Health Matters Older adults get new county website dedicated to their needs By Keith Burbank | Bay City News | September 22, 2020 Data, reports and guides as well as volunteer opportunities can also be found on the site.
Featured in Category Speaker Series’ first event tackles anti-racism, activism as 2020-21 events pivot to Zoom By Lou Fancher | September 22, 2020 Nearly 200 tuned into learn from Rosalind Wiseman about how to think about race, culture and navigate uncomfortable conversations.
Arts & Entertainment ‘Neighborhood Stories’ lets you discover Bay Area artists from the safety of your own car By Lisa Hix | Local News Matters | September 22, 2020 This weekend “Neighborhood Stories” series continues, which highlights local artists at sites around Oakland.
Health Matters A real head trip: UC Berkeley researchers take deeper look at psychedelic drugs By Keith Burbank | Local News Matters | September 22, 2020 One reason for studying psychedelics is that they may help people suffering from a mental illness.
California For California’s new head of special education, ‘nothing is insurmountable’ By Carolyn Jones, EdSource | Local News Matters | September 22, 2020 Social justice, enhancing online education and improving conditions for teachers are among her top priorities.
California COVID testing of teachers, staff hotly debated as California schools reopen By Barbara Feder Ostrov, CalMatters | Local News Matters | September 22, 2020 Spats over school COVID-19 testing have frayed tempers in already-stressed communities.
Books Library of Congress’ 20th annual National Book Festival may be a virtual sensation By Sue Gilmore | Local News Matters | September 22, 2020 Live and view-on-demand opportunities mean no crowded lines, no travel to a crowded venue and – no need to miss a single thing.
Oakland Oakland Panthers indoor football team postpones games until 2022 By Eli Walsh | Bay City News Foundation | September 22, 2020 Team officials cited economic fallout and uncertainty from the novel coronavirus pandemic for the decision.
Oakland Oakland council to consider gender-neutral, inclusive language in new laws By Keith Burbank | Local News Matters | September 22, 2020 The change would be a first for the city, but a growing movement already exists in California for similar changes.
Around Town City Council rejects homeowners’ appeal for ADU/garage reno By Sam Richards | September 22, 2020 Concerns included the height and massing of the proposed building and garage, parking, and view obstruction.