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Music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Passionate Flamenco Night: Melissa Cruz Live (Alameda)

An evening of flamenco music and dance featuring Melissa Cruz and Kalifeña showcases diverse dances, emotional expression, and Bay Area flamenco community traditions.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Netflix's next great binge watch is about life in the Bay Area suburbs

all the characters on the show are human, and they inhabit a world that (mostly) resembles our own. Avi Shwooper, a lapsed Jew and a father working for a Spotify stand-in, is the closest thing the show has to a main character. But rather than focusing on just Avi, "Long Story Short" ambitiously delves into the lives of three generations of Avi's family across a timeline that jumps around from the 1990s to the 2020s.
Television
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

California Tech Campus to Be Razed for 225 New Homes

A 22-acre former GoPro office park sold for $102 million will be redeveloped into 225 for-sale townhomes and single-family homes with 15% affordable units.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Speakeasies: The Bay Area's hidden bars

Well, a carefully curated bar experience has never been hotter. With their controlled entrances, niche menus and unique design themes, speakeasies allow bar owners to target a (hopefully deep-pocketed) audience. Some speakeasies now cater to the young population's desire for low-stress third spaces, too, like at 13 Orphans, a new parlor for mahjong and merriment in Oakland. People are looking for venues where they can have conversations and connect on a more intimate level,
Food & drink
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

San Jose Author Carmela Dutra Launches Debut Cozy Mystery 'A Murder Most Fowl'

The plot heats up when the siblings enter their truck in a competitive cooking show for publicity, only for a contestant to turn up dead, turning the event into a real elimination challenge. With help from their loyal assistant and Beth's best friend Rylie, they follow clues to solve the twisted case before danger strikes closer to home. This blend of mystery and mouthwatering elements keeps pages turning, offering an escapist read filled with banter and surprises.
Books
#comedy
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Big new Yiddish festival coming to Berkeley this weekend

The even better news is that KlezCalYidFest, the organization's first major live and in-person program since the advent of the pandemic, represents a torch-passing transition as a new generation of leadership emerges. With an energetic new director at the helm, 29-year-old accordionist Dmitri Gaskin, KlezCalifornia is embracing the veteran musicians who built the local klezmer scene while showcasing a younger cohort determined to take the tradition into new territory.
Music
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Rare sighting: Coyote swims in SF Bay between Angel Island and Tiburon

"It's kind of crazy," said Joseph Soriano of Mill Valley.
Environment
Humor
fromsf.funcheap.com
4 days ago

"Oakland First Fridays" Street Festival

Bay Area First Friday events offer free and discounted arts, comedy, and performance nights, including museum nights, art walks, bike parties, and code-discounted comedy.
#transit-funding
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Late Summer Yellowjacket Menace Hitting Hard In Marin and Sonoma Counties

The yellowjacket population is surging in both the East Bay and North Bay this summer, and since the bugs are very aggressive and can sting multiple times, county authorities have their hands full cleaning out an unusually large number of nests. Folks who attend the Outside Lands music festival may recall that in 2024, there was something of a wasp infestation, with the insects swarming food stands and generally giving festivalgoers a serious hassle.
Environment
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

5 years since San Francisco Bay Area's apocalyptic orange skies

On September 9, 2020, Northern California wildfires filled Bay Area skies with thick smoke, turning daylight an apocalyptic orange and making daytime appear like night.
Relationships
fromwww.7x7.com
6 days ago

5 Creative (and Affordable) First Date Ideas in the Bay Area

Choose unexpected, engaging date activities—like sake tastings, stargazing, and park dance nights—to spark laughter, conversation, and memorable shared experiences.
#public-transit
#bart
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

BART Will Finally Let You Tap to Enter With a Credit Card or Debit Card, Starting Wednesday

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

BART Will Finally Let You Tap to Enter With a Credit Card or Debit Card, Starting Wednesday

Cars
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Waymo robotaxis coming to Mineta San Jose International Airport

Waymo will launch robotaxi service at San Jose Mineta International Airport, offering pickups at Terminals A and B to destinations within its Bay Area zone.
Artificial intelligence
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Tesla Opens Up Robotoaxi App to All In SF, But Can They Even Do That?

