The Oakland School That Keeps Producing Stars
Once, they were kids walking the hallways of Oakland School for the Arts. Now they're at the Grammys, publishing bestsellers, and performing at the SF Ballet.
COYOTE Calendar: March 5-March 11
This week we've got nefarious tales about Vallejo's history, jazzy renditions of A Tribe Called Quest, and queer line dancing for beginners.
Frak The Person Is the Actual Mayor of San Francisco
The versatile battle rapper isnât running for office, but with his new collaborative mixtape âFour Square,â heâs earned my vote.
Orinda-Raised Social Media Star Debuts Her Cookbook
Easy âgo-toâ recipes are at the center of Maxine Sharfâs cookbook, with a panoply of healthy dishes inspired by her upbringing in the East Bay.
The SF Filmmaker Making Art Out of Grief
Mohammad Gorjestani honors Oscar Grant and other victims of police violence with an interactive exhibit full of birthday messages.
On Lil B and New Beginnings
As we kick off a new year, what else is there to do but reflect on the sage teachings of the BasedGod?
Whether Youâre in California or Costa Rica, Donât Skip San JosĂ©
On a family trip, our reporter finds California and Central Americaâs unofficial twin cities are both overlooked and misunderstood â with incredible food and culture hiding in plain sight.
A Celebration of Piñata-Flavored Ice Cream With Oaklandâs De La Creamery
On the politics of ice cream and why we need Chicana-made flavors more than ever.
Oakland Rapper Philip Bank$ Is All Gas, No Fakes
The late-blooming lyricist opens up about his debut solo album, âEast Bay Times.â
Why S.F.'s Coolest Party Hosts Now Throw 9am Ragers Instead
A mix of neighborhood runs, one-day burrito collaborations, and Filipino-inspired cold brews highlight this new series of San Francisco-focused morning events.
What Does Frida Kahlo Have to Do With the Bay Area? I Found Out in Mexico
A review of Mexico City's latest Frida Kahlo museum and a tangent about finding home away from home.
From BART to UC Berkeley, Anime Subcultures Are Thriving in the Bay
The Bay Area is quietly one of the biggest anime hubs in North America â and most people don't even realize it.