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#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
5 days ago

'Move ICE, get out the Bay!' Mission march mobilizes thousands against ICE 'kidnappings'

Public protests against ICE arrests are escalating in San Francisco, highlighting tensions between community activists and police.
San Francisco
fromKqed
5 days ago

'A Moment People Have Been Waiting For': ICE Arrests Fuel SF Protests | KQED

Protests in San Francisco against Trump's immigration policies reveal public anger and local leadership's challenges.
Activism intensifies in response to immigration enforcement actions.
San Francisco Giants
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Fans whoop and holler for Rikki's, San Francisco's first women's sports bar

The opening of Rikki's marks a significant milestone as San Francisco's first women's sports bar, promoting inclusivity in the LGBTQ community.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Why does Bayview-Hunters Point have so few street trees?

San Francisco's urban tree count is declining, especially in poorer neighborhoods, despite previous planting goals.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
5 days ago

'Move ICE, get out the Bay!' Mission march mobilizes thousands against ICE 'kidnappings'

Public protests against ICE arrests are escalating in San Francisco, highlighting tensions between community activists and police.
San Francisco
fromKqed
5 days ago

'A Moment People Have Been Waiting For': ICE Arrests Fuel SF Protests | KQED

Protests in San Francisco against Trump's immigration policies reveal public anger and local leadership's challenges.
Activism intensifies in response to immigration enforcement actions.
San Francisco Giants
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Fans whoop and holler for Rikki's, San Francisco's first women's sports bar

The opening of Rikki's marks a significant milestone as San Francisco's first women's sports bar, promoting inclusivity in the LGBTQ community.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Why does Bayview-Hunters Point have so few street trees?

San Francisco's urban tree count is declining, especially in poorer neighborhoods, despite previous planting goals.
#immigration
San Francisco
from48 hills
5 days ago

5,000 march against ICE in the Mission; where is Mayor Lurie? - 48 hills

Thousands marched in San Francisco in protest of ICE raids, highlighting urgency and community opposition to Trump's immigration policies.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

ICE Arrests David Huerta, Beloved Labor Leader and SEIU California President

San Francisco
from48 hills
5 days ago

5,000 march against ICE in the Mission; where is Mayor Lurie? - 48 hills

Thousands marched in San Francisco in protest of ICE raids, highlighting urgency and community opposition to Trump's immigration policies.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

ICE Arrests David Huerta, Beloved Labor Leader and SEIU California President

San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Immigration authorities revoke visas, detain Palestinian visitors at SFO

Two Palestinian men on a humanitarian mission were detained at San Francisco airport, facing deportation despite valid visas.
#legal-issues
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Judge jails recycling plant owners accused of exposing Watts students to toxic waste

The owners of a recycling plant in South L.A. face jail time for exposing students to toxic waste and violating a court order.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Thursday Morning What's Up: Woman Killed In Napa Homicide Was Pregnant With Twins

NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Judge jails recycling plant owners accused of exposing Watts students to toxic waste

The owners of a recycling plant in South L.A. face jail time for exposing students to toxic waste and violating a court order.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Woman Killed In Napa Homicide Was Pregnant With Twins

Domestic violence incident claims the life of 33-year-old pregnant woman, Hailey Yvonne Privett, in Napa.
#local-government
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

'It's our second home': Sunset Park seniors fight to save cherished center facing rent hike * Brooklyn Paper

USC faces closure due to a proposed 70% rent increase, threatening support for seniors in Sunset Park.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

'It's our second home': Sunset Park seniors fight to save cherished center facing rent hike * Brooklyn Paper

USC faces closure due to a proposed 70% rent increase, threatening support for seniors in Sunset Park.
#los-angeles
#healthcare
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

'Stand Up for Science and Sanity' rally held in Palo Alto amid looming federal cuts

Rally-goers protest looming federal budget cuts, emphasizing the potential long-term damage to healthcare and scientific research.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

'Stand Up for Science and Sanity' rally held in Palo Alto amid looming federal cuts

Rally-goers protest looming federal budget cuts, emphasizing the potential long-term damage to healthcare and scientific research.
#antisemitism
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Megabucks ad campaign launched urging NYC, NJ Jews to cast primary ballots

