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Loyal to the Standards
KCBS and CBS-5’s Mike Sugerman meets an Oakland piano man playing the Alley Bar & Grill for 50 years during his travels About the Bay. (6/15/09; 1:48)
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Man Finds Reason to Break out in Song at City Hall
The politics of San Francisco can be lively, but there hasn't been much to sing about lately. But as KCBS' Mike Sugerman found during his travels About the Bay, that hasn't stopped one man who enjoys City Hall - for a song. (5/26; 2:04)
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Looking for Work
The class of 2009 is ready to hit the job market and it is expected to hit back harder than it has in decades. KCBS’ Mike Sugerman has the story from his travels...About the Bay. (5/18; 2:01)
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Spending Millions for Thousands in Return
Spending millions of dollars on a program and getting only a small percentage of that money back might be considered a failure in most circles. But, KCBS' Mike Sugerman found out during his travels About the Bay that San Francisco's MUNI does think so.
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Is Horse Racing Headed Out to Pasture?
Despite the excitement over the upset win at this weekend's Kentucky Derby, horse racing is in trouble. The Bay Area has only one race track, and its parent company has declared bankruptcy. KCBS' Mike Sugerman went About the Bay to find out. (5/4;1:5
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New Twist in SF Graffiti Battle
San Francisco spends more than $20 million a year trying to clean up graffiti. But, during his travels About the Bay, KCBS' Mike Sugerman came across an innovative solution that doesn't cost much at all. (4/20; 1:55)
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Be Wary of Bargain Travel
KCBS' Mike Sugerman found out during his own travels About the Bay that a bargain holiday can take a turn for the worst if you're not careful when you book your plans. (4/13; 1:59)
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Day Laborers Feel Economic Pinch
The U.S. economic situation is so bad these days that some folks say they might prefer to return to their native countries. (03/30; 1:54)
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Sacto Tent City Faces Closure
KCBS' Mike Sugerman takes a closer look at a homeless encampment unlike any we've seen since the Great Depression. (3/23; 1:58)
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Sugerman Who?
It's increasingly difficult to find a human voice on the other end of the phone, with machines directing most calls. But during his travels About the Bay, KCBS' Mike Sugerman finds machines don't listen to him. (3/16; 2:06)
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Mobile Phones Make Music Magic
KCBS' Mike Sugerman learned you can make music and phone it in - to the rest of the world - during his travels About the Bay. (3/9; 2:01)
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Mom Stands Lonely Vigil
A San Francisco woman stands a lonely vigil outside City Hall for her murdered son. KCBS' Mike Sugerman has the story from his travels, About the Bay. (3/2; 1:56)
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Parking Spot Expert Knows SF
San Francisco doled out $100 million in parking tickets last year, prompting KCBS\' Mike Sugerman to go About the Bay with an expert who finds the sweetest of parking spots. (2/23; 2:04)
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The Art of Local News
The more local the story, the more important it is to someone. KCBS' Mike Sugerman tags along with a hyper-local report during his travels, About the Bay. (2/9; 2:05)
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The Art of Haggling
The bad economy has people looking for deals everywhere, including our own Mike Sugerman, who has an appetite for saving money. Here's his report from his travels...About the Bay. (1/26; 1:55)
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Sweet Sounds
History buffs and musicians gathered in the Bay Area this weekend to celebrate what is thought to be American music even before there was a United States. (1/19; 2:00)
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Federal Bailout Blues
During his travels About the Bay, KCBS reporter Mike Sugerman started wondering just who is getting all that bailout money.(1/12; 2:03)
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Food Runners
As demand for some of the more basic things in life increases, a Bay Area group that has been helping to redistribute some valuable commodities is thriving. (12/22; 2:02)
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The Mystery of Dropped Calls Solved
Cell phone dead zones have become a reality of everyday life. But sometimes, as KCBS' Mike Sugerman found out during his travels About the Bay, they can happen in the strangest places.(1/3; 2:05)
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Thriving Market on Market Street
Retail businesses are offering great deals these days, but not as good as some you can find on one of SF's biggest streets. KCBS's Mike Sugerman took a look during his travels About the Bay.(12/29; 2:03)
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A Pleasanton Christmas With the Bobs
In these dark economic times, two men are trying to brighten up the holidays with the flashiest lights they can find. KCBS's Mike Sugerman has the story from his travels About the Bay.(12/15; 2:03)
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Body Music
Want to take up a musical instrument but can't afford to buy one? KCBS's Mike Sugerman went About the Bay to find out how to use your own body.(12/08; 1:20)
