Was it really just a short while ago that a wayward mother whale and her spirited offspring held us in thrall with their plight and antics in the Sacramento Delta?

An Alameda company has developed the first human embryonic stem cell line that does not destroy the embryo, the company said last week. Advanced Cell Technology Inc.

Kiwanis of Alameda recently presented 10 eighth graders with the Kiwanis Hope of America award. Eighth-grade teachers from Alameda's public and private schools nominated students they felt excelled in leadership, peer relationships, character, academics and extra-curricular activities.

For some reason, and please don't ask me why because I don't remember, my family and I starting discussing hemp as a food. Maybe it was because I had just read something about hemp in candy? Hmmm. Anyway, I was intrigued by the idea and decided to do some research on the latest word on...

It's no wonder so many people are confused about heartburn — after all, it has nothing to do with your heart! Heartburn earned its name from the burning sensation this syndrome causes in the middle of your chest — a feeling that may also be accompanied by a sour or bitter taste in your mouth or throat.