A $500,000 ad campaign aims to mobilize Jewish voters amid rising antisemitism before the June 24 primary elections.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Megabucks ad campaign launched urging NYC, NJ Jews to cast primary ballots

A $500,000 ad campaign aims to mobilize Jewish voters amid rising antisemitism before the June 24 primary elections.
#real-estate
NYC politics
fromNextcity
2 weeks ago

Reclaiming a Human-Scaled Vision of New York City

The struggle between residents and the real estate industry over urban development profoundly impacts the cultural and historical fabric of cities.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Century-old East Village tenement synagogue to be torn down - and hundreds of historic NYC sites face same risk, advocates say

A former synagogue in the East Village will be demolished for high-end condos, igniting preservationist concerns about losing historical significance.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

Brooklyn News: A Family Home in Park Slope

The article highlights notable real estate listings and ongoing community discussions regarding infrastructure in Brooklyn, focusing especially on Flatbush and the BQE.
NYC politics
fromNextcity
2 weeks ago

Reclaiming a Human-Scaled Vision of New York City

The struggle between residents and the real estate industry over urban development profoundly impacts the cultural and historical fabric of cities.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Century-old East Village tenement synagogue to be torn down - and hundreds of historic NYC sites face same risk, advocates say

A former synagogue in the East Village will be demolished for high-end condos, igniting preservationist concerns about losing historical significance.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

Brooklyn News: A Family Home in Park Slope

The article highlights notable real estate listings and ongoing community discussions regarding infrastructure in Brooklyn, focusing especially on Flatbush and the BQE.
#san-jose
#lgbtq
NYC LGBT
fromsilive
1 week ago

Pride 2025: Meet the man who's saving Staten Island's hidden treasures one park at a time

John Kilcullen exemplifies dedication to nature preservation and community activism as director of Conference House Park on Staten Island.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
SF LGBT

A curious road closure and drawbridge didn't stop activists from lighting Jacksonville bridge for Pride

fromMedium
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Easter in the park proved again why San Francisco is the country's queer heart

NYC LGBT
fromsilive
1 week ago

Pride 2025: Meet the man who's saving Staten Island's hidden treasures one park at a time

John Kilcullen exemplifies dedication to nature preservation and community activism as director of Conference House Park on Staten Island.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
SF LGBT

A curious road closure and drawbridge didn't stop activists from lighting Jacksonville bridge for Pride

fromMedium
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Easter in the park proved again why San Francisco is the country's queer heart

#environmental-justice
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Environmental Justice Groups Sue Over Louisiana Law Censoring Air Pollution Data

fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Jet fumes over East Oakland but not Alameda? Groups say new OAK deal reinforces historic inequities

The settlement agreement on airport expansion may worsen pollution and reinforce inequities for East Oakland communities.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
NYC parents

Judge shuts down recycling plant accused of spewing toxins onto L.A. school

A South L.A. recycling plant was shut down due to toxic waste violations, marking a significant win for community activists and student groups.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Environmental Justice Groups Sue Over Louisiana Law Censoring Air Pollution Data

State law restricts sharing of unapproved air pollution data, impacting community health initiatives.
#transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Mission District

Revealed: MTC Canceled Bridge Bike Lane Meetings Because Staff Findings Showed it Should Stay Open - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Mission District

Revealed: MTC Canceled Bridge Bike Lane Meetings Because Staff Findings Showed it Should Stay Open - Streetsblog San Francisco

#brockwell-park
#vandalism
#recall-election
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Recall Joel Engardio Crowd Says They Have Enough Signatures to Force the Recall Election

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Contra Costa DA Diana Becton Faces the Latest Bay Area Effort to Recall a District Attorney

fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Recall Joel Engardio Crowd Says They Have Enough Signatures to Force the Recall Election

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Contra Costa DA Diana Becton Faces the Latest Bay Area Effort to Recall a District Attorney

#street-naming
fromsilive
2 months ago
NYC politics

Staten Island street corner renamed to honor Geraldine Parker, tireless NYC community activist

NYC LGBT
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Street named in honor of community activist Don Lee

