The beloved and respected band teacher and creator of the award-winning Oakland Eastside All-Star Ensemble reflects on her teaching career.

A grassroots campaign in favor of music education spares Encinal High School’s band program from budget cuts.

As the official move of Blue Shield of California’s headquarters to downtown Oakland grows closer, the company’s high energy, employee volunteer events are reaching residents across the four corners of the city.

Richmond, Livermore eyeing e-cig bans

Its chair was East Bay Express alum John Birdsall.

Options include egg pizzas and waffles with cherries and kombucha creme fraiche. A brunch-specific cocktail menu is new too.

Its Jamaican Jerk Caramels and Strawberry Cardamom Caramels were big winners.

Festivities include contests, games, live music, a photo booth, and lots 'n' lots of mac.

Her honey lavender apricot salad incorporates gems of the season for a salty, creamy, crunchy, floral spring bounty.