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Oakland punk rockers serve up lunch and clean needles

By Brian Howey, Bay News Rising Staff Reporter —   Beneath the thrum of freeway traffic, Michele Magobet shuffles past a foldout table. Pausing to examine plastic tubs, she picks … Continue reading

July 1, 2017 · Leave a comment

After nearly six years, the sit-lie law is having trouble staying on its feet

By Grady Penna, Bay News Rising staff reporter – Decorated with a nine-ball ornament dangling from his neck, rings covering each finger and a hulking pack strapped to his back, … Continue reading

July 6, 2016 · 3 Comments