Community activist Don Lee honored with street co-naming in Brooklyn following his passing, recognizing his significant contributions to local residents.
fromsilive
2 months ago
NYC politics

Staten Island street corner renamed to honor Geraldine Parker, tireless NYC community activist

#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Mayor Adams' Tax Lien Sale Task Force is Failing NYC Tenants and Homeowners

The Task Force can choose to alleviate the affordable housing crisis by prioritizing community needs over Wall Street profits.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Mayor Adams' Tax Lien Sale Task Force is Failing NYC Tenants and Homeowners

The Task Force can choose to alleviate the affordable housing crisis by prioritizing community needs over Wall Street profits.
#george-floyd
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

5 Years After George Floyd's Death, Minneapolis Debates His Memorial Site

George Floyd Square symbolizes a national reckoning over police misconduct and racism, with ongoing debates about its future.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

5 Years After George Floyd's Death, Minneapolis Debates His Memorial Site

George Floyd Square symbolizes a national reckoning over police misconduct and racism, with ongoing debates about its future.
#mental-health-crisis
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 months ago

Family of Win Rozario demands justice one year after police shooting in Ozone Park - QNS

Community demands accountability in the police killing of Win Rozario, highlighting concerns over mental health crisis responses.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

No charges for Miami cop in controversial shooting of man in mental health crisis

Officer who shot man in mental health crisis cleared of criminal charges after prosecutors deemed her actions justified.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 months ago

Family of Win Rozario demands justice one year after police shooting in Ozone Park - QNS

Community demands accountability in the police killing of Win Rozario, highlighting concerns over mental health crisis responses.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

No charges for Miami cop in controversial shooting of man in mental health crisis

Officer who shot man in mental health crisis cleared of criminal charges after prosecutors deemed her actions justified.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Fulham residents raise thousands to block 24-hour McDonald's 'crime magnet'

A target of 9,000 has been set for donations to support legal fees as Fulham residents campaign against a 24/7 McDonald's, citing concerns over crime and disruption.
London politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

East Bay MUD criticized by Asian community over status of board VP

More than 20 speakers defended Chan's character and criticized the directors' actions as politically- or racially-motivated, since Chan is the only Asian director on the board.
SF politics
Arts
from48 hills
1 month ago

On feeding the soul: Cynthia Tom's San Franciscan canvas - 48 hills

Cynthia Tom uses surrealistic art to explore Asian American women's experiences with generational trauma, fostering community health and cultural identity.
#gentrification
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Interior Sec. Doug Burgum visits NYC sports complex that risked closure until youth sports parents got involved

Being here and seeing the youth here, the youth hockey players that came out tonight, seeing their gratitude because this place was at risk of being closed down.
National Hockey League
#education-policy
NYC politics
fromPrism
1 month ago

Trans students' supporters mobilize in Manhattan after council vote

Activists rally to support trans and nonbinary students in Manhattan's education council amid ongoing debates over sports inclusion.
NYC politics
fromPrism
1 month ago

Trans students' supporters mobilize in Manhattan after council vote

Activists rally to support trans and nonbinary students in Manhattan's education council amid ongoing debates over sports inclusion.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Rashidah Grinage honored for decades of work holding police accountable

In recognition of Rashidah Grinage's relentless efforts and commitment, the Oakland City Council honored her for championing the cause of police accountability and community justice.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Texas's Crypto-Mining Racket

On April 27, the City of Corsicana announced [that Riot was] building the world's largest Bitcoin mine. The people living off of [FM] 709, these beautiful people, were not informed, nor did they consent.
Cryptocurrency
#environmental-impact
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Tear-filled funeral service honors NYC bodega-owner 'Momma Zee,' gunned down by stray bullet: 'Harlem holds you in our heart'

"She left her fingerprints on countless lives," Sharpton told a crowd packed into Mother African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. "Harlem holds you in our heart."
Black Lives Matter
Social justice
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

This is what we gray hairs do': Berkeley seniors protest Social Security cuts

Older Berkeley residents rallied against proposed cuts to the Social Security Administration, expressing concerns over the impact on those reliant on social security benefits.
fromKqed
1 month ago