Tesla launched a Robotaxi app in the Bay Area indicating some rides may operate autonomously under CPUC authority despite reported safety drivers and incomplete testing.
#layoffs
Tech industry
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Oracle lays off thousands-or more-globally amid rapid AI shifts

Oracle is conducting multiple rounds of layoffs, including a Seattle-area reduction of 101 employees and additional cuts across several U.S. regions.
Artificial intelligence
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Silicon Valley tech expert explains what workers need to know as AI-driven layoffs are on the rise

Artificial intelligence is driving major tech job cuts while prompting selective rehiring for AI-skilled roles and concentrated commercial leasing in the Bay Area.
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Raiders' 'Black Hole' fan group to have designated 'Black Bear' section at Cal football games

The Black Hole, a longtime fan group of the Las Vegas Raiders, is back in the Bay Area -- approximately 11 miles north of its former home in Oakland. On Wednesday, the California Golden Bears announced that a section in the south end zone of California Memorial Stadium would be designated as "The Black Bear" going forward, seating fans who purchase a ticket via the group's link on Cal's website.
California
Music
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

After huge success of KPop Demon Hunters, big studios audition K-pop stars in Bay Area

Hybe (Pledis) and YG are holding open-call K-pop auditions in Fremont and San Jose for talent born 2007 or later (YG 2007–2014), requiring one-minute performances.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Powerball fever hitting Bay Area as 2 tickets worth $1.16 million each sold

Powerball jackpot reached $1.1 billion with a $498.4 million cash option and odds of winning at 1 in 292.2 million.
#best-of-the-bay
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Amy's Kitchen closes unmistakable Bay Area drive-thru

Amy's Drive Thru in Corte Madera shuttered permanently on Aug. 25, according to an Instagram post by the company. The fully vegetarian restaurant was arguably best known for its plant-covered roof, which was unmistakable when passing it on Highway 101. Food-wise, it served veggie burgers, french fries, milkshakes, "chik'n" tenders, grain bowls and more. In the Instagram post, the restaurant said it was not an easy decision, especially given its popularity in the Bay Area, but it did not cite a reason for the closure.
Food & drink
#eichler-homes
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Coldwell Banker Realty adds top agent Mary Bee

Mary Bee closed 27 transactions in 2024, surpassed $1 billion in career sales, and joined Coldwell Banker Realty to expand luxury and global reach.
Yoga
fromwww.7x7.com
2 weeks ago

Redefine Downward Dog at These Puppy Yoga, Cat Pilates + Other Animal-Assisted Classes in San Francisco

Puppy yoga offers a playful, low-intensity yoga experience with well-cared-for puppies, ideal for casual participants and animal lovers rather than serious workouts.
LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 weeks ago

A Storybook LGBTQ+ Wedding at Fairyland - San Francisco Bay Times

A Bay Area couple held a nostalgic, community-rooted Fairyland wedding featuring a colorful disco celebration and film-style, inclusive photography.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Less traffic and easier restaurant reservations: Life in Silicon Valley slows down as techies attend Burning Man

When Valerie Bertele went to The Battery for a creative writing event on Tuesday, not many people showed up. The member's club is a hot spot for tech leaders -the same crowd that often travels over 300 miles northeast to Black Rock City for the annual Burning Man. "There were less than 10 people," said Bertele, a VC at Yellow Rocks Capital. "The organizers were saying that we didn't get any signups because everyone looks to be at Burning Man."
Silicon Valley
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Macaulay Culkin Coming to Bay Area for Home Alone' 35th Anniversary Screenings

A now 44-year-old Macaulay Culkin is milking his 90s hit film Home Alone' for another round of fortune, and his 35th anniversary screening tour of the movie comes to San Jose and Oakland in November. 1990s comedy director Chris Columbus will always have a special place in San Francisco's heart for directing Robin Williams in the 1993 San Francisco classic .
Film
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

South Bay hotel lands buyer at price below its assessed value

MILPITAS - The 229-room Sheraton San Jose Hotel was bought for $20.1 million, according to documents filed on Aug. 22 at the Santa Clara County Recorder's Office, well below the property's assessed value. The purchase price for the hotel at 1801 Barber Lane, near the interchange of Interstate 880 and Montague Expressway, was 47% below its assessed value of $38.1 million as of January, according to county real estate documents.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

What Bay Area stores are open on Labor Day?

