Bay Brief: Gabe Greschler, politics reporter for the San Francisco Standard, joins us to discuss the Cesar Chavez allegations and how state and local leaders are responding.
Deep Dive: We continue our series with candidates for Nancy Pelosi’s Congressional seat. We sit down with Saikat Chakrabarti as he makes his case to go to Washington.
Culture Splash: We take a mini cinematic tour of San Francisco with Bay Area journalist and best-selling author Erin Carlson.
Plus, this week's News Quiz!
Hosts: Grace Won, Ethan Elkind
Producers: Chris Nooney, Katie Colley
News Quiz Answers:
First question: What local Bay Area sports team will be back in action in May, thanks to a collective bargaining agreement reached last week between their players union and the league?
Answer: The Golden State Valkyries
For more info: Why WNBA players have the Valkyries (and their fans) to thank for lucrative labor deal
Second question: One of San Francisco’s supervisors introduced an ordinance last week that could allow customers to enjoy food and drinks in places where they haven’t traditionally been allowed to do so. If the proposal passes, where might you soon be able to nibble on a croissant or sip a latte alongside the establishments’ signature goods? Bonus points if you can name the supervisor behind the proposal.
Answer: Cannabis dispensaries, Supervisor Rafael Mandelman
For more info: San Francisco moves closer to permitting Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes
Third question: A new waterfront park is coming to Oakland, transforming an empty industrial lot into seven acres of public space. It’ll sit along a tidal marsh and shorebird habitat near the airport. Your question: what’s the name of the bay where the new park will be located?
Answer: San Leandro Bay
For more info: An empty Oakland industrial lot is set to become a $16.9 million waterfront park
