Closing arguments delayed
in Reiser trial after clash with judge
By Jeff Shuttleworth April 15, 2008 The beleaguered judge in the marathon trial of computer engineer Hans Reiser on charges that he murdered his estranged wife Nina will make a…
Bay Area officials and residents
rally to oppose aerial spraying
By Jesse Dungan and Ari Burack April 14, 2008 Dozens of Bay Area residents of all ages gathered at the steps of San Francisco City Hall this afternoon to demonstrate…
Big One to strike within 30 years
By Jason Bennert April 14, 2008 A major earthquake, the size of the 1994 Northridge quake or larger, is almost certain to hit California in the next 30 years, according…
The CrackBerry Chronicles: Bitter Berries
Elaine Santore Photo by Luke Thomas By Elaine Santore April 14, 2008 This is why bloggers can’t have nice things Turns out Sen. Barack Obama’s quote about Pennsylvanians being bitter…
Obama delegates earn stripes for Denver Democratic Party Convention
A Democratic Party member considers the purchase of Barack Obama campaign materials during a Democratic Party caucus meeting yesterday held to select delegates for the 8th Congressional District. Photos by…
Chevron lawsuit attorneys
earn Goldman environmental award
By Caitilin McAdoo April 14, 2008 Two Ecuadorian attorneys have been awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize for their efforts to force San Ramon-based oil giant Chevron to clean up contaminated…
Event: Press conference and rally
to stop Light Brown Apple Moth spray
From City of Albany Integrated Pest Management Task Force April 14, 2008 It’s not safe! It’s not effective! It’s not necessary! The general public and environmental perception is that the…