Cell divide
Proponents of a state plan for stem-cell research would like you to believe only the religious right opposes it. But some of the strongest critics are hardly Christian conservatives.
By Tali Woodward

DON REED HAS a favor to ask. His son Roman has been in a wheelchair ever since he was paralyzed in a football accident 10 years ago. Right now modern medicine offers no hope.

In This Issue

Dead man talking
Did an Alameda County judge and prosecutor conspire to rig a death penalty case?
By A.C. Thompson

Clean pollution?
It's easy being green when you have a slick P.R. firm on your side
By Matthew Hirsch

Closing credits
Supervisors strive to save small movie theaters but say Prop. L isn't the way to do it
By Laura M. Allen

Obituary: Freedom rider Ed Blankenheim dies at 70
By Richard Knee

Trail Mix: Inside news and insight on the fall campaigns
The Artist General goes Bush-whacking, Hiles runs a rich campaign, and Monster eats Candlestick.

Neighborhood Business: An urban fair with flair
Low prices, a rotating selection, and a prime location keep local craftspeople in business.
By Lorraine Sanders

Neighborhood Business: Biztips
Openings, closings, and other life changes on the small-business scene.

Editorial: Death-penalty moratorium

Editorial: A Kerry battle plan

Opinion: Sun shines on SFUSD
By Dan Kelly, Jill Wynns, and Eddie Chin

Alerts - Political Events

Talkback - Letters to the Editor