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Oakland
Oakland YWCA building a symbol of Julia Morgan’s relationships with powerful women
Julia Morgan’s relationship with philanthropist Phoebe Hearst led to commissions from the YWCA that would span her career. Read More
Oakland
Residents safe after 2-alarm house fire near Piedmont Ave.
A neighbor called in the fire, then helped the residents out of the house. Read More
Oakland
Despite disaster, Julia Morgan's home for 'incurables' rose with Oakland community's efforts
Raising money in stages over a decade, Oaklanders worked together to get Morgan's King’s Daughters Home built in the wake of the 1906 earthquake. Read More
Oakland
Julia Morgan-designed Mills bell tower counts down to its 115th anniversary
The Mills College bell tower made architect Julia Morgan world-famous for her use of reinforced concrete. It turns 115 this spring. Read More
San Francisco Outer Sunset Parkside
Solving the mystery of Ocean Beach's lone whale tail
A dead whale's tail has washed up on Ocean Beach, without any other signs of its carcass. Here's how it got there. Read More
Oakland
With a street-food focus, Co Nam debuts Oakland outpost this weekend
It's modeled after Vietnam's quan nhau, which owner Trung Nguyen likens to Japanese izakayas. Read More
San Francisco
Transit-obsessed hobbyist debuts newest map: San Francisco’s cable car system, circa 1892
The NYC attorney’s new map depicts San Francisco’s public transportation system before seismic shifts and corporate mergers restructured it entirely. Read More
Oakland
Something's stirring at Telegraph Avenue's pink Hooper's Chocolates house
The iconic pink house has had a wild ride since closing in 2011. Here's a look at its history, and what might be next. Read More
Oakland
Hobbyist's map offers glimpse into lost routes of East Bay's 1920s streetcars
Using archival information, attorney Jacob Berman mapped the rail lines that once connected Oakland, Piedmont, Berkeley, and Alameda. Read More
San Francisco Inner Richmond Outer Richmond
Richmond district restaurateur completes renovations
Buffalo Burger and Royal Ground Coffee are now connected via a pass-through. Read More
San Francisco Inner Richmond Outer Richmond
Chomp N' Swig relocates, launches fundraiser
The owner must make the bathroom ADA-compliant before he can sell beer and wine. Read More
Oakland
'Relic & Montclair Estates' Shutters, Reappears In Nearby Pop-Up
An unexpected rent increase forced the antique shop to move into a shoe store down the street. Read More
Oakland
'Underwood Bar & Café' Reopens With New Menu, Vision
"We're going to let the community speak to us and guide who we are," said executive chef Adam Hinojosa. Read More
Oakland
'Pita Pocket' Fills Long-Empty Temescal Storefront
The no-frills Mediterranean spot will offer pitas, salads, milkshakes and fresh-squeezed OJ. Read More
Oakland
Piedmont Ave. Curio Shop Reserves Space For Local Makers
Relic and Montclair Estates is setting aside 1/4 of its shop for Oakland artisans. Read More
Oakland
'Copper Spoon' To Bring Its Oakland-Focused Cuisine To Broadway Next Month
Two former food truckers and a dancing chef are bringing locally inspired dishes and drinks to the former Art's Crab Shak. Read More
San Francisco Lake Shore Marina Ocean Beach Outer Richmond Outer Sunset
Rep. Speier Passes Amendment To Protect Off-Leash Activity In Beaches, Parks
Advocates for off-leash dog walking said they're not going to lay down and roll over. Read More
Oakland
‘The Kon-Tiki’ Eyes October Opening In Former 'Longitude' Location
"There's no excuse to make a bad cocktail," said owner and bartender Christ Aivaliotis. Read More
Oakland
'Belotti Ristorante' Expands To Piedmont Ave.
The award-winning Rockridge restaurant is opening a pasta shop in the former Grégoire location. Read More
Oakland
Downtown Oakland A Retail Dead Zone, Say Struggling Merchants
"People get into their routines and they don’t walk around and see who’s here," said Laurel Book Store owner Luan Strauss. Read More
Oakland
Dimond District's 'Café 3016' To Close On Sunday
Owners Edwin and Amber Poon are closing so he can concentrate on his health. Read More
Oakland
Proposed Temescal Beer Garden Enters 2nd Public Comment Period
Interested parties can submit comments on the revised plan until August 21st. Read More
Oakland
E.M. Wolfman Bookstore Opens 2nd Location In Longfellow
The bookstore-in-a-shipping-container officially opens on August 13th. Read More
Oakland
Fruitvale's 'The Half Orange' Shutters Wednesday
Owner Jay Porter said he's looking for a buyer who shares his commitment to the neighborhood. Read More
Oakland
'Roses' Taproom' Debuts In Temescal With Neighborhood Party
The taproom is “the space we wanted to drink in, because we didn’t think it existed yet," said co-owner Luke Janson. Read More