In terms of propositions this year, especially SF propositions, it's a pretty lean year. Both A and B, in fact, seem to be so non-controversial that neither the SF Republicans nor Starchild appear to object. Then there's Proposition C. more ›

New York Times finally gets hip to Berkeley proposition. more ›

Ahhhh, nothing soothes like tension at Berkeley’s Claremont Resort and Spa. Along with your signature "Mayan Temple Journey” massage and exfoliation, or your "Moor Than Mud" bath, the Claremont also offers a simmering two-and-a-half-year fight between spa workers and management over the right to organize. Back in 2002, workers called for a boycott, and last weekend, workers picketed the resort for 27 hours. (That’s gotta make your session with the nutritionist a little uncomfortable.) more ›