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High School
May 12, 2026

Track and field | Piedmont has huge day at WACC meet

Teams send dozens to NCS
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.
  • School Board directs PUSD to tighten mobile device policy on high school campuses

    Trustees aligned in desire to minimize cell phone distractions during the school day.

  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure H

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

  • The Blotter | Traffic stop leads to drug find

    Driver was detained and found to be on probation.

  • Musk v. Altman — Day 10: OpenAI CEO rejects claims he acted selfishly, ‘stole the charity’

    Altman takes the stand: "I am an honest and trustworthy businessperson.”

  • Berkeley extends Flock camera contract but rejects drones, surveillance expansion

    Privacy watchdogs have raised concerns about federal agencies, like ICE, being able to access the camera data.

Health + Science + Environment

  • UCSF gets $100M donation for modernization, health care initiatives
  • Buzzkill: Why West Marin’s scenic ranchlands have become a ‘food desert’ for honey bees
  • Santa Clara County resident monitored after deadly hantavirus outbreak tied to cruise
  • Lost sea lion named ‘Sierra’ rescued near busy Highway 101 in Brisbane

LIFESTYLE

  • The Dish | Overnight Protein Oats
  • Who’s that Good Dog?
  • Movies: Bruce Lee Day, ‘Omaha,’ ‘Blue Heron,’ ‘Marama,’ ‘Two Women’
  • Cantare singers fete U.S. 250th anniversary, call for freedom in Lafayette concert
  • Review: Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ tour is on fire in San Francisco
  • $1M gift to OMCA includes more than 100 Edith Heath ceramics
  • Local Lit | Top tips for May
  • PEBCC performs annual Spring Sing concert on May 30

Elections

  • California voters are about to elect a new state superintendent. It’s barely on the radar
  • Panicked California Democrats are pushing a risky strategy: Wait ’til the last minute to vote
  • 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

AROUND TOWN

  • Piedmont School Maker Faire is May 17

    See who's coming, get tickets ahead of time, and sign up for a volunteer shift.

  • 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.

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

    An overcast day did not deter families from coming out for PRD's popular event.

  • ‘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.

  • Piedmont Profile | ‘Diversity Detective’ David Oppenheimer

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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.

  • The Blotter | Road rage incident ends up in Piedmont

    Plus: two drivers arrested for DUIs.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • City Council makes 19 appointments to Commissions and Committees

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

SCHOOLS

  • Carol Menz receives Wellness Center’s annual Brooke Zimmerman Award

    The award is presented to an exceptional advocate for student mental health; Menz is a district nurse for PUSD.

  • Wildwood Elementary to celebrate careers of four retiring staff members on May 15

    All current and former WW families invited to the Friday event from 3 - 4:30 pm.

  • Summer classes at Piedmont Adult School now open for registration

    Classes are in-person or online and open to anyone 18 years or older.

  • Cal State may soon offer degrees that take just 3 years to finish. Work experience counts, too

    The school wants to attract more students -- and be competitive with online colleges.

  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure H

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

    Lloyd died unexpectedly on April 11.

SPORTS

  • Boys tennis | Piedmont sweeps Alameda schools

    Highlanders prepare for NCS

  • Softball | Piedmont loses in WACC opener

    After concluding the regular season with two routs of its own, the 12-10 Highlanders await their NCS playoff fate.

  • Baseball | Piedmont falls in WACC playoffs

    Highlanders hammered by Alameda

  • Track and field | Piedmont has huge day at WACC meet

    Teams send dozens to NCS

  • PMS softball | Scots extend away game wins

    Team returns home for two games at Witter this week.

  • Boys lacrosse | Piedmont edged by Miramonte

    Highlanders see the season end.

  • Beach volleyball | Piedmont ends outstanding season

    Highlanders finish 9-1-1

  • 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 golf | Piedmont takes fifth at WACC

    Highlanders finish season strong.

  • Mountain biking | Historic day for Piedmont at Stafford Lake

    Team finished third overall for the season.

  • 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.

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EXEDRA, ETC.

  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?
  • Who’s that Good Dog?
  • A little drizzle doesn’t dampen Food Fest fun
  • Piedmont Profile | Larry Tramutola, political strategist and organizer
  • 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

  • Musk v. Altman — Day 10: OpenAI CEO rejects claims he acted selfishly, ‘stole the charity’

    Altman takes the stand: "I am an honest and trustworthy businessperson.”

  • Berkeley extends Flock camera contract but rejects drones, surveillance expansion

    Privacy watchdogs have raised concerns about federal agencies, like ICE, being able to access the camera data.

  • Panicked California Democrats are pushing a risky strategy: Wait ’til the last minute to vote

    A flurry of very late votes could delay the populous state's already slow ballot-counting process.

  • Governor YIMBY: In California’s unsettled race, most candidates see eye-to-eye on housing

    On zoning, permitting, fees and NIMBY obstruction, the leading candidates all say the state must make it easier to build more homes.

  • Musk v. Altman — Day 9: Microsoft, OpenAI witnesses defend evolving partnership

    Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI and its leaders, and their co-defendant, Microsoft continues to play out just down the hill from Piedmont.

  • California colleges went big on online learning tools. Then the worst happened

    A massive hack of education platform Canvas hit California especially hard.

  • California schools could get billions more in Newsom’s May budget revision

    The state has received much more revenue since January, dramatically changing the funding picture.

  • Trump administration suspends research grants to UC Berkeley

    At least 18 research grants were suspended in April.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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