Creating From Experience

Published May 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM PDT

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Sally Martin Katz is the photography curator at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, which include the de Young Museum and Legion of Honor. Behind her are individual photos of The Beatles from the "Eye of the Storm" exhibit at the de Young Museum. — Sally Martin Katz is the photography curator at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, which include the de
Young Museum and Legion of Honor. Behind her are individual photos of The Beatles from the "Eye of the Storm" exhibit at the de Young Museum.

After a period of political scandal, Oakland has a new Mayor. Today, we hear about Barbara Lee’s plan for her first 100 days in office. Then, a photo exhibit by Paul McCartney gives music fans a rare peek into the Beatles' early years. And, a conversation with Kevin Fagan, a reporter with four decades of work covering homelessness in the Bay.

State of the Bay: Oakland Mayor-Elect Barbara Lee’s Plan for First 100 Days
Sights + Sounds: Paul McCartney's photo exhibit at the de Young Museum
The Bay Agenda: Kevin Fagan and his novel, "The Lost and The Found"

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