Bay Area Big change for small businesses: No more SBA loans for non-citizens By Levi Sumagaysay | CalMatters | March 30, 2026 California has the largest immigrant population in the nation, and small businesses provide the bulk of new jobs in the state.
Arts & Entertainment Plentiful hiking, great views, cool caves, rock climbing in Pinnacles National Park By Larry Sokoloff | Bay City News | March 27, 2026 This volcanic and tectonic natural wonder offers breathtaking views, and is in full bloom in the early days of spring.
Around Town Flix Fest to screen ‘Enchanted April’ on Apr. 9 By Gerry Gragg | Piedmont Flix Fest | March 27, 2026 The free film series at 801 Magnolia Avenue meets on the second Thursday of each month.
Arts & Entertainment ‘Fatherland’ | PHS seniors will direct, perform in drama about Jan. 6 By Kim Taylor, PHS Acting | March 27, 2026 Based on the true story of an 18-year-old son who turned in his father to the FBI for his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol (rated PG-13).
Technology After immigration arrests, California lawmakers wonder: Are police telling the feds too much? By Khari Johnson | CalMatters | March 27, 2026 Legislators approved an audit of three joint intelligence centers, citing concerns about civil liberties and privacy.
Education Getting into a UC or Cal State requires these classes. Almost half of students don’t take them By Mikhail Zinshteyn and Carolyn Jones | CalMatters | March 27, 2026 The state leader in A-G readiness among high school graduates adjusted schedules, counseling, and course offerings to boost student readiness.
Technology Tech giants are spending more than ever to shape California politics. See how much By Jeremia Kimelman | CalMatters | March 27, 2026 It’s the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
Arts & Entertainment David Finckel, Wu Han explore evolution of cello and piano in Cal Performances concert By James Ambroff-Tahan | Bay City News | March 26, 2026 The celebrated pair have been performing side-by-side for 40 years.
Arts & Entertainment Review: Devastation is inevitable in Magic Theatre’s compelling modern ‘Macbeth’ By Jean Schiffman | Bay City News | March 26, 2026 This “Macbeth” is set in 1970s New York and plays out as a single 95-minute act.
Arts & Entertainment Best Bets: SF Ballet’s ‘Don Quixote,’ organ with Oakland Symphony, Phillipe Jordan at SF Symphony By The Artful Observer | Bay City News | March 25, 2026 Plus, a brewery gathering for ocean lovers, and a free kids' show at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell.