Alameda City Council postpones vote on appointing Beaudin as next city manager
The Alameda City Council opted to delay the appointment of Pleasanton City Manager Gerry Beaudin as the next leader of its city in an unexpected move Tuesday night with his negotiated contract poised for a final vote.
Opioid use through the big screen
By Anika Gupta From the black-and-white short films “Rube in an Opium Joint” and “Chinese Opium Den” by Thomas Edison to modern television like “Beautiful Boy” and “Euphoria”, opioids have been a part of popular media since the late nineteenth century. Throughout the long history of opioid portrayal in television, depictions and reactions have fluctuated. …
How social media Is fueling the opioid crisis
Getty Images By Kary Deng Over the past decade, the opioid epidemic has become a pressing issue. As scientists attempt to study the cause of turning to opioids, a silent market has increased in the background. Social media platforms, such as TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat, have changed how the youth communicate, discover trends, and share…
Paranoia or precaution? Taking the extra step could save a life
Getty Images We’ve always been told to stay away from drugs. That they never do any good. That it’s better to be safe than sorry. That surrounding yourself with the wrong crowd can come at a cost. But those words that sound like a broken record could actually save your life. What if the one…
National champions: Foothill civics team wins We the People competition in Washington
Foothill High School’s competitive civics team erupted in cheers of joy Sunday after they were…
Connected: Bridging the gap between music therapy and opioid addiction
By Aleksandra Hurka This video explores the effects of music therapy on opioid addiction by examining how both opioid and instrumental exposure affect white matter…
Honoring Pleasanton’s 2026 Community Patriots
Three people with long records of giving back to the Pleasanton community are set to be recognized next week during a reception outside of the…
