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After Dark: Land Use

Climate change significantly affects the San Francisco Bay area, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and action.

King tides expected in Berkeley this weekend

King tides in San Francisco Bay are expected this weekend, possibly leading to minor flooding in coastal areas.

With climate change, king tides could be the new normal

King tides in the San Francisco Bay raise concerns about the region's vulnerability to rising sea levels.
Climate change and sea level rise could make current king tide flooding a permanent occurrence in the Bay Area.

Levee breach creates new tidal marshland in San Francisco Bay

The San Francisco Bay has expanded with the breach of a levee near Menlo Park.
The new tidal marsh will provide habitat for birds and wildlife and help reduce climate change impacts.

After Dark: Land Use

Climate change significantly affects the San Francisco Bay area, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and action.

King tides expected in Berkeley this weekend

King tides in San Francisco Bay are expected this weekend, possibly leading to minor flooding in coastal areas.

With climate change, king tides could be the new normal

King tides in the San Francisco Bay raise concerns about the region's vulnerability to rising sea levels.
Climate change and sea level rise could make current king tide flooding a permanent occurrence in the Bay Area.

Levee breach creates new tidal marshland in San Francisco Bay

The San Francisco Bay has expanded with the breach of a levee near Menlo Park.
The new tidal marsh will provide habitat for birds and wildlife and help reduce climate change impacts.
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San Francisco Bay Ferry offers free rides Wednesday for CA Clean Air Day amid heat wave

Encouraging public transit use through free ferry rides helps reduce air pollution during a severe heat wave in the Bay Area.

BART turns 50, celebrates with announcement that Transbay Tube is earthquake strong

BART celebrates its 50th anniversary with the completion of the earthquake retrofit of the Transbay Tube, enhancing safety and resilience.

Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)

The San Francisco Bay Ferry turns commuting into an enjoyable experience with scenic views and quick, affordable rides.

$2.8 Million Homes in California

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San Francisco Bay Ferry offers free rides Wednesday for CA Clean Air Day amid heat wave

Encouraging public transit use through free ferry rides helps reduce air pollution during a severe heat wave in the Bay Area.

BART turns 50, celebrates with announcement that Transbay Tube is earthquake strong

BART celebrates its 50th anniversary with the completion of the earthquake retrofit of the Transbay Tube, enhancing safety and resilience.

Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)

The San Francisco Bay Ferry turns commuting into an enjoyable experience with scenic views and quick, affordable rides.

$2.8 Million Homes in California

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Body recovered in water near Bay Bridge toll plaza

A body was found in San Francisco Bay near the Bay Bridge; investigation into circumstances of death is ongoing.
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The Bay's Sole Private Island Has Quietly Been Sold

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is sold for $25 million; buyer's identity remains confidential due to an escrow process.

$25M Private Island in San Francisco Bay Is the Week's Most Popular Listing

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is on the market for $25 million, becoming the week's most popular listing.
The island, originally inhabited by Russian fur traders, has been owned by the Durning family for decades.

$25M Private Island in San Francisco Bay Is the Week's Most Popular Listing

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is on the market for $25 million, becoming the week's most popular listing.
The island, originally inhabited by Russian fur traders, has been owned by the Durning family for decades.

Billionaires, Bring Your Best Offer! San Francisco Bay's Only Private Island Available for $25M

Red Rock Island, a private island in the San Francisco Bay, is up for sale for $25 million
The island is the only private island in the area and offers panoramic views of the city and iconic landmarks

San Francisco's $25 Million Red Rock Island Finally Lines Up a Buyer-So, Who Snapped Up the Iconic 'Oasis'?

Red Rock Island is pending sale after being on the market for eight months, showcasing significant interest from potential global buyers.

These sales show 2022 was an odd year for East Bay real estate

Real estate in the East Bay was a tale of two markets in 2022.The year started as a continuation of 2021's trends: sellers with all the power, buyers in desperation, wild over-asking prices and multiple offers.But everything began to change midyear, and now, in most respects, the power has shifted to buyers.

