The Year of the Boutique
Despite the downturned economy, 2012 may be remembered as the year Oakland became a shopping destination. by Kathleen Richards When Governor Jerry Brown decided to eliminate redevelopment agencies...
View ArticleRent Prices Soar in Oakland
The cause: the relocation of San Francisco residents, who are increasingly priced out the market. The effect: increased revenue for Oakland and a rise in tenant complaints. by Kathleen Richards Back...
View ArticleThe Hottest Team in the 510
In another dismal year for East Bay sports teams, the Oakland A's and their fans enjoyed a season for the ages. by Kibby Kleiman True East Bay sports fans realize that the teams we love make playoff...
View ArticleDJs May Be the New Rock Stars, But Success Has a Price
The pressures of being a superstar DJ don't leave artists much room to grow. by Whitney Phaneuf Despite the fact that 2012 may go down as one of the biggest years for American electronic music, with...
View ArticleThe Year Oakland Exploded
For the first time in recent memory, Oakland's being noticed for its culture, not its crime rate. Is that a good thing? by Ellen Cushing No one seems to be able to pinpoint exactly when or why Art...
View ArticleBest Bites of 2012
Crispy carnitas + deconstructed shepherd's pie + better-than-East-Coast bagels = one delicious year in the East Bay. by Luke Tsai Tis the season for self-reflection, good will toward men, and the...
View ArticleThe Winners and Losers of 2012
This year's winners included positive campaigning, the environment, and taxing the rich. Among the losers were consumer awareness, medical cannabis, and children's health. by Robert Gammon Winner:...
View ArticleThe Flipping Frenzy
Low inventory and high demand for Oakland real estate this year favored investors over first-time buyers. by Whitney Phaneuf When Jordan Machardy and his girlfriend started looking to buy their first...
View ArticleOur Favorite Letters of 2012
Readers sound off on rich brats, cross-species friendships, and something called "Poo~Pourri." Editor's Note Each year we compile some of the memorable letters, rants, and press releases we received...
View ArticleThe Year of the Boutique
Despite the downturned economy, 2012 may be remembered as the year Oakland became a shopping destination. by Kathleen Richards When Governor Jerry Brown decided to eliminate redevelopment agencies...
View ArticleRent Prices Soar in Oakland
The cause: the relocation of San Francisco residents, who are increasingly priced out the market. The effect: increased revenue for Oakland and a rise in tenant complaints. by Kathleen Richards Back...
View ArticleThe Hottest Team in the 510
In another dismal year for East Bay sports teams, the Oakland A's and their fans enjoyed a season for the ages. by Kibby Kleiman True East Bay sports fans realize that the teams we love make playoff...
View ArticleDJs May Be the New Rock Stars, But Success Has a Price
The pressures of being a superstar DJ don't leave artists much room to grow. by Whitney Phaneuf Despite the fact that 2012 may go down as one of the biggest years for American electronic music, with...
View ArticleThe Year Oakland Exploded
For the first time in recent memory, Oakland's being noticed for its culture, not its crime rate. Is that a good thing? by Ellen Cushing No one seems to be able to pinpoint exactly when or why Art...
View ArticleBest Bites of 2012
Crispy carnitas + deconstructed shepherd's pie + better-than-East-Coast bagels = one delicious year in the East Bay. by Luke Tsai Tis the season for self-reflection, good will toward men, and the...
View ArticleThe Winners and Losers of 2012
This year's winners included positive campaigning, the environment, and taxing the rich. Among the losers were consumer awareness, medical cannabis, and children's health. by Robert Gammon Winner:...
View ArticleThe Flipping Frenzy
Low inventory and high demand for Oakland real estate this year favored investors over first-time buyers. by Whitney Phaneuf When Jordan Machardy and his girlfriend started looking to buy their first...
View ArticleOur Favorite Letters of 2012
Readers sound off on rich brats, cross-species friendships, and something called "Poo~Pourri." Editor's Note Each year we compile some of the memorable letters, rants, and press releases we received...
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