History of the New Bay Bridge
The 1989 Loma Prieta Quake gave us an idea of what a temblor could do to the Bay Bridge. So why will it take nearly a quarter century to make the span earthquake safe? KCBS' Mike Sugerman takes a look during his travels, About the Bay. (11/02; 2:06)
Infiltrating a 'Smoking Circle'
An estimated 20% of Americans smoke. That leaves 80% of the population not knowing what goes on inside those sidewalk 'smoking circles.' (10/26; 2:05)
Unemployed But Not 'Counted'
KCBS' Mike Sugerman found out, during his travels About the Bay, that the state's unemployment picture may actually be worse than the figures suggest. (10/19; 2:06)
The Hula Hoop is Hip Again
People in the Bay Area are going around in circles to get a good workout. KCBS' Mike Sugerman used the hula hoop as an exercise tool during his travels, About the Bay. (10/12; 1:54)
Longtime Tailgaters Have Reason to Celebrate
Few appreciate a victory more than a group that's been gathering before kickoff since the 49ers moved to Candlestick Park almost 40 years ago. KCBS' Mike Sugerman caught up with these fans during his travels, About the Bay. (10/05; 1:41)
Inner City Students On Par
KCBS' Mike Sugerman took a swing by a state of the art golf course at SF’s Visitacion Valley Middle School that’s the envy of suburban country clubs. (9/28/09; 2:00)
Foodies Forage for Food
Advocates of the slow food movement are promoting the idea of getting food from the closest source possible. KCBS' Mike Sugerman went foraging in a neighborhood park during his travels, About the Bay. (9/21; 2:04)
Muscle Behind Strong Coffee
Coffee houses the world over are noticing a new ailment, barista elbow, as KCBS' Mike Sugerman discovered in his travels About the Bay. (9/14/09; 1:51)
Taco Trucks Offer Worldly Flavors
KCBS' Mike Sugerman got a taste of some unconventional offerings from some Bay Area taco trucks, during his travels About the Bay. (9/8; 2:04)
Up Close with Bridge Workers
A crew of several dozen will tackle a construction feat unlike any other on the Bay Bridge over the Labor Day weekend. KCBS' Mike Sugerman learns more in his travels, About the Bay. (8/31; 1:33)
Stacking May Solve Parking Troubles
Parking in the Bay Area can be troublesome, so some developers are looking up for inspiration. KCBS' Mike Sugerman has the story from his travels About the Bay. (8/24; 1:51)
About The Bay
Are you spending too much time in the shower? KCBS and CBS 5 reporter Mike Sugerman asked that question in his travels About the Bay. (8/02; 1:28)
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Mike Sugerman's award-winning "About the Bay" reports. Airing every Monday morning, "About the Bay" is Mike's unique look at the people and places that make the Bay Area special.
(On air Mondays at 6:40am, 7:40am, 8:40am and 9:40am.)
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Bravery at Ft Hood
CBS news reporter August Skamenca describes the heroism displayed by those at the scene of Thursday’s shooting at Ft Hood that left 13 people dead.(11/6; 3:38)
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By ACE Train
KCBS' Mike Colgan reports the northbound train struck a trespasser in San Jose, prompting lengthy delays on Caltrain. (11/6; :46)
Report: SF Should Hold On To Sharp Park
KCBS' Barbara Taylor reports A new report out Friday recommends that San Francisco continue to operate Sharp Park in Pacifica as an 18 hole golf course. (11/6; 1:00)
Google Dashboard
KCBS technology analyst Larry Magid explains Google’s new privacy feature, Dashboard, making it easier for users to know what information is being collected about them. (11/6; 2:47)
New Beatles Gadget
CNET staff writer Caroline McCarthy says the new apple-shaped USB drive containing the entire Beatles back-catalogue is a compromise for the bend hesitant to dive into the download business.
(11/6; 3:39)
Stimulus Slip-Up
Sacramento Bee reporter Phillip Reese says the Cal State University system may have stretched the truth when it claimed federal economic stimulus money saved over 100,000 jobs.(11/6; 3:36)
Mike Sugerman's award-winning "About the Bay" reports. Airing every Monday morning, "About the Bay" is Mike's unique look at the people and places that make the Bay Area special. 