The Bay's Sole Private Island Has Quietly Been Sold

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is sold for $25 million; buyer's identity remains confidential due to an escrow process.

$25M Private Island in San Francisco Bay Is the Week's Most Popular Listing

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is on the market for $25 million, becoming the week's most popular listing.
The island, originally inhabited by Russian fur traders, has been owned by the Durning family for decades.

$25M Private Island in San Francisco Bay Is the Week's Most Popular Listing

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is on the market for $25 million, becoming the week's most popular listing.
The island, originally inhabited by Russian fur traders, has been owned by the Durning family for decades.

Billionaires, Bring Your Best Offer! San Francisco Bay's Only Private Island Available for $25M

Red Rock Island, a private island in the San Francisco Bay, is up for sale for $25 million
The island is the only private island in the area and offers panoramic views of the city and iconic landmarks

San Francisco's $25 Million Red Rock Island Finally Lines Up a Buyer-So, Who Snapped Up the Iconic 'Oasis'?

Red Rock Island is pending sale after being on the market for eight months, showcasing significant interest from potential global buyers.

These sales show 2022 was an odd year for East Bay real estate

Real estate in the East Bay was a tale of two markets in 2022.The year started as a continuation of 2021's trends: sellers with all the power, buyers in desperation, wild over-asking prices and multiple offers.But everything began to change midyear, and now, in most respects, the power has shifted to buyers.
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3 months ago

Glittering Tides: Where to Spot Bioluminescence in the Bay Area | KQED

Bioluminescence in the Bay Area is driven by dinoflagellates and influenced by weather conditions, with optimal viewing on calm, moonless nights.

1st-ever U.S. WingFoil Championship sets sail in SF

WingFoiling combines wind and kite surfing with hydrofoiling, allowing for freestyle and racing activities.

Unprecedented numbers of gray whales are visiting San Francisco Bay, and nobody quite knows why

Marine mammals like whales and dolphins are returning to San Francisco Bay after many years, raising concerns about their safety amidst high-traffic waters.

Chocolate & Wine Cruise on SF Bay (2024)

Experience a luxury yacht cruise featuring local wines and chocolates on San Francisco Bay.

Vea como se postulan: Aaron Peskin senala a Daniel Lurie

Aaron Peskin has a routine of swimming in the San Francisco Bay, providing a unique perspective on the ecosystem.

Port of Oakland Lithium Battery Fire Sent Plumes of Black Smoke Over the Bay Sunday

A lithium battery fire at the Port of Oakland caused a black smoke cloud over the San Francisco Bay on Mother's Day.

Oakland Airport to be renamed San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport' after commission vote

The Metropolitan Oakland International Airport will be renamed to the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, emphasizing the airport's location and convenience.

Berkeley Bay Festival w/ Free Boat Rides (2024)

Community event celebrating the San Francisco Bay at Berkeley Marina with music, food, activities, and conservation organizations.
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7 months ago

Oakland International Airport will include San Francisco Bay in name - legal war looms

Combining Oakland Airport with San Francisco Bay aims to boost the local economy and raise Oakland's profile despite facing potential legal challenges.
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Oakland port commission approves plan to rename airport to include 'San Francisco Bay'

Oakland airport to be renamed San Francisco Bay Oakland Airport for better location recognition.

No one owns the title to San Francisco Bay': Airport name battle heats up

The proposed name change to include San Francisco Bay in Oakland International Airport.
The impact of the internet and online visibility on airport name changes.

Oakland port commission approves plan to rename airport to include 'San Francisco Bay'

Oakland airport to be renamed San Francisco Bay Oakland Airport for better location recognition.

No one owns the title to San Francisco Bay': Airport name battle heats up

The proposed name change to include San Francisco Bay in Oakland International Airport.
The impact of the internet and online visibility on airport name changes.
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Baltimore bridge disaster: Could it happen here?

Ship collisions with bridges are rare due to fender systems in place on San Francisco Bay bridges.
Bay Area bridges have undergone earthquake retrofits for added safety measures.

