‘Joy Is at the Core’: Drag Story Hour Sashays Into Its Next Decade
Despite Trump, transphobes, and a pandemic, the San Francisco storytelling event-turned-international-movement has plenty to celebrate.
‘Joy Is at the Core’: Drag Story Hour Sashays Into Its Next Decade
Despite Trump, transphobes, and a pandemic, the San Francisco storytelling event-turned-international-movement has plenty to celebrate.
Bay Area Sports Mascots Ranked by the Ultimate Experts: Furries
Everybody has an opinion on mascots, but what do the real masters of the fur think?
This Oakland Community Destroyed a Wall to Preserve Black History
On a chilly Saturday afternoon under the inescapable sound of the BART train, a group of community members took apart the facade of Esther’s Orbit Room.
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Culture
Oakland Rapper Philip Bank$ Is All Gas, No Fakes
The late-blooming lyricist opens up about his debut solo album, ‘East Bay Times.’
Why S.F.'s Coolest Party Hosts Now Throw 9am Ragers Instead
A mix of neighborhood runs, one-day burrito collaborations, and Filipino-inspired cold brews highlight this new series of San Francisco-focused morning events.
From BART to UC Berkeley, Anime Subcultures Are Thriving in the Bay
The Bay Area is quietly one of the biggest anime hubs in North America — and most people don't even realize it.
The Best $20 I Spent This Year Was at Monster Jam’s Pit Party in Oakland
Times are tough. ‘Freestyle Mania’ bent them into the shape of a balloon animal for one glorious afternoon.
Power
Homeless to Housed: Larry's Story
Housing can offer more stability than many realize — to get sober, save money, find a purpose, and fall in love.
Every Thanksgiving We Drive to Alcatraz. Except This Year
My Thanksgiving tradition includes Alcatraz Island, chain-smoking elders, and gas station hotdogs.
How to Shoehorn the Epstein Files Into Any Thanksgiving Dinner Conversation
Thanksgiving is for suckers. Here’s how to ruin it for everyone.
COYOTE First Aid Kit: How to Stay Safe at a Protest
Know your rights, know the risks, and know what to do if you’re arrested.
Life
COYOTE Calendar: December 10-December 17
This week we've got wood carving, participatory musical performances, two different zine fests, and a Flat Earth talk.
A Celebration of Piñata-Flavored Ice Cream With Oakland’s De La Creamery
On the politics of ice cream and why we need Chicana-made flavors more than ever.
COYOTE’s Guide to Gifts That In No Way Benefit Jeff Bezos
We’ve got dreamy soaps and candles, punk rock organizers, addictive beef jerky, and more.
COYOTE Calendar: December 4–December 10
This week we've got Palestinian weaving, Panamanian Mother's Day, and parties galore.