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San Francisco

Demolition of burned-out SF North Beach building hits snag after person files appeal

11 hours ago

LA real estate

SF home with ties to Talking Heads, 'Tales of the City' hits the market

16 hours ago

SF politics

SF mayor hands out 127 layoff slips amid plans to cut 500 city positions

17 hours ago

San Francisco proposes major water, sewer rate increases by summer to upgrade infrastructure

San Francisco residents may face a 23% increase in water and sewer bills to fund infrastructure upgrades.

Day Around the Bay: SF Police Are Cracking Down on Scofflaw Cyclists

San Francisco police are intensifying enforcement against cyclists violating traffic laws, particularly in high-injury areas.

19 minutes ago

SF's popular 4/20 Hippie Hill cannabis event canceled for 3rd year in a row

San Francisco's annual 4/20 celebration on Hippie Hill has been canceled for the third consecutive year due to funding shortfalls.

9 hours ago

Demolition of burned-out SF North Beach building hits snag after person files appeal

A single appeal has halted the demolition of a dangerous burned building in San Francisco's North Beach, sparking debate over housing development versus neighborhood aesthetics.

11 hours ago

LA real estate

SF home with ties to Talking Heads, 'Tales of the City' hits the market

SF politics

16 hours ago

SF mayor hands out 127 layoff slips amid plans to cut 500 city positions

San Francisco plans to cut 500 city government positions due to a $643 million budget deficit.

17 hours ago

San Francisco proposes major water, sewer rate increases by summer to upgrade infrastructure

San Francisco residents may face a 23% increase in water and sewer bills to fund infrastructure upgrades.

Day Around the Bay: SF Police Are Cracking Down on Scofflaw Cyclists

San Francisco police are intensifying enforcement against cyclists violating traffic laws, particularly in high-injury areas.

SF's Empire "415 Night Market" is Back (The Crossing at East Cut)

Annual 415 Day Celebration in San Francisco features food, music, and community on April 15th from 5PM to 9PM.

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1 hour ago

Every Oyster Happy Hour and Deal I Could Find in San Francisco

Oyster happy hour prices in San Francisco have increased, but some venues still offer $1 oysters.

Sources: Michael Levine, Massachusetts Medicaid exec, is sole nominee to lead S.F. Homeless Dept.

Michael Levine is the sole nominee to lead the city's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.

Meet the District 2 Candidates: Should addicts who relapse be evicted from their housing?

San Francisco's 'housing first' approach to homelessness faces challenges as Supervisor Dorsey proposes allowing evictions for drug use in supportive housing.

2 hours ago

Sources: Michael Levine, Massachusetts Medicaid exec, is sole nominee to lead S.F. Homeless Dept.

Michael Levine is the sole nominee to lead the city's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.

Meet the District 2 Candidates: Should addicts who relapse be evicted from their housing?

San Francisco's 'housing first' approach to homelessness faces challenges as Supervisor Dorsey proposes allowing evictions for drug use in supportive housing.

SoMa Residents Demand More Housing, Redistribution of Shelters to Other Neighborhoods

Residents allege the city treats western SoMa as a poverty containment zone, seeking to decertify Lurie's upzoning plan due to restrictive zoning practices.

Former nanny arrested at SFO after alleged $60K fraud targeting Bay Area family

A woman was arrested for allegedly committing $60,000 in credit card fraud after unauthorized spending during her employment as a nanny.

S.F. supervisor Jackie Fielder will take leave of absence through June 30

Jackie Fielder is requesting a leave of absence from the Board of Supervisors until June 30, 2026, for personal reasons including mental health.

One injured after elevator plummets 3 floors in century-old SF building

"The adult patient sustained moderate to severe injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment," the department said in a news release.

San Francisco

#stern-grove-festival

Stern Grove Festival announces stacked lineup

Stern Grove Festival is the longest-running free music festival in the U.S., featuring diverse acts from June to August each year.

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Stern Grove Returns With Public Enemy, Al Green, Goapele and More | KQED

Stern Grove Festival returns on June 14, featuring free music and a diverse lineup through August.

Stern Grove Festival announces stacked lineup

Stern Grove Festival is the longest-running free music festival in the U.S., featuring diverse acts from June to August each year.

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Stern Grove Returns With Public Enemy, Al Green, Goapele and More | KQED

Stern Grove Festival returns on June 14, featuring free music and a diverse lineup through August.

Asian Art Museum: Free Admission Day (Every First Sunday)

The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco offers free admission on the first Sunday of each month, showcasing diverse Asian cultures through art.

Arts

Asian Art Museum: Free Admission Day (Every First Sunday)

The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco offers free admission on the first Sunday of each month, showcasing diverse Asian cultures through art.

Arts

Asian Art Museum: Free Admission Day (Every First Sunday)

The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco offers free admission on the first Sunday of each month, showcasing diverse Asian cultures through art.

Arts

Asian Art Museum: Free Admission Day (Every First Sunday)

The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco offers free admission on the first Sunday of each month, showcasing diverse Asian cultures through art.