Pioneer who helped save San Francisco Bay and California coast dies at 93

Environmental groups and conservation laws helped transform San Francisco Bay's polluted shoreline in the 1950s and 60s.
Joe Bodovitz, as the first executive director of BCDC and California Coastal Commission, played a crucial role in establishing public access to the bay and coast.

Alameda: Los Angeles man drowns off Encinal Beach

Man drowned off Encinal Beach identified as Jonathan Santiesteban Leon, 32.
Authorities, including Alameda police and firefighters, responded but could not rescue the swimmer.

Valentine's Premier Dinner Cruise by City Experiences

Premier Dinner Cruise on San Francisco Bay for Valentine's Day
Includes dancing, cocktails, chef-designed menus, and stunning views

Silicon Valley's newest tech bus ss an electric ferry in the Bay

Startup Navier is developing a water taxi service using electric boats that can transport people across the San Francisco Bay.
Navier's first customer will be payments processor Stripe, with the service starting as a pilot program in March.
The company aims to address the operational cost and ride quality challenges of high-speed boats by using electric and hydrofoil technology.

Re-wilding San Francisco Bay, one pond at a time

A large wetlands restoration project in Menlo Park, California, has opened a 19th-century industrial salt pond to the San Francisco Bay.
The project aims to restore habitats for endangered wildlife, provide flood protection, and offer recreational areas for local residents.

$25M Private Island in San Francisco Bay Is the Week's Most Popular Listing

Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay is on the market for $25 million, becoming the week's most popular listing.
The island, originally inhabited by Russian fur traders, has been owned by the Durning family for decades.
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WSJ News Exclusive | San Francisco Bay's One and Only Private Island Lists for $25 Million

Private island in San Francisco Bay is up for sale for $25 million.
Red Rock Island is a 6-acre land mass near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.
Opportunity for tech billionaires to own an exclusive property in the Bay Area.

Robin Williams' scenic Bay Area home sells for $5.35 million

The San Francisco Bay home of actor Robin Williams has sold for $5.35 million, after being listed for $7.25 million a year ago.
The Santa Barbara-style estate features six bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, with almost every living space overlooking the bay.

Photos: Private island in San Francisco Bay for sale for $25 million

Red Rock Island, the only private island in San Francisco Bay, is listed for sale at $25 million.
The island has a rich history and no current structures, electricity, or running water.
There have been previous proposals for conservation or development of the island, but none have been successful.

WSJ News Exclusive | San Francisco Bay's One and Only Private Island Lists for $25 Million

Private island in San Francisco Bay is up for sale for $25 million.
Red Rock Island is a 6-acre land mass near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.
Opportunity for tech billionaires to own an exclusive property in the Bay Area.

Robin Williams' scenic Bay Area home sells for $5.35 million

The San Francisco Bay home of actor Robin Williams has sold for $5.35 million, after being listed for $7.25 million a year ago.
The Santa Barbara-style estate features six bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, with almost every living space overlooking the bay.

Photos: Private island in San Francisco Bay for sale for $25 million

Red Rock Island, the only private island in San Francisco Bay, is listed for sale at $25 million.
The island has a rich history and no current structures, electricity, or running water.
There have been previous proposals for conservation or development of the island, but none have been successful.
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Body found at Berkeley Marina ID'd as Florida man

Police found a dead man floating a few hundred yards offshore near the Hs Lordships Restaurant on May 1, 2023.Credit: Chris Benton Rescue workers have recovered the body of a second victim near where they found the remains of a first several weeks ago near the Berkeley Marina.Police said the two incidents have no connection.

Beautifully and brilliantly designed Piedmont Pines home

This brilliantly designed 2,806-square-foot contemporary Craftsman, featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms plus a view of San Francisco Bay, captures spectacular sunsets and nature's changing palette of colors throughout the day from virtually every room.This home's dining room features French doors that open to a deck with an S.F.

This new AI image reader is frighteningly clever

AI is making a big impact in all kinds of sectors at the moment.In the creative fields, most of the attention (and controversy) has revolved around AI text-to-image generators like DALL-E 2. But there are also tools being developed that work the other way around.Machine learning software developer Replicate has developed Blip-2, an AI model that can caption images and answer questions about them... sometimes.

