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The Art and Science of the Grilled Cheese

We sampled three versions: at The Melt, Sacred Wheel Cheese Shop, and Bar Dogwood.
A People-Focused Solution

Restorative justice programs may offer the best new hope for reducing violence in Oakland schools and the city overall, but their future funding is uncertain.
Unveiling a Secret City

A new film by Scott McClure offers a peek inside the bygone alternate-reality project the Jejune Institute.
Costly Tax Loophole Remains Open

A reform measure that would end a lucrative tax break for corporations and wealthy investors has stalled in the state legislature.
The Singular Obsession of Colin Herrick

His Alameda record label, Time Released Sound, specializes in limited-edition handcrafted works of art.

The Best Chinese Restaurant in Oakland That You've Never Heard Of

At Ben's Restaurant, typical Chinese takeout dishes are prepared with a lighter touch. They're also a bargain.
Oakland's Miliki Offers Nigerian Food for Beginners

Traditional West African dishes are served without compromise.
Assemble Offers a Timid Salute to American History

The new Richmond restaurant is a living museum for American comfort dishes, but these reinterpreted classics could use more oomph.
Two East Bay Barbecue Joints Where Side Dishes Are the Main Attraction

Smoke Berkeley and Genny's BBQ take pride in more than just brisket and ribs.
Sounding the Alarm

An early warning system would save thousands of lives when the next major earthquake hits. But will California find the money to implement it?

Are More Cops the Answer?

Some Oakland politicians and groups are pointing to research by UC Berkeley faculty as proof that the city needs to add hundreds of police officers, but other studies contradict that conclusion.
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Do Disabled Motorists Need Free Parking?

Transit planners say the policy leads to widespread fraud and nightmarish traffic, plus it robs cities and retailers of much-needed revenue.
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It's Time for the Union Fighting to Stop

Now that Kaiser workers have again voted overwhelmingly to stay with SEIU, NUHW and CNA should end their insurgency campaign.
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Breaking News: San Jose Dispensary Landlords Threatened with 40 Years in Prison as Feds' Marijuana Crackdown Continues
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The A's Belong in Oakland

The team benefits greatly from the people, character, and vibrancy of the city.
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Sounding the Alarm

An early warning system would save thousands of lives when the next major earthquake hits. But will California find the money to implement it?
Blancanieves

Snow White in the bullring.
The Reluctant Fundamentalist

Wall Street capitalist or mujahid? Decisions, decisions.
Mud

Not Hud. Mud.
Live Review: The Sheer, Epic Princeliness of Prince

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