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‘Stripped for Parts’ airs on KQED tonight
“Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink,” which will air at 9:30 p.m. today (Dec. 2) on KQED, tells the story of how hedge funds have decimated newsrooms across the country.
Alden Global Capital has all but destroyed the news group commonly known here as Bay Area News Group (BANG) by consolidating the Oakland Tribune, Mercury News and East Bay Times, slashing newsroom personnel and putting the Oakland Tribune building up for sale.
The award-winning documentary explains how losing local news coverage endangers democracy and communities, reinforcing the need for reader support.
Top Stories
PUSD board approves just over $11 million in cuts for 2026-27
At its Nov. 20 special meeting, the PUSD board agreed to reduce the district’s certificated substitute pay rates by $25, which is projected to save the district about $125,000, bringing the total number of savings identified by the board to just under its target goal of $11.2 million.
Pleasanton council to review tentative labor agreement for city employees
The Pleasanton City Council Tuesday is set to review the key elements of the newly negotiated tentative agreement between the city and the labor union that represents over 200 employees across various departments, which includes higher wages and compensation benefits.
Dublin artist’s ink flows to ‘Nature’s Rhythm’ in solo exhibit
At the balancing point of artistic surrender and control, a Dublin woman has created a collection of nature-inspired alcohol ink paintings currently highlighted at a solo exhibition in San Ramon.
Take Us Along: Mount Everest Base Camp
Pleasanton residents Tony Battilega and Paul David recently took a 12-day trek through the Himalayas to the Mount Everest Base Camp.
Livermore council greenlights 13-unit housing project on East Avenue
A two-story, 13-unit, multi-family housing development proposed to replace a single-family home on East Avenue received unanimous support from the Livermore City Council last week, despite some dissent from neighboring residents.
Tri-Valley Foodist: The Bourbon Pear curates a fruitful menu
The Bourbon Pear in Livermore brings a juicy selection of comfort food and updated classics plus pear creations.
Greystar reaches $7M settlement in antitrust lawsuit over rent increases
Greystar, the largest landlord in the U.S. with multiple major properties in the Bay Area, has reached a $7 million settlement in an antitrust lawsuit that alleges the property management company colluded with competitors to drive up rent prices.
California is about to cut power company profits to historic lows. Your bill will barely drop
With California electric rates stuck at nearly the highest in the nation, the state’s utility regulator is poised to lower the payout shareholders can receive from California’s three large investor-owned power companies.
Hot Picks
Handling the Holidays: Hope Hospice offers this one-hour free workshop as a safe space to discuss the unique considerations of grieving during the winter holiday season. 12 p.m. & 6:30 p.m., Dec. 2. To register call (925) 829-8770 or submit an inquiry form at HopeHospice.com/grief.
Drop-In Billiards: Join for Billiards at the Livermore Senior Center, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Drop-in fees apply. 4444 East Ave.
Pleasanton City Council: Pleasanton City Council Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The next meeting is 7 p.m., Dec. 2. City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. Visit cityofpleasantonca.gov.
Sole Mates Walking Group: This free walking group at the Pleasanton Senior Center is 8:45-10 a.m., Wednesdays.
Business Alliance Meeting: The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce virtual Business Alliance Meeting is 8-9:30 a.m., the first Wednesday of each month. For more information visit livermorechamber.org.
Livermore Beautification Committee Meeting: The next Livermore Beautification Committee Meeting is 6 p.m., Dec. 3. Civic Center Meeting Hall, 1016 S. Livermore Ave. Visit livermoreca.gov.
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