SF's budget picture improves—thanks to high-end taxes
Plus: 'MJ' is literally bad; the Womack Sisters carry on a stunning soul legacy
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Today's headlines:
SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery
By Tim Redmond
The case for destroying the social safety net continues to unravel; the CEO tax might make cuts unnecessary.
Under the Stars: Welcome to the Womack Sisters era
By John-Paul Shiver
A stunning musical legacy comes through. Plus: Rediscovering Rocketship, Jesse Appelman's 'newgrass,' RIP Bob Power, more
Drama Masks: Mad, bad, and dangerous to see
By Charles Lewis III
'MJ' is no thriller, despite technical expertise; 'Our Class' shows the risks of inaction in highly charged times.
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