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Job Seekers Getting Desperate
Finding a job in the current economy can be a job in itself. KCBS's Mike Sugerman heard stories about just that this week during his travels About the Bay.(11/24; 1:53)
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Not Just Wall Street
The economic downturn is hurting all income levels, but during his travels About the Bay, KCBS' Mike Sugerman found it may have the most effect on those who have little to lose.(11/10; 1:48)
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War Against the Electoral College
A Silicon Valley man is using his millions in a personal crusade against the way we elect a president. Mike Sugerman has his story from his travels About the Bay. (11/03; 2:06)
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Taxing Sandwiches
Saving pennies can add up, but KCBS' Mike Sugerman found out he's wasting plenty of pennies due to an arcane state tax law, during his travels About the Bay. (10/27; 1:50)
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Hefty Voter's Guide for Upcoming Election
Be prepared- it’ll take some time to sift through your loaded voters guide for the upcoming November election. Mike Sugerman looked through his, and other residents, in his travels About the Bay. (10/20; 1:47)
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Finding a Home Loan
The credit market is tightening up. How hard can it be to find a home loan? Mike Sugerman found out first hand during his travels...About the Bay. (10/13; 2:07)
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Opera is Hot Again
One of the world's oldest forms of entertainment is seeing a renaissance of interest. KCBS's Mike Sugerman found out during his travels About the Bay.(10/06; 1:54)
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The Bailout- In Relative Terms
The bailout in Washington is $700 billion, but on a smaller scale how would this compare to bailing out a relative? KCBS's Mike Sugerman tried to figure it out during his travels About the Bay.(9/29; 2:05)
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San Francisco Truancy
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom is taking a personal approach to the truancy problem in the city’s high schools. KCBS’ Mike Sugerman has more on About the Bay. (9/15; 2:06)
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Grocery Shopping of the Future
KCBS's Mike Sugerman test drove a new device that allows you to avoid the supermarket for the rest of your life, during his travels About the Bay.(9/8; 2:10)
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San Quentin Inmates
Some long-time prison inmates at San Quentin are working hard to make things better on the outside by helping younger convicts who will soon get out. Mike Sugerman has their story from his travels about the bay. (9/2; 2:04)
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Bicycles Add To Pollution?
There’s a debate about whether adding bike lanes to city streets actually cut down on polluting cars. KCBS’ Mike Sugerman has more on About the Bay. (8/25; 1:53)
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How to be a Polite Football Fan
Nasty behavior has led the NFL to issue guidelines to let spectators know what is expected of them. KCBS's Mike Sugerman talks to fans during his travels About the Bay.(8/18; 2:03)
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Credit Card Debt
Americans owe more credit cad debt than ever before, and KCBS' Mike Sugerman is no different. Here's his story on About the Bay. (7/14; 2:06)
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Backyard Farmers
The Bay Area is known for its food, not only in its restaurants, but in its backyards. An Internet community helps people find what they're looking for. (7/7; 2:03)
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Decoding the News
The news can be hard to understand...especially with some of the current jargon. KCBS's Mike Sugerman tried to figure it out during his travels About the Bay.(6/23; 2:06)
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Low Health Ratings, but Good Eats
It's the list that San Francisco restaurateurs do not want to be on - the health inspector's Worst Rated Restaurants. KCBS' Mike Sugerman stops by for a bite on his travels About the Bay.(6/16; 1:51)
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An Expensive Cell Phone Call
In his travels About the Bay, KCBS's Mike Sugerman found many motorists unprepared for the fines that take effect July 1 if caught driving while yacking. (6/2/08; 1:37)
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Flying the Unfriendly Skies
After a day spent at SFO, KCBS’s Mike Sugerman suggests packing some patience if you plan to fly this summer. (5/27; 2:06)
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Water Cops Wanted in the East Bay
Flooding your lawn with a sprinkler? Not on this patrol's watch. KCBS' Mike Sugerman spent the day looking for water-wasters during his travels About the Bay. (5/19; 2:11)
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Scary Freeway Onramps
Getting on and off Bay Area freeways can be tricky. KCBS' Mike Sugerman says these harrowing experiences are a big part of traveling About the Bay.(5/12; 2:05)
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Tattoos: Think Before You Ink
Can a tattoo hold you back in your career? KCBS's Mike Sugerman pondered that question as he ran into more and more ink - in his travels About the Bay.
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Olympic Ping Pong Hopeful
A San Jose 12-year-old has been taking on the world, in ping pong. KCBS's Mike Sugerman found her story during his travels About the Bay.(4/28; 1:52)
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