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City
May 22, 2026

Family escapes structure fire uninjured

Piedmont firefighters battled a blaze on the rear deck and attic of a Winsor Avenue home late last night.
High School
May 22, 2026

Boys swimming | Season wraps with strong showing at CIF State Swimming Championships

Highlanders’ 200 medley relay team delivers top performance.
Around Town
May 22, 2026

Photos | Young innovators get a taste for building at annual Maker Faire

Sunday's fair at Piedmont High School was hosted by Piedmont Makers.
High School
May 21, 2026

Softball | Piedmont heads to second round

Highlanders get wild 18-11 win over CSD.
High School
May 21, 2026

Baseball | Piedmont falls to Livermore on late hit

Baseball season ends with 4-2 loss.
  • Proposed FY2026-27 city budget now available for review

    City councilmembers will discuss the proposed budget at public hearings on June 1 and June 15.

  • PHS honors 2026 Senior Awards recipients

    The annual ceremony recognizes students who went above and beyond in academics, leadership, service, and sports.

  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure H

    Piedmont's parcel tax is now a critical part of the school district's budget.

Health + Science + Environment

  • California bill moves to make cheaper alternative fuel available to more drivers
  • The 81-year voyage home: How DNA solved the mystery of a missing WWII marine
  • South Bay data center boom sparks questions about water and climate impacts

LIFESTYLE

  • SF Symphony premieres Michael Morgan Prize winner Tyler Taylor’s ‘Embers’
  • Review: Marilyn Izdebski’s choreography shines in Novato Theater’s upbeat ‘Mamma Mia!’
  • Best Bets: Carnaval SF, Air Guitar contest, Dvořák’s ‘New World’ Symphony and more
  • Angel Island Immigration Station named among America’s Most Endangered Historic Places
  • Kathleen Caldwell closes the book on Oakland’s ‘Great Good Place’
  • Local Lit | Top tips for May
  • Movies: ‘Fairyland,’ ‘Kintsukuroi,’ ‘Silent Friend,’ ‘Wizard of the Kremlin’
  • SFMOMA showcases Matisse’s pivotal ‘Woman with a Hat’

Elections

  • Piedmont residents speak out on the importance of Measure H
  • Letter to the Editor | Yes on Measure H to continue a tradition of excellence
  • Can you trust that post about Tom Steyer? How paid influencers are flooding into the governor’s race
  • Nancy Pelosi puts thumb on the scale in race for her successor. Here’s who she endorsed
  • Insurance commissioner candidates float bigger California role
  • Letter to the Editor | Measure H essential to the student experience

AROUND TOWN

  • Ask a Dog Trainer | The jumping advice everyone gives (and why it fails)

    It's cute until it isn't -- learn how to keep your pup's feet on the floor when greeting people.

  • Photos | Young innovators get a taste for building at annual Maker Faire

    Sunday's fair at Piedmont High School was hosted by Piedmont Makers.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Gracie is a lovable escape artist who loves to be outdoors.

  • In the news | Piedmont’s fire chief makes guest appearance on “Check, Please! Bay Area”

    Brannigan shared one of his favorite restaurants on the KQED show.

  • Obituary | Beloved Piedmont Grocery team member dies

    Sarah B. was a longtime cashier and remembered fondly by countless store customers.

  • Conservation | ‘No Mow May’ to protect bees and butterflies

    Give your lawn a rest this month to help pollinators.

  • Montclair’s A Great Good Place for Books to close

    After 20 years, owner Kathleen Caldwell says the economics of running a bookstore simply no long work.

  • PEBCC performs annual Spring Sing concert on May 30

    Local youth choir honors its graduating class and the accomplishments of all ensembles in this grand season finale.

  • Photos | Play Like a Girl+, now with water sports

    An overcast day did not deter families from coming out for PRD's popular event.

  • Piedmont Profile | ‘Diversity Detective’ David Oppenheimer

    In an interview with the Exedra, Oppenheimer traces the intellectual history of diversity principles going back 200 years.

  • Tess English selected as new Piedmont Council scout executive

    English joins scouting in Piedmont after leadership roles in Florida, Texas, Utah, and Arizona.

  • PIE donates over $5K to PRD Sidekicks program

    Piedmonters for Inclusive Education Board President Betty Rojas said Sidekicks is a vital program for families with neurodivergent children.

  • New community pool landscaping is a dramatic swing to drought-tolerant native plants

    The city and the Piedmont Beautification Foundation are collaborating on a new planting strategy in town.

