covid What’s the difference between PCR and antigen tests? A molecular biologist explains By Nathaniel Hafer Assistant Professor, Program in Molecular Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School | The Conversation | November 9, 2021 Each test plays a role in detecting the novel coronavirus and helping prevent its spread.
California ‘Somebody should speak about this’: Judge shares his own mental health struggles By Mark Kreidler | Kaiser Health News | November 9, 2021 Tim Fall, a sitting judge in California’s Yolo County, says depression and anxiety shouldn’t disqualify candidates from any profession.
Bay Area SAT and ACT slip in priority among California high school students By Larry Gordon | EdSource | November 9, 2021 California's public universities won't consider SAT and ACT scores, but some students still take tests for scholarships and placement.
Bay Area The ‘absolutely essential’ role of Black counselors on campus By Carolyn Jones | EdSource | November 8, 2021 Black counselors can play a key role in ensuring Black students are placed in college prep classes and get mental health services.
Arts & Entertainment Reading ‘Pan American Unity’ at SFMOMA through WWII lens By Matthew Byrne | Bay City News Foundation | November 7, 2021 Diego Rivera's towering mural will be on display at the SFMOMA until summer 2023.
Around Town Award-winning garden photojournalist to speak at virtual community meeting By Piedmont Garden Club | November 6, 2021 RSVP for tomorrow's event: How to cultivate a thriving garden in a "summer-dry" climate like Piedmont's.
California Dungeness crab season begins with shellfish health safety warning By Olivia Wynkoop | Bay City News Foundation | November 6, 2021 Elevated and dangerous levels of domoic acid found in some Bay Area-caught crab.
Around Town A few of our favorite things: Arjan florist on Piedmont Avenue By Karen Starr & Brenda Schaefer, GrubbCo | November 5, 2021 [SPONSORED] Brought to you by Grubb's Starr-Schaefer team
Bay Area Oakland will pilot nonprofit’s effort to close digital divide nationwide By EdSource Staff | November 5, 2021 Some 1.55 million California families have access to the internet but can’t afford to pay for it, according to a new study.
Arts & Entertainment Pass the Remote: Doc Stories films chronicle many forms of inequity — and hope By Randy Myers | Bay City News Foundation | November 5, 2021 Key films will screen in San Francisco, with many others available for online viewing.