are bilking Medicare — and harming California seniors

LIFESTYLE

  • Best Bets: Free Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, Sarah Cahill, Zainab Johnson
  • Review: Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ tour is on fire in San Francisco
  • $1M gift to Oakland Museum of California includes more than 100 Edith Heath ceramics
  • Pianist Lara Downes and friends explore American music history at Cal Performances
  • Movies: CAAMFest, San Francisco Silent Film Festival, ‘Erupcja,’ ‘Our Land’
  • PEBCC’s training department spring recitals are Saturday, May 9
  • Myles Thatcher’s ‘Mayfly’ premieres in SF Ballet School Spring Festival
  • Local Lit | Top tips for May

Elections

  • Letter to the Editor | Measure H essential to the student experience
  • Letter to the Editor | Measure H essential to attract excellent teachers
  • Voters to decide fate of $8M annual parcel tax for Peralta Community College District
  • Who wants to be California’s insurance commissioner? Your guide to the candidates
  • Letter to the Editor | Why Measure H is vital for every Piedmont resident
  • 3 Alameda County school districts ask voters to approve funding measures on June ballot

AROUND TOWN

  • Obituary | Beloved Piedmont Grocery team member dies

    Sarah B. was a longtime cashier and remembered fondly by countless store customers.

  • Conservation | ‘No Mow May’ to protect bees and butterflies

    Give your lawn a rest this month to help pollinators.

  • Pickin’ with Rick | May 12 at PRD

    All are welcome for a relaxing evening of guitar with Rick Schiller and Jules Leyhe.

  • Montclair’s A Great Good Place for Books to close

    After 20 years, owner Kathleen Caldwell says the economics of running a bookstore simply no long work.

  • ‘The Ramen Girl’ is Flix Fest’s May pick

    Piedmont's free film series meets on the second Thursday of each month at 801 Magnolia.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Olive is a rescue shepherd mix who loves the beach and making friends.

  • Piedmont Profile | ‘Diversity Detective’ David Oppenheimer

    In an interview with the Exedra, Oppenheimer traces the intellectual history of diversity principles going back 200 years.

  • PEBCC’s training department spring recitals are Saturday, May 9

    The choir's youngest members perform at First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley.

  • Local with Lisa | Loonen Water #soda #lemonade #mocktail

    [SPONSORED VIDEO] Meet the Piedmont mom behind the product you've probably seen at Mulberry's Market.

  • A little drizzle doesn’t dampen Food Fest fun

    It was unusually overcast for the fifth annual event in Piedmont Park this Saturday.

  • Tess English selected as new Piedmont Council scout executive

    English joins scouting in Piedmont after leadership roles in Florida, Texas, Utah, and Arizona.

  • PIE donates over $5K to PRD Sidekicks program

    Piedmonters for Inclusive Education Board President Betty Rojas said Sidekicks is a vital program for families with neurodivergent children.

  • New community pool landscaping is a dramatic swing to drought-tolerant native plants

    The city and the Piedmont Beautification Foundation are collaborating on a new planting strategy in town.

  • Piedmont Profile | Larry Tramutola, political strategist and organizer

    Over several decades in the Bay Area, Tramutola has carved himself a niche as a widely recognized and effective player in two rough and unforgiving worlds.

CITY NEWS

  • Exit Interview | Director of Planning and Building Kevin Jackson says farewell to Piedmont

    Jackson reflects on the challenges of meeting the state's housing goals, the city's climate plan -- and his early start on stage and screen.

  • Director of Planning and Building Kevin Jackson to retire

    Jackson was honored for his more than 20 years of service to the city at Monday's City Council meeting.

  • May Cop on the Block

    See where to find a local police officer this month at one of the department's casual meet-ups for residents.

  • In the News | A Dearing memorial isn’t enough, writes Bruce’s Beach attorney in SF Chronicle

    George Fatheree's April 27 guest opinion argues for economic reparations for the Dearing family.

  • Park Commission names 3 new Heritage Trees

    Gingko trees on King Avenue, seen here in their brilliant fall foliage, were among those designated.

  • Photos | Arbor Day celebration

    Organizers teamed up with a local group that fosters stronger connections to nature among children.

  • City anticipates Dearing Memorial to be completed by end of 2026

    Its final form and materials are yet to be established.

  • Pool so popular city asks visitors to consider off-peak hours

    Plus: Summer swim lesson and class registration opens April 21 for Piedmont residents.

  • It’s official: Piedmont’s community pool is open for business

    Weekend rain suppresses crowd but aquatics team is all smiles welcoming first swimmers.

  • Winners of inaugural Wildfire Resilience Awards show what wildfire-conscious homes and gardens can look like

    Sustainability awardees honored at Monday event; including new award for fire-smart landscapes that also showcase garden aesthetics.

  • The Blotter | One suspect arrested in Scenic Ave. assault, robbery

    Second suspect at large in follow-up to the residential burglary that took place last month.

  • City Council makes 19 appointments to Commissions and Committees

    A reception on April 20 will recognize outgoing commissioners and other city volunteers.

SCHOOLS

  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure H

    Piedmont's parcel tax is now a critical part of the school district's budget.

  • UC Berkeley hit by hackers; massive computer system down at Cal State

    News sources reported the ShinyHunters hackers also sent ransom notes to other schools around the country.

  • University of California, Cal State systems restrict Canvas access after hack

    Hackers claimed to have stolen more than 3.65 terabytes of student data.

  • Spring Fling 2026 Gala: ‘A Night Licensed to Give’ raises record funds for Piedmont elementary schools

    The event brought in over $100K to support programs across all three schools, including field trip transportation, structured play initiatives, and counseling services.

  • Students, teachers tell City Council they need more parking options

    Parking in and around the Civic Center has been a topic of debate for the last several years.

  • Letter to the Editor | Strong schools support community connection

    Keep the student experience exceptional and support Measure H, writes PHS sophomore Olivia Stevens.

  • Registration for PUSD Summer Adventures and sports camps now open

    PUSD offers two sessions of teacher-led summer enrichment programs, full and half-day, serving students kindergarten through 9th grade.

  • Letter to the Editor | Measure H essential to attract excellent teachers

    Small class sizes and more are made possible by the school parcel tax, write PUSD parents Laura Maestrelli and Dustin Frazier.

  • APT invites parent input on 2027-2028 school year calendar

    While next year's calendar is set, the district is still working on an agreement for the following year.

  • PHS mourns loss of Latanya Lloyd, longtime front office staffer

    Lloyd died unexpectedly on April 11.

SPORTS

  • Piedmont rowers power Oakland Strokes to historic weekend at Southwest Regionals

    Nine athletes headed to youth nationals; more than a dozen are bound for collegiate rowing programs.

  • Boys lacrosse | Richmond scores golden goal in OT

    Highlanders advance in NCS playoffs.

  • Boys golf | Piedmont takes fifth at WACC

    Highlanders finish season strong.

  • Softball | Highlanders split on the road

    Piedmont wins at Hayward.

  • Mountain biking | Historic day for Piedmont at Stafford Lake

    Team finished third overall for the season.

  • Baseball | Piedmont, Berkeley split

    Highlanders end season against Encinal.

  • PMS Softball | Scots put up strong showing in away games

    Team plays West Oakland on May 6 and Montera on May 8.

  • Boys volleyball | Highlanders drop final two matches

    Piedmont pushes Alameda in finale.

  • Swimming | Piedmont boys make history at WACC championships

    Multiple swimmers advance to NCS.

  • Boys lacrosse | Piedmont makes it to playoffs

    Highlanders open NCS at home.

  • Bay Area 100 ultramarathon race to honor local teachers/runners

    Inaugural event taking place on June 13 will recognize two Piedmont and two Oakland educators.

