The East Bay is nearly impossible to define as a whole. It’s a sprawling, urban area that includes two counties, two area codes and a population of over 2.7 million people. There is no one neighborhood or city that truly can encompass everything that the East Bay is. But there

By Amanda Davis Wednesday marked the last day of an extraordinary Black History Month. But this year, black history isn’t confined to just one month – it continues to be celebrated and made, in big ways and on the big screen. “Oakland, California 1992” As soon as those words appeared,

By Amanda Davis Wednesday marked the last day of an extraordinary Black History Month. But this year, black history isn’t confined to just one month – it continues to be celebrated and made, in big ways and on the big screen. “Oakland, California 1992” As soon as those words appeared,

Below are some highlights, lowlights and oddities from this week in local news. A recipe for destruction What do you get when you mix a bottle of Hennessy, meth and loaded guns? Nothing good, ever. But two people found out Sunday that such a cocktail can definitely get you arrested.

Would it seem odd for someone to visit an establishment that was known for something other than food, just to eat? I’m not too proud to admit I’ve visited gas stations for BBQ and tacos. I’ve also frequented Ikea’s downstairs snack shack for $0.50 hot dogs. But, this time I

Nestled in the heart of the hyper-industrial, super-consumer heaven that is Emeryville, California, a new Target (or “Tar-jay” as middle-aged white ladies call it), is born. Some of you are probably wondering, “Why does this earth need another Target? We already have 300 of them in California alone!” But, honestly,