CITY NEWS

  • Family escapes structure fire uninjured

    Piedmont firefighters battled a blaze on the rear deck and attic of a Winsor Avenue home late last night.

  • Proposed FY2026-27 city budget now available for review

    City councilmembers will discuss the proposed budget at public hearings on June 1 and June 15.

  • Register for summer kickoff “Splash Bash” at the community pool starting Wednesday morning

    The pool will be a summer fun zone on Saturday, May 23.

  • The Blotter | Car stolen from Fairview Avenue

    Audi A4 taken from in front of house.

  • May Cop on the Block

    See where to find a local police officer this month at one of the department's casual meet-ups for residents.

  • Exit Interview | Director of Planning and Building Kevin Jackson says farewell to Piedmont

    Jackson reflects on the challenges of meeting the state's housing goals, the city's climate plan -- and his early start on stage and screen.

  • Amy Hillyard remains missing; reward for information now at $25,000

    Hillyard, known to many in the Oakland/Piedmont community, disappeared on March 25.

  • In the News | A Dearing memorial isn’t enough, writes Bruce’s Beach attorney in SF Chronicle

    George Fatheree's April 27 guest opinion argues for economic reparations for the Dearing family.

  • Park Commission names 3 new Heritage Trees

    Gingko trees on King Avenue, seen here in their brilliant fall foliage, were among those designated.

  • Photos | Arbor Day celebration

    Organizers teamed up with a local group that fosters stronger connections to nature among children.

  • City anticipates Dearing Memorial to be completed by end of 2026

    Its final form and materials are yet to be established.

  • Winners of inaugural Wildfire Resilience Awards show what wildfire-conscious homes and gardens can look like

    Sustainability awardees honored at Monday event; including new award for fire-smart landscapes that also showcase garden aesthetics.

  • City Council makes 19 appointments to Commissions and Committees

    A reception on April 20 will recognize outgoing commissioners and other city volunteers.

SCHOOLS

  • Piedmont residents speak out on the importance of Measure H

    [SPONSORED POST] Measure H is essential to maintain the quality of our schools and the value of our homes, say neighbors around town.

  • Piedmont Adult School’s summer session starts June 1

    Don't miss this great opportunity to learn a new skill and meet new people in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

  • Letter to the Editor | Yes on Measure H to continue a tradition of excellence

    Community and strong public schools go together writes PHS student Hazel Schaeffer.

  • Photos | PEF gathering brings together school supporters at new pool

    Empty nesters and community members enjoyed a warm evening at the open-air Ellis Family Pavilion.

  • Photos | 8th Grade Boat Dance

    The Class of 2030 took to the Bay for an evening of dancing, games, and dinner.

  • PHS honors 2026 Senior Awards recipients

    The annual ceremony recognizes students who went above and beyond in academics, leadership, service, and sports.

  • Carol Menz receives Wellness Center’s annual Brooke Zimmerman Award

    The award is presented to an exceptional advocate for student mental health; Menz is a district nurse for PUSD.

  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure H

    Piedmont's parcel tax is now a critical part of the school district's budget.

  • Registration for PUSD Summer Adventures and sports camps now open

    PUSD offers two sessions of teacher-led summer enrichment programs, full and half-day, serving students kindergarten through 9th grade.

  • PHS mourns loss of Latanya Lloyd, longtime front office staffer

    Lloyd died unexpectedly on April 11.

SPORTS

  • Softball | Piedmont heads to second round

    Highlanders get wild 18-11 win over CSD.

  • Baseball | Piedmont falls to Livermore on late hit

    Baseball season ends with 4-2 loss.

  • Boys swimming | Season wraps with strong showing at CIF State Swimming Championships

    Highlanders’ 200 medley relay team delivers top performance.

  • Volleyball | Piedmont players earning bids to play at USA Volleyball Junior Nationals

    Seven players have been invited to compete this summer at Nationals, the highest level of girls volleyball.

  • Boys tennis | Piedmont wraps up successful season

    Smolko wins NCS, boys tennis goes 16-7.

  • Track and field | Piedmont shines at Bayshore meet

    PHS team sends several to Meet of Champions.

  • Piedmont teams make NCS playoffs

    Baseball, softball open on May 19.

  • PMS softball | Scots move into playoffs with 3 more wins

    The Scots are currently 12-2 for the season.

