By Kevin Hardy, Stateline.org In submitting her updated budget proposal in March, Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs lamented the rising costs of the state’s school vouchers program that directs public dollars to pay private school tuition. Characterizing vouchers as an “entitlement program,” Hobbs said the state could spend more than $1 billion subsidizing private education in … Read more
The Frick’s Fifth Avenue façade. © Nicholas Venezia The Frick Collection has long been one of New York’s most cherished institutions, and the steady lines since its reopening serve as proof of its lasting relevance in the city’s ever-evolving arts landscape. On April 17, the museum welcomed visitors back after a nearly five-year, $220 million … Read more
Climate change has thrown insurance markets into dysfunction, and the situation is about to get more dire. As the epicenter of a global insurance crisis, it is critical that California formulates a strong response. Creating and funding public catastrophe models, like the one called for in California’s Senate Bill 429, is a good start. It seeks a … Read more
Dear Eric: I was a latch-key kid in the ’70s, no father, working mom of three kids. No one was ever there to read me a story, watch me make a basket or catch a ball. I now have a 7-year-old girl. I thrive watching her in her weekly two-hour gym class and Girl Scout … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My in-laws have repeatedly attempted to destroy my marriage. My husband knows they trash-talk us to family, thinking we don’t know it, but he won’t put up any meaningful boundaries or check them whatsoever. I have lost all respect for him because he lies to me, telling me he has confronted them, when … Read more
Bay Area hometown heroes Green Day was the big attraction on Day 1 of the BottleRock Napa Valley festival. Fans waited (somewhat) patiently all day for the East Bay trio — consisting of vocalist-guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist Mike Dirnt and with drummer Tré Cool — to take the stage for its headlining set on … Read more
LIVERMORE — All Kaci Norton could do was watch. “Very nerve-wracking in the dugout,” Livermore’s starting pitcher said. “Kind of sitting there, praying.” No. 2 Livermore trailed No. 7 Alameda 4-2 entering the bottom of the sixth inning on Friday afternoon, and the home Cowboys were six outs away from the end of their season. … Read more
Stoner Karaoke Night is a unique event that blends two universally loved pastimes—karaoke and a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. While karaoke nights are typically known for their high energy and sometimes intense competition, Stoner Karaoke Nights focus on creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable, no matter their vocal skills or experience. This event is … Read more
North Coast Section baseball playoffs Division I Friday’s quarterfinals No. 9 Casa Grande 3, No. 1 Granada 2 No. 5 College Park 4, No. 13 Clayton Valley Charter 1 No. 2 De La Salle 15, No. 7 Petaluma 0 No. 3 Foothill 10, No. 6 Benicia 4 Tuesday’s semifinals No. 9 Casa Grande at No. … Read more
By JANIE McCAULEY Mired in a nine-game losing streak, the Athletics shook up their roster Friday and called up five players, including highly touted prospect Denzel Clarke. Veteran Seth Brown was designated for assignment amid moves that general manager David Forst hopes will give the club more flexibility. “Ultimately, obviously we’re in a stretch right … Read more