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This Week: Geary, Transit Measure, Bike Ambassador - Streetsblog San Francisco

A series of community events focused on transportation, cycling, and local advocacy are scheduled for this week in San Francisco.

8 hours ago

SF's Prince vs. Michael Jackson DJ Party (NoPa)

The party starts at 9 pm with a $10 cover, featuring dancing to DJ album cuts, remixes, rare tracks, and classics of the two artists' greatest hits.

SF music

9 hours ago

Mission Local is expanding, adding new neighborhood coverage

Mission Local expands coverage with dedicated neighborhood pages for five areas in San Francisco, enhancing local news accessibility and community engagement.

#comedy

San Francisco

Free Sneak Preview Movie Pass Giveaway + SF Comedy Show (First 50 People)

San Francisco

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

San Francisco

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

San Francisco

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

San Francisco

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

San Francisco

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

Free Sneak Preview Movie Pass Giveaway + SF Comedy Show (First 50 People)

Free movie passes and top Bay Area comedians featured at SF's Golden Gate Comedy Night.

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.

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#civic-center-soundtrack

SF music

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

SF music

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: Cinco de Mayo Lunchtime Concert

SF music

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: Cinco de Mayo Lunchtime Concert

Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts in Fulton Plaza starting April 14, 2026.

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SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, offering free live music and food trucks twice weekly until October.

Photos: The 2026 Bring Your Own Big Wheel Race Down Vermont Street

The Bring Your Own Big Wheel race has been a San Francisco Easter tradition for 26 years, moving to Vermont Street due to neighborhood objections.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Lindy in the Park offers free swing dance lessons and dancing every Sunday in Golden Gate Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

A Dedicated Ruth Asawa Space Is Coming to San Francisco

A new gallery for Ruth Asawa opens in May, celebrating her legacy and showcasing her rarely exhibited works.

SF Fire Truck Collides With F-Line Streetcar on Embarcadero

A historic streetcar was struck by a San Francisco fire truck, causing damage and temporary service delays on the F-Market line.

Video: SFPD Uses Drone to Track Robbery/Auto Burglary Suspects, Four Suspects Arrested

San Francisco police utilized drone technology to track and apprehend suspects involved in multiple crimes, including a mugging and auto burglaries.

#roller-skating

San Francisco

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

San Francisco

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

San Francisco

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park is a popular venue for roller skating and disco dancing every Sunday from noon to 5 pm.

Southwest calls this SFO route a 'bellwether' for California travel

Southwest Airlines has reinstated daily flights from San Francisco to Hollywood Burbank Airport, signaling increased investment in the route.

NYC LGBT

The 30th Hunky Jesus is crowned in S.F., and the crowd goes wild

The Hunky Jesus competition celebrates creativity and humor in religious expression through playful costumes and satire.

Graphic design

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4 days ago

Brian McDonald's waggish works key into an overstimulated world - 48 hills

Brian McDonald is a San Francisco collage artist known for his layered typography and themes of consumerism and absurdity.

Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)

Baukunst First Fridays is a free monthly event celebrating art, music, and food in San Francisco, fostering community engagement and artistic integrity.

#downtown-first-thursdays

My Excelsior: Jay Pham knows his dive bars and his late night burritos

Jay Pham, a Vietnamese immigrant, has established himself in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood, owning two bars and embracing local culture and history.

SF's Free DFT Monthly Block Party: "Downtown First Thursdays" (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays returns in 2026 with monthly street parties featuring live performances, food, and activities for all ages.

SF's Free DFT Monthly Block Party: "Downtown First Thursdays" (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays returns in 2026 with monthly street parties featuring live performances, food trucks, and various activities for all ages.

SF's Free DFT Monthly Block Party: "Downtown First Thursdays" (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays returns in 2026 with monthly street parties featuring live performances, food, and activities for all ages.

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SF's Free DFT Monthly Block Party: "Downtown First Thursdays" (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays returns in 2026 with monthly street parties featuring live performances, food trucks, and various activities for all ages.

Person shot near SF's Stonestown Galleria, police say

A person was shot near Stonestown Galleria, sustaining non-life threatening injuries.

SF Rideshare Rapist' Who Posed As Victims' Driver Found Guilty In SoMa, Mission Assaults

Orlando Vilchez Lazo was convicted of 11 felony counts for kidnapping and raping four women posing as a rideshare driver from 2013 to 2018.

Steamroller Dance: "Bespoke" Free Premiere (SF)

Steamroller Dance Company, in collaboration with The Singers of the Street, is set to present the Bay Area premiere of 'Bespoke' at the San Francisco International Arts Festival.

Serial rapist who posed as SF rideshare driver sentenced to more than 100 years in prison

Orlando Vilchez Lazo, a serial rapist posing as a rideshare driver, is sentenced to over 100 years in prison for multiple assaults.

East Bay food

fromThe Bold Italic

Passover in San Francisco Looks Nothing Like the One I Grew Up With

Passover in San Francisco reflects diverse cultural influences and modern interpretations, showcasing unique dishes and themes relevant to the community.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.