Soul fest brings big acts to East Bay on Labor Day weekend Organizers expect 65,000 people to flock to downtown Oakland this weekend for the annual, three-day Art & Soul Oakland festival that boasts 60 bands, six stages, art installations, a children's carnival and multicultural food.
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Barack Obama's campaign turned the Denver Broncos' Invesco Field into a costly sound stage for a final night extravaganza at the Democratic National Convention. Meanwhile, John McCain tried to steal some thunder by hinting at his VP choice.
Inman: The new face of the Warriors could use a new ankle right about now. Guard Monta Ellis is hurt. Ankle surgery will shelve him for at least three months.
Deadline looms for downpayment aid On Oct. 1, a financing option used by almost 20 percent of new-home buyers to help scrape together a down payment is going away, making it tougher for many people to become homeowners.