Author Archives: Polly Stryker

Amazon's New Online Wine Shop: Industry Friend or Foe?

November 9, 2012, 3:03 pm • Posted by Polly Stryker
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The world’s largest e-commerce site began its third foray into the world of wine Thursday. Amazon.com says customers can now order online from a list of nearly a thousand wines from around the country. KQED News anchor Stephanie Martin spoke … Continue reading »

Filed under: Business and Finance, Napa, Sonoma, Tech
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Why is it So Hard To Get a Cab in San Francisco?

November 9, 2012, 1:39 pm • Posted by Polly Stryker
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Ever waited for a very long time to grab a cab in San Francisco on Friday or Saturday night? Of course you have. Katrina Schwartz reported a story on KQED News Thursday about the rise of ride-sharing services in San … Continue reading »

Filed under: San Francisco, Transportation
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A.M. Splash: Following Disappointing House Results, Whither Pelosi?; Calif. Gay Marriage Activists Look to Courts

November 9, 2012, 8:55 am • Posted by Polly Stryker
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Pelosi's future tangled by election (SF Chronicle) Speculation about Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi's future is intensifying after House Democrats failed to net more than a single-digit gain in Tuesday's election, despite gaining at least four seats, and possibly as many … Continue reading »

Filed under: Morning Splash