Oakland requiring city employees to return to office after 3 years of remote workOakland city workers are required to return to the office, ending the telecommuting program initiated during the pandemic.
Push underway to bring San Francisco city workers back to the officeTrump mandates federal employees return to the office 5 days a week, raising questions about local policy.San Francisco's city employees currently operate in a hybrid work system, with 30% remote.
Oakland requiring city employees to return to office after 3 years of remote workOakland city workers are required to return to the office, ending the telecommuting program initiated during the pandemic.
Push underway to bring San Francisco city workers back to the officeTrump mandates federal employees return to the office 5 days a week, raising questions about local policy.San Francisco's city employees currently operate in a hybrid work system, with 30% remote.
NYC neighborhood furious over new migrant shelter - but City Hall says it's already a done deal: 'How dare you?'The opening of a migrant shelter in the South Bronx has ignited significant community backlash, highlighting concerns about safety and lack of local input.
San Francisco officials swept homeless encampment early to avoid protest, advocates sayCity Hall preempted a planned protest by sweeping an area for homeless encampments ahead of schedule to avoid public scrutiny.
San Francisco's Homeless Tent Count Drops to Record Low, Mayor Says | KQEDSan Francisco reports a 60% decrease in tent encampments due to coordinated crackdowns and outreach efforts to connect people with shelters.
People Rarely Recover Property Cities Say They Store Following Encampment RaidsHomelessness sweeps severely impact individuals, exacerbating their struggles and sometimes leading to tragic outcomes.
San Francisco officials swept homeless encampment early to avoid protest, advocates sayCity Hall preempted a planned protest by sweeping an area for homeless encampments ahead of schedule to avoid public scrutiny.
San Francisco's Homeless Tent Count Drops to Record Low, Mayor Says | KQEDSan Francisco reports a 60% decrease in tent encampments due to coordinated crackdowns and outreach efforts to connect people with shelters.
People Rarely Recover Property Cities Say They Store Following Encampment RaidsHomelessness sweeps severely impact individuals, exacerbating their struggles and sometimes leading to tragic outcomes.
Record Number of NYC Traffic Fatalities, Injuries so Far in 2024Record traffic fatalities and injuries in NYC during 2024 stress the urgent need for safer street designs and policies.
Why Bill de Blasio Is Cracking Down on Ice Cream Truck MenNew York City's crackdown on ice cream trucks highlights tensions between public safety and enforcement priorities amid more pressing urban issues.
Record Number of NYC Traffic Fatalities, Injuries so Far in 2024Record traffic fatalities and injuries in NYC during 2024 stress the urgent need for safer street designs and policies.
Why Bill de Blasio Is Cracking Down on Ice Cream Truck MenNew York City's crackdown on ice cream trucks highlights tensions between public safety and enforcement priorities amid more pressing urban issues.
North End restaurant owner, outspoken Wu critic reportedly plans to run for Boston mayorRestaurateur Jorge Mendoza-Iturralde plans to challenge Boston Mayor Michelle Wu in 2025 due to disagreement with outdoor dining policies and other city issues.
SF deli chain closing final downtown locations after 40 years in businessLee's Deli in San Francisco is closing its final two locations permanently due to lack of demand,Owner Lee Quan cited city policies, including rising minimum wage costs, as reasons for closures.
Clark Street Outdoor Dining to Return Without Pedestrianized RoadsMayor Johnson allows sidewalk patio expansions but keeps Clark Street open to auto traffic for accessibility and traffic flow in River North.
SF deli chain closing final downtown locations after 40 years in businessLee's Deli in San Francisco is closing its final two locations permanently due to lack of demand,Owner Lee Quan cited city policies, including rising minimum wage costs, as reasons for closures.
Clark Street Outdoor Dining to Return Without Pedestrianized RoadsMayor Johnson allows sidewalk patio expansions but keeps Clark Street open to auto traffic for accessibility and traffic flow in River North.
This Bay Area city is using AI to detect homeless camps. Will others follow suit?Cities are using AI to detect homeless encampments for better services and management.San Jose's pilot program utilizes AI to identify lived-in vehicles but not individual identities, aiming to aid in homeless outreach.
This San Francisco Deli Chain Is About to Close Its Final Two LocationsLocal businesses in Downtown San Francisco are struggling post-pandemic, with closures impacting long-standing establishments like Lee's Deli.City-mandated policies like minimum wage increases and challenges related to age and energy are contributing to the closure of iconic establishments in San Francisco.