SAN FRANCISCOFRIDAY'S SHIFT IN the San Francisco Giants' ownership structure nearly brought tears to the sad, blue eyes of Peter Magowan.He claimed he was "happy" and "relieved" to announce his retirement as the team's managing general partner, effective at season's end.  

LARKSPUR — The Head-Royce High boys volleyball team gave top-seeded Sir Francis Drake all it could handle in the North Coast Section semifinals.  

Real life archaeologist Kim Shelton weighs in on archaeology, Indiana Jones and real treasure  

Sports Chalet, Ashley Furniture, Fresh & Easy and Ross are among the latest crop of merchants opening in the East Bay.