Ballast Point Brewery Comes to SF: Grand Opening (Mission Bay)

San Diego brewery Ballast Point, famous for its juicy Sculpin IPA, will open its brand new 12,000 sqft taproom and kitchen in San Francisco on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 4pm.Located at 705 16th Street at the base of the Icona:Labs building in Mission Bay, and adjacent to the waterfront of San Francisco Bay, the taproom is within walking distance of the Chase Center and approximately a mile from Oracle Park.

With fake paperwork and a roguish attitude, he made the San Francisco Bay his gallery

Tyler James Hoare was a beloved artist who made his mark on San Francisco.Bob Colin Welcome to a new NPR series where we spotlight the people and things making headlines and the stories behind them.The Golden Gate Bridge may be the most iconic monument on the San Francisco Bay.But for decades, smaller monuments would pop up along the East Bay shoreline: whimsical sculptures of biplanes, like the Red Baron, perched on pier pilings.

Bay Bridge lights will go dark on their 10th anniversary. The display's fate is uncertain

The iconic lights that have run alongside the Bay Bridge for 10 years will go dark and come down Sunday, but the fate of the public art display that has illuminated the San Francisco Bay is still uncertain."It's going to leave a hole in the sky and punch a hole in the heart of San Francisco," said Ben Davis, founder of Illuminate, a nonprofit that helped launch the art project with New York-based artist Leo Villareal in 2013.

Body found at Berkeley Marina ID'd as Florida man

Police found a dead man floating a few hundred yards offshore near the Hs Lordships Restaurant on May 1, 2023.Credit: Chris Benton Rescue workers have recovered the body of a second victim near where they found the remains of a first several weeks ago near the Berkeley Marina.Police said the two incidents have no connection.

Beautifully and brilliantly designed Piedmont Pines home

This brilliantly designed 2,806-square-foot contemporary Craftsman, featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms plus a view of San Francisco Bay, captures spectacular sunsets and nature's changing palette of colors throughout the day from virtually every room.This home's dining room features French doors that open to a deck with an S.F.

This new AI image reader is frighteningly clever

AI is making a big impact in all kinds of sectors at the moment.In the creative fields, most of the attention (and controversy) has revolved around AI text-to-image generators like DALL-E 2. But there are also tools being developed that work the other way around.Machine learning software developer Replicate has developed Blip-2, an AI model that can caption images and answer questions about them... sometimes.

Ballast Point Brewery Comes to SF: Grand Opening (Mission Bay)

San Diego brewery Ballast Point, famous for its juicy Sculpin IPA, will open its brand new 12,000 sqft taproom and kitchen in San Francisco on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 4pm.Located at 705 16th Street at the base of the Icona:Labs building in Mission Bay, and adjacent to the waterfront of San Francisco Bay, the taproom is within walking distance of the Chase Center and approximately a mile from Oracle Park.

With fake paperwork and a roguish attitude, he made the San Francisco Bay his gallery

Tyler James Hoare was a beloved artist who made his mark on San Francisco.Bob Colin Welcome to a new NPR series where we spotlight the people and things making headlines and the stories behind them.The Golden Gate Bridge may be the most iconic monument on the San Francisco Bay.But for decades, smaller monuments would pop up along the East Bay shoreline: whimsical sculptures of biplanes, like the Red Baron, perched on pier pilings.

Bay Bridge lights will go dark on their 10th anniversary. The display's fate is uncertain

The iconic lights that have run alongside the Bay Bridge for 10 years will go dark and come down Sunday, but the fate of the public art display that has illuminated the San Francisco Bay is still uncertain."It's going to leave a hole in the sky and punch a hole in the heart of San Francisco," said Ben Davis, founder of Illuminate, a nonprofit that helped launch the art project with New York-based artist Leo Villareal in 2013.
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SailGP San Francisco Grand Final 2023: An Epic Weekend of Racing (May 6-7)

Featuring the sport's best athletes racing in identical F50 catamarans, SailGP sees national teams battling it out in short, intense races - flying at impressive speeds in excess of 60 mph.Following 12 months of dramatic racing - in some of the most iconic venues across the globe - the nine teams come together at the Mubadala SailGP Grand Final to decide the overall season champion, right here on San Francisco Bay.

