Marin's Hidden Gem: Samuel P. Taylor State Park
There’s a wealth of history behind this lesser-known natural wonder.
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San Rafael's Mayor Gary Phillips
Being mayor of Marin’s largest city is only one of his many life pursuits.
9 Questions for Jacqueline Winspear
We speak to the author of the Maisie Dobbs novels often appearing on the New York Times best-seller list, Jacqueline Winspear.
Sepsis: The Little-Known Illness That Took a Marin Tennis Star
An unexpected complication took the life of tennis champion Ken Flach. His widow, Christina, is on a mission to help raise awareness of this deadly condition in hopes that the information can save lives.
BD Wong is Back on Stage in San Francisco
The beloved local actor has appeared in everything from crime dramas to Broadway shows. Now he's going back to his roots and performing at the Geary Theater.
7 Kid-Friendly Antidotes to the Rainy-Day Blues
Don’t let rainy days and Mondays get you down. Here are a few fun indoor spots to try with the kids when weather makes outdoor fun a challenge.
When we Met the Governor: Marin's Gavin Newsom
From San Francisco mayor to his current post as the Governor of California, Newsom has had quite the political journey.
Hamilton Actor Isaiah Johnson
Johnson plays George Washington in the return of this immensely popular play.
Lyme Disease: A Biting Problem
Diagnosing this disease is a challenging affair. The answer to how many cases we have here in Marin is complicated.
The Future of DNA
From exonerating the wrongly accused to tracing genetic ancestry or even changing how we age, the potential of DNA research is just beginning to be realized.
Finding Wellness Through Meditation in Marin
More and more Marinites are reaping the many benefits of meditation.
Heart Attack Leads Adoptee to Mind-Blowing Family Discovery
Born in Marin, an adopted son finds his birth parents — and precious medical knowledge — right in his backyard.
Chris Robinson Finds a Home in Marin
The former singer for the Black Crowes finds peace in West Marin.
Author Talk: Jasmin Darznik
We sat down with Larkspur’s Jasmin Darznik to discuss her new book, Song of a Captive Bird.
S.F. Symphony Plays Prokofiev's Fifth
Conductor Christian Reif talks about his first (planned) program for the S.F. Symphony.
4 Romantic Northern California Weddings
From first dates to vows to dancing the night away: four couples share the details.
The Unshakable Bond Between Dogs and Their Owners
Marin's four-legged friends and the humans who love them.
The Marin Family Behind the Film Beautiful Boy
The true story of a local family’s battle with addiction and its aftermath makes it to the big screen.
9 Questions for Vern Glenn
We caught up with the man nicknamed “Mr. Involvement”, KPIX's Emmy Award–winning sports anchor
Facing a Giant: The Battle Against Unocal in Crockett
The true tale of a fight for justice after an oil refinery emission sickens a Bay Area community.
Through the Eyes of a Bay Area Photographer
Photographer Robert C. “Bob” Tong started with the Marin Independent Journal as a paperboy and went on to become an award-winning photojournalist there.
Out of the Blue: Tackling Suicide
Marin's suicide rates are disproportionately high, but health officials and residents are learning to reduce the stigma and see the signs.
The Marin County Administrator: Matthew Hymel
Hymel is a man who likes to quietly get things done.
The Marin Mountain Biker: Kate Courtney
At 22 years old, Kate Courtney is on the fast — and dusty — track to mountain biking success.
Paul Ash of Marin Food Bank on Tackling Hunger in Marin
We caught up with Paul Ash on why hunger persists in Marin and what his organization is doing to address it.
Marin Councilman, Lawyer and Leader: Q&A with Dick Spotswood
The politics and government columnist for the Marin Independent Journal knows what he’s writing about.
8 Questions for David Crane
We sit down to talk to the president of Govern for California. David Crane was a partner at Babcock & Brown, then went on to serve as a special adviser to Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
A 1944 Mount Tamalpais Plane Crash
Mount Tamalpais is known for its gorgeous nature and vistas, but hidden on the mountain are the remnants of a tragedy that occurred 74 years ago.
Q&A with Joanne Parsont
We spoke with Director of Education Joanne Parsont of the California Film Institute (CFI), which uses films and filmmaking to educate kids about issues such as environmental preservation and activism.
Brian Copeland: The Waiting Period
Brian Copeland's play serves as the backdrop for this candid conversation about depression.