Most of the big retailers in the Bay Area will be open on Labor Day, which this year falls on Sept. 1. RELATED: Explore these new trails in California over Labor Day weekend Celebrated on the first Monday of September, Labor Day recognizes the achievements of workers across the United States. Except for memorial events and marching activities to celebrate the contributions of workers, Labor Day is one of the major shopping weekends in the U.S.; many retailers offer special deals and back-to-school promotions.
California
California
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Bay Area prosecutors charged 1,200 theft felonies under Proposition 36. Will it help curb crime?

Proposition 36 prompted Bay Area prosecutors to file over 1,200 felony petty-theft cases, with substantial variation in charging rates across counties.
California
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Does this small city have the Bay Area's worst homelessness problem?

Gilroy has a disproportionately high homelessness rate and faces severe resource shortages to address it compared with larger Bay Area cities.
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

These snakes are out and about in the Bay Area

Higher summer temperatures increase snake activity; most Bay Area snakes are harmless, but rattlesnakes are dangerous—avoid disturbing snakes and give them space.
US politics
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Livermore Father Deported By ICE Gets Some Help From Congressman Eric Swalwell, Awaits Hearing In October

A longtime Bay Area resident and father, Miguel Lopez, was deported to Mexico and remains separated from his US family while awaiting further immigration proceedings.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Heat wave worthy of summer settles into Bay Area

A prolonged, intense heat wave will bring unusually high interior Bay Area temperatures, prompting heat advisories and heightened caution.
Public health
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Update: Bay Area inland regions under a heat advisory until Friday night

Inland Bay Area will experience dangerous heat with temperatures in the 90s to near 105°F, increasing risk of heat illness and straining health systems and outdoor workers.
SF music
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Good Taste: Cooking with vinyl at Side A - 48 hills

Side A offers a combination of quality music and food in San Francisco, focusing on DJ respect and creative culinary offerings.
#cisco-systems
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Downtown San Jose office market health tops San Francisco, Oakland

Downtown San Jose's office vacancy rate has improved significantly, contrasting with worsening rates in San Francisco and Oakland.
London music
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Piedmont Center for the Arts hosting Festival Opera's next show Sunday

Festival Opera's Salon Series offers intimate live performances by top Bay Area singers, fostering unique audience interactions.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Arrests made after crackdown on mass thefts from Bay Area T.J. Maxx stores

Authorities recovered approximately $380,000 of stolen merchandise from T.J. Maxx stores in the Bay Area.
#music-festivals
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
SF music

10 Must-See Concerts in the Bay Area This Fall | KQED

The Dock of the Bay Festival features E-40, Baby Bash, and LaRussell, showcasing local Vallejo talent.
from48 hills
1 month ago
SF music

Under the Stars: Deep-cut Californians Slope114 bring big, booming house love - 48 hills

Music festivals in the Bay Area are thriving, showcasing local electronic artists like Slope114.
from48 hills
1 month ago
SF music

Under the Stars: Deep-cut Californians Slope114 bring big, booming house love - 48 hills

fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

8 new Bay Area alfresco restaurants for summer-fall dining

Chef JB Balingit's newest restaurant is Tropa, a modern Filipino restaurant located in Lafayette. The menu reflects a rich blend of Filipino flavors influenced by various cultures, including Spanish and Indian.
SF food
SF food
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

8 new Bay Area alfresco restaurants for summer-fall dining

Bay Area's summer offers great outdoor dining, showcasing new restaurants like Tropa and Valley Goat.
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Opinion: D.C. dysfunction means Bay Area must work together, dream big to solve its problems

Washington’s deadlock has created a tectonic shift transferring power back to the regions. This allows local leaders to take charge and think big again.
San Francisco
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

The AI boom is making the tech guy hot. Just ask Bay Area matchmakers.

