Elections Letter to the Editor | Vote YES on Prop 50 By Bruce Joffe | October 17, 2025 We must answer Republican gerrymanders in Texas and other Red states with this temporary redistricting measure, says Bruce Joffe
alert Oakland residents, officials take part in ShakeOut to stay prepared for earthquakes By Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News | October 17, 2025 Coincidentally, a 3.1-magnitude earthquake shook the University of California, Berkeley campus Thursday morning.
Environment Rare native plant rediscovered in East Bay after 68 years By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | October 16, 2025 Native plants are important for supporting a more diverse ecology of butterflies, birds and other animals, including humans.
Around Town Local with Lisa | Meet your new Piedmont neighbors By Lisa Chan Carnazzo | The Grubb Company | October 16, 2025 [SPONSORED VIDEO] One of the perks of real estate beyond helping clients find a home is welcoming them into the Piedmont community.
Education Alameda County students outperform state averages in English, math and science By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | October 16, 2025 Also, the county’s ELA and math scores are nearly back to pre-pandemic levels.
Featured in Category School community divided over addition of more advanced courses to HS curriculum By Exedra Staff | October 14, 2025 Effort to offer more options for humanities bumps up against larger AP debate.
Featured in Category Letter to the Editor | PUSD gives proper due to the humanities By Linda Wendel | October 14, 2025 Dozens of parents express support for the Board of Ed's recent decision to offer an Honors English course for tenth graders.
Featured in Category Letter to the Editor | High expectations — and AP classes — are a good thing for students By Adam Fishman | PUSD Parent | October 14, 2025 PUSD parent Adam Fishman applauds the Board of Education for their stance on expanding advanced classes.
Featured in Category Letter to the Editor | Let’s reframe the AP debate By Amelie Kappes, Piedmont parent | October 14, 2025 A broader community conversation about balance, wellbeing, and success could help clarify what we really want for our students, writes Amelie Kappes.
City The Blotter | Dog sitter charged in burglary By Damin Esper | October 14, 2025 Homeowner says crime was caught on video; also ALPR alerts to stolen vehicle; residents report thefts of car, scooters.