The Activist History of Japanese American Care Homes; Singing Corridos in Compton; SF Hosts Trans Self-Defense Class | KQED

The closures of culturally sensitive senior care homes for Japanese Americans reveal a significant crisis within the community, emphasizing the need for renewed activism.
SF LGBT
#protests
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Trump protest takes over the streets of San Francisco: 'They're stealing our democracy'

Protesters gathered in San Francisco to oppose the Trump Administration and advocate for various social issues, expressing a collective call for change.
fromwww.kansascity.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

This is what democracy looks like': Thousands protest Trump administration at Kansas City march

Thousands protested in Kansas City against federal government overreach affecting citizens' rights and programs.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Trump protest takes over the streets of San Francisco: 'They're stealing our democracy'

Protesters gathered in San Francisco to oppose the Trump Administration and advocate for various social issues, expressing a collective call for change.
Intellectual property law
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Aloha is not for sale': Native Hawaiian group tackles cultural appropriation

Native Hawaiians seek to stop businesses from profiting off their culture through trademarking phrases and symbols.
The movement is supported by a newly formed working group to protect Native Hawaiian traditions.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Sephardic Community Leader Launches Brooklyn Senate Bid

Sam Sutton is the Democratic nominee for the District 22 State Senate seat, aiming to represent his community's needs and challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kicking up a stink: row over sewage pollution blighting Cape Town's beaches

"Every time it recovers, there's another spill," said Caroline Marx, highlighting the ongoing issues with sewage pollution in Milnerton Lagoon despite previous recoveries.
Environment
#environmental-protection
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

SOS suing state agency over failure to provide information on MoPac expansion - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

SOS suing state agency over failure to provide information on MoPac expansion - Austin Monitor

#berkeley
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Sunday Links: Hundreds Attend Juanita More's People's March, Dance Party, For Democracy

The People's March for Democracy highlights community resistance against government actions.
Local landowners face financial burdens due to aging levees needing repair.
The IRS's access to undocumented immigrants' tax records raises ethical concerns.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Chinatown residents demand city stop the return of 'spring break' to Canal Street

Chinatown residents are voicing strong objections to the Canal Street Open Streets program, complaining it has transformed their peaceful neighborhood into a scene of chaos and public disorder.
NYC politics
#environmental-issues
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Long-running controversy over Fort Greene tree plan continues

The redesign of Fort Greene Park raises concerns over tree removals and environmental assessments.
#mission-district
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 months ago

At the Roxie, a love letter to the Mission District of the '70s

The Mission Film Workshop empowered youth through media training, highlighting their community aspirations and activism in the 1970s.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 months ago

At the Roxie, a love letter to the Mission District of the '70s

The Mission Film Workshop empowered youth through media training, highlighting their community aspirations and activism in the 1970s.
#wildlife-protection
#cultural-heritage
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Dog walkers campaign to reclaim Hampstead Heath from gay cruising spots

Cruising on Hampstead Heath has become a contentious issue, reflecting cultural and social tensions between local campaigners and the LGBTQ+ community.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Dog walkers campaign to reclaim Hampstead Heath from gay cruising spots

Cruising on Hampstead Heath has become a contentious issue, reflecting cultural and social tensions between local campaigners and the LGBTQ+ community.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Leaders of Contra Costa Co. DA recall effort include family of slain Oakley woman Alexis Gabe

Gwyn Gabe expressed strong support for the recall initiative, stating it aims to rectify the injustice faced by families like his and safeguard victims.
East Bay (California)
NYC LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Responding to Trump, Ventura proposes protections for LGBTQ+ people and immigrants

The Ventura City Council faced intense debate over a proposed sanctuary city policy aimed at protecting marginalized communities.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Assemblymember Gipson Celebrates Passage of Hit-and-Run Law - Streetsblog California

"I know that nothing can bring D'Ancee back, yet I have introduced this bill since 2016 because other families don't have to go through Lacresha's and my experience."
Alternative transportation
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Russell T Davies: gay society in greatest danger I've ever seen' after Trump win

Russell T Davies highlights the rising hostility towards gay society since Donald Trump's election, expressing deep concern for their safety.
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