  • Spotlight on athletic achievement at second annual Highlander Awards

    Now in its second year, the awards highlight PHS and MHS students who excelled at their sport.

  • Swimming | PHS shines at NCS, advances to CIF state championships

    Highlanders make major impact at sectional meet.

  • Boys tennis | Piedmont sweeps Alameda schools

    Highlanders prepare for NCS.

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EXEDRA, ETC.

  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?
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  • A little drizzle doesn’t dampen Food Fest fun
  • Piedmont Profile | Larry Tramutola, political strategist and organizer
  • New community pool landscaping is a dramatic swing to drought-tolerant native plants
  • Putt Putt in the park winners
  • Talent and whimsy on display at local garden club’s ‘Best in Show’ flower show
  • Piedmont Beautification Foundation embraces two new projects, revisits two others

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Chicken Tinga Tostadas
  • The Dish | Overnight Protein Oats
  • The Dish | Spicy Bigeye Tuna Poke Bowl
  • The Dish | Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • The Dish | Quick Beef and Snap Peas
  • The Dish | Salmon with Vodka Sauce
  • The Dish | Spiced Chicken and Chickpea Flatbreads
  • The Dish | Radiatori Pasta with Vodka Sauce
  • The Dish | Carrot Orange Olive Oil Cake
  • The Dish | Savory-Sweet Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Apple, Arugula Salad

REAL ESTATE

  • 223 Park View Avenue, Piedmont
  • 1030 Delaware Street B, Berkeley
  • 5501 Thomas Avenue, Oakland
  • A New Perspective: Can you find me a rental? | Real Estate Insights
  • 4120 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette
  • 432 El Cerrito Avenue, Piedmont
  • May 5, 2026 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • Letter to the Editor | Strong schools support community connection
  • Letter to the Editor | ‘Yes’ on Measure H for schools and community
  • Letter to the Editor | Piedmont schools would falter without the core parcel tax
  • Voices | Extraordinary care at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
  • Letter to the Editor | We need to have a conversation about the school parcel tax

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CALIFORNIA

  • California State University renews controversial system-wide contract with OpenAI

    The move has sparked debate about the cost of the agreement and the quality of ChatGPT's educational product.

  • After AI layoffs, Newsom orders state government to find ways to ease the pain

    The governor called on state officials to study everything from job subsidies to stock compensation policies to mitigate tech-driven layoffs.

  • Even while courting moderates on voter ID, GOP leaders still push debunked fraud narrative

    A Republican-backed voter ID law proposed for the November ballot could prevent as many as 1 million eligible Californians from voting.

  • How San José State leaped to No. 2 in national computer science ranking

    SJSU's computer engineering and software engineering programs now surpass top-tier schools such as CalTech, UC Berkeley, and Stanford.

  • Alameda County homeless count drops 13%, preliminary 2026 point-in-time data shows

    The proportion of unsheltered homeless people who are not in any form of emergency, interim, or transitional housing also decreased, by 18%.

  • Too close for comfort: Monterey County joins push to halt suspected ICE center near Gilroy

    Santa Clara County officials said they were caught unaware of the planned project and cast doubts on whether it complied with local zoning laws.

  • Equity advocates to ask California court to suspend billions in school construction funding

    A preliminary injunction would prevent a state agency from processing hundreds of district applications.

  • What are they trying to hide? California lawmakers kill lobbying transparency bills

    Good government groups backed legislation that sought to make every lobbyist letter public and online, but those proposals appear dead for the year.

  • California community colleges crack down on fake students stealing financial aid

    After a spike in fraudulent applications, school officials say they're better at detecting and preventing fraud, though it still happens.

  • California colleges are seeing a rise of conservative voices. Some classes are tense

    Turning Point chapters continue to grow on California campuses months after Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

  • AC Transit ridership rises for third straight month, first time since pandemic

    Increase is credited to schedule adjustments that rolled out Feb.

  • Musk v. Altman verdict: Musk’s $134B OpenAI suit collapses after swift jury deliberations

    Fueled by the celebrity of the controversial plaintiff and the billions at stake, the case attracted global attention.

  • California schools, agencies face higher fuel prices from Iran war

    For example, CalTrans' fuel costs were $3.9 million in February, $4.6 million in March and $5.7 million in April.

  • Governor YIMBY: In California’s unsettled race, most candidates see eye-to-eye on housing

    On zoning, permitting, fees and NIMBY obstruction, the leading candidates all say the state must make it easier to build more homes.

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