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This week in civics: Learn about the history of abortion rights, attend a Filipino cultural festival

Plus, Bayview Magic’s 19th annual back-to-school backpack giveaway, Isabel Allende in conversation with Michael Krasny and a tour of San Francisco’s hidden staircases.

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Robbed Oakland baker fights for life after being dragged 50 feet

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After being robbed and hospitalized on Monday afternoon, the Oakland baker is fighting for her life.

The life, legacy and radical hope of Jen Angel

Close friends share their remembrances of an Oakland baker and lifelong activist who was brutally robbed and killed last week. 

Twitter’s offices temporarily closed, employees launch lawsuit as layoffs set to begin: Report

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A class-action lawsuit was filed against Twitter Thursday over its plan to cut about 50% of its workforce.

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The ultimate guide to San Francisco Bay Area bookstores

This week in civics: Learn about the history of abortion rights, attend a Filipino cultural festival

Robbed Oakland baker fights for life after being dragged 50 feet

The life, legacy and radical hope of Jen Angel

Twitter’s offices temporarily closed, employees launch lawsuit as layoffs set to begin: Report