  • Girls lacrosse | Piedmont falls in WACC championships

    Highlanders wrap season.

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  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?
  • New community pool landscaping is a dramatic swing to drought-tolerant native plants
  • Putt Putt in the park winners
  • Talent and whimsy on display at local garden club’s ‘Best in Show’ flower show
  • Piedmont Beautification Foundation embraces two new projects, revisits two others
  • Obituary | Joseph Leather, 1932- 2026
  • Obituary | Barbara Agnew Whalen, 1936-2026
  • Obituary | Susan Cotter Johnson, 1939 – 2026

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Spicy Bigeye Tuna Poke Bowl
  • The Dish | Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • The Dish | Quick Beef and Snap Peas
  • The Dish | Salmon with Vodka Sauce
  • The Dish | Spiced Chicken and Chickpea Flatbreads
  • The Dish | Radiatori Pasta with Vodka Sauce
  • The Dish | Carrot Orange Olive Oil Cake
  • The Dish | Savory-Sweet Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Apple, Arugula Salad
  • The Dish | Butter Chicken
  • The Dish | Sesame Miso Hummus
  • The Drink | The Espresso Martini

REAL ESTATE

  • 17 Eucalyptus Road, Berkeley
  • 45 Schooner Hill, Oakland
  • 1545 Josephine Street, Berkeley
  • May 5, 2026 | Home sales report for Piedmont
  • A New Perspective: Trolls! (I hate these guys) | Real Estate Insights
  • 1165 Harvard Avenue, Piedmont
  • 51 Glen Alpine Road, Piedmont
  • 131 Waldo Avenue, Piedmont
  • 1624 Campesino Court, Alamo
  • 23 Valant Place, Piedmont

OPINION

  • Letter to the Editor | Strong schools support community connection
  • Letter to the Editor | ‘Yes’ on Measure H for schools and community
  • Letter to the Editor | Piedmont schools would falter without the core parcel tax
  • Voices | Extraordinary care at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
  • Letter to the Editor | We need to have a conversation about the school parcel tax
  • Letter to the Editor | Why Measure H is vital for every Piedmont resident
  • Letter to the Editor | Strengthening our community beyond the classroom

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CALIFORNIA

  • University of California, Cal State systems restrict Canvas access after hack

    Hackers claimed to have stolen more than 3.65 terabytes of student data.

  • California: State Farm violated law in handling of L.A. fire insurance claims

    The Insurance Department found hundreds of violations by State Farm and calls for millions of dollars in penalties and a possible suspension.

  • UC Berkeley hit by hackers; massive computer system down at Cal State

    News sources reported the ShinyHunters hackers also sent ransom notes to other schools around the country.

  • Tech regulation gets personal: How Tom Steyer’s brother could shape California’s AI future

    Jim Steyer is a well known force in Sacramento working on tech regulations and protecting kids online.

  • California’s education funding level rises compared to other states

    The state is among the most equitable in how it distributes funding to schools.

  • New Sonoma State president brings experience leading universities through turmoil

    Michael Spagna is the university's fifth president in five years.

  • Overnight lane closures set for Richmond-San Rafael Bridge for 2 months

    Two eastbound lanes will be closed at night through June 30.

  • Supreme Court ruling on voting won’t change California districts, but could hurt Democrats

    The law in California was primarily used to help Latinos gain political representation.

  • How tariffs and war are hurting California small businesses

    Higher prices hit small businesses — defined as those with fewer than 500 employees — harder than big ones, and some wonder how long they can survive.

  • Cal State struck a deal with OpenAI. Some students and faculty refuse to use it

    As Cal State approaches the end of its 18-month contract, the university system has not announced whether it will renew the deal.

  • Student journalists’ free press rights tested at Marin County high school

    Administrators at Redwood High School have been accused of violating a state law that protects the First Amendment and free press rights of student journalists at the school's award-winning newspaper.

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