"The last couple of years, more women are saying they're attracted to a nerd. They literally use the word nerd. So I think that's kind of a buzzword to describe these guys in a sexy way."
Silicon Valley
SF food
fromwww.7x7.com
4 weeks ago

27 Fun Things to Do This Week (8.18.25)

Numerous events and activities for summer enthusiasts, food lovers, and sports fans are happening across the Bay Area.
Travel
fromwww.7x7.com
4 weeks ago

End Summer Right with the Best Bay Area Day Trips for Every Day of the Week

Healdsburg offers excellent end-of-summer experiences with unique dining and activities on weekdays.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

One dead in overnight crash on Highway 242 in Concord

A fatal crash occurred on southbound Highway 242 involving a motorcycle and another vehicle, prompting a CHP investigation.
SF food
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Original Joe's restaurant opens new location in Walnut Creek

Original Joe's restaurant opened a new location in Walnut Creek, boosting local excitement and community spirit.
SF food
fromMission Local
1 month ago

An offshoot of Stuff, beloved vintage store, returns to the Mission

A vintage consignment store, Stuff by Luxe, is opening in the Mission District, becoming the largest of its kind in the Bay Area.
SF food
from48 hills
1 month ago

BIG WEEK: Buttons On!, Mohanad Elshieky, Pizza Bagel & Beer Fest, Horsegirl... - 48 hills

Aurora Theatre Company's closing signifies a significant loss for the Bay Area arts community, highlighting the need for support of local events.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Bay Area day trip: Quirky, historic Point San Pablo Harbor

Point San Pablo Harbor offers a unique day trip with its rugged beauty, warm-water swimming, friendly locals, and charming atmosphere reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic setting.
East Bay real estate
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Bay Area COVID-19 levels surge 32% just before school starts

COVID-19 levels in Bay Area wastewater increased by 32%, suggesting a rise in cases as schools prepare to reopen.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Casual Carpool is Back, Set to Launch Tuesday in Oakland's Grand Lake Neighborhood

The revival of Casual Carpool services in the Bay Area resumes, aimed at easing the return to office commuting challenges.
Food & drink
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Only one Bay Area deli made Yelp's top 100 sandwich shops in America

Aina's Vegan Banh Mi in San Jose is the only Bay Area deli in Yelp's Top 100 Sandwich Shops, ranking No. 20.
fromSlamonline
1 month ago

Trust the Process: Natalie Nakase - WSLAM

The Bay Area is home to people of all backgrounds who lay the groundwork for others to thrive, shaping the city into what it is today.
#sfmoma
fromFuncheap
1 month ago
SF food

SFMOMA's "Free First Thursdays" Free Museum Day for Locals

Bay Area residents can visit SFMOMA for free on the first Thursday of each month from noon to 8 p.m.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago
SF food

SFMOMA's "Free First Thursdays" Free Museum Day for Locals

Bay Area residents can visit SFMOMA for free on the first Thursday of each month.
Agriculture
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

SV Chat: The man who traps the Bay Area's destructive wild pigs

Wild pigs are invasive, destructive, and pose challenges in the Bay Area, prompting authorities to hire professionals for removal.
San Francisco
fromKqed
1 month ago

After Weeks of Chill, the Bay Area Finally Gets Its Summer Sizzle | KQED

The Bay Area is experiencing a notable warm-up, increasing the risk of wildfires.
SF food
fromThe Infatuation
3 years ago

The Best Fried Chicken Sandwiches In The Bay Area - San Francisco - The Infatuation

The Bay Area hosts numerous exceptional fried chicken sandwiches, with standout options in San Francisco and the East Bay.
#hatch-chiles
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Here are the most expensive homes sold in the Bay Area so far in 2025

The bulk of the region's most expensive home sales so far this year are in Atherton, where famous residents like Golden State Warriors point guard Steph Curry and former Hewlett-Packard CEO and Republican gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman have sought privacy behind tall hedges.
LA real estate
Tech industry
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Bay Area autonomous fleet to grow to over 100 units: Musk

Tesla aims to expand autonomous ride-hailing services in the Bay Area with a significant fleet increase.
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

How Did Fremont Come to Be Known as 'Little Kabul'? | KQED

Fremont has a large Afghan population and serves as a vital cultural hub with a flourishing tech industry.
#art
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Tech startup worth $2B grabs Bay Area office from Meta

Moloco expands headquarters with a new 60,000-square-foot office in Menlo Park, reflecting its rapid growth and strategic investment in Bay Area talent.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Five Bay Area residents arrested for allegedly posing as FBI agents to rob Oregon shipping company

Five Bay Area residents were indicted for impersonating FBI agents to rob a reshipping business in Oregon.
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