SailGP San Francisco Grand Final 2023: An Epic Weekend of Racing (May 6-7)

Featuring the sport's best athletes racing in identical F50 catamarans, SailGP sees national teams battling it out in short, intense races - flying at impressive speeds in excess of 60 mph.Following 12 months of dramatic racing - in some of the most iconic venues across the globe - the nine teams come together at the Mubadala SailGP Grand Final to decide the overall season champion, right here on San Francisco Bay.

SailGP San Francisco Grand Final 2023: An Epic Weekend of Racing (May 6-7)

Featuring the sport's best athletes racing in identical F50 catamarans, SailGP sees national teams battling it out in short, intense races - flying at impressive speeds in excess of 60 mph.Following 12 months of dramatic racing - in some of the most iconic venues across the globe - the nine teams come together at the Mubadala SailGP Grand Final to decide the overall season champion, right here on San Francisco Bay.

SailGP San Francisco Grand Final 2023: An Epic Weekend of Racing (May 6-7)

Featuring the sport's best athletes racing in identical F50 catamarans, SailGP sees national teams battling it out in short, intense races - flying at impressive speeds in excess of 60 mph.Following 12 months of dramatic racing - in some of the most iconic venues across the globe - the nine teams come together at the Mubadala SailGP Grand Final to decide the overall season champion, right here on San Francisco Bay.
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Celebrate the Freer's centennial with free concerts, films and events

The Freer Gallery of Art, part of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art, celebrates its 100th birthday in 2023.(Katherine Frey/The Washington Post)Comment Gift Article The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art has multiple reasons to celebrate over the next few weeks.First, there's the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Freer Gallery of Art - which, with the adjoining Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, displays the Smithsonian's collections of Asian art.
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Opinion: California must provide a global model for coastal resiliency

Ten years ago, I wrote a book called The Golden Shore: California's Love Affair with the Sea.Back then, I suggested that California, with almost 40 million people and the world's fifth largest economy, was proof that you could grow a progressive society while protecting your coast and ocean.The San Francisco Chronicle wrote that the book just might make you feel optimistic about the future.

Video House Tour: A lavishly renovated Presidio Heights mansion with bay views asks $23.5 million

It ought to have ample square footage filled with spacious rooms for both resting and entertaining; gorgeous interior design and thoughtful details; and totally unnecessary, lavish extras like a gym and a wine cellar.And it absolutely must have a prime location with killer views.Originally built in 1923 and the recipient of an extensive renovation by Sutro Architects and JKA Interior Design, this house at the edge of the Presidio has it all, with Golden Gate Bridge views to boot.

The Power of a Good Narrative, in Your Ear or Otherwise

This year a good number of my columns have focused more on the audio part of audiobooks  narrators, production quality, bingeability  than on the book part.But sometimes a title is good not just because of its auditory pleasures, but also as a narrative; and going for a walk and listening can be just as rewarding a process as curling up and reading.

Giants are getting their new Hunter Pence with Mitch Haniger

Steph Chambers/Getty Images The Giants agreed to a deal with a local boy Tuesday night, giving him millions to patrol the Oracle Park outfield.He may not be the one Giants fans dreamed of, but take it from me: They should be over the moon about getting Mitch Haniger.As a lifelong Seattle Mariners fan, it is more bitter than sweet to see my favorite active MLB player sail away from Puget Sound and into the San Francisco Bay.

Opinion: California must provide a global model for coastal resiliency

Ten years ago, I wrote a book called The Golden Shore: California's Love Affair with the Sea.Back then, I suggested that California, with almost 40 million people and the world's fifth largest economy, was proof that you could grow a progressive society while protecting your coast and ocean.The San Francisco Chronicle wrote that the book just might make you feel optimistic about the future.

Video House Tour: A lavishly renovated Presidio Heights mansion with bay views asks $23.5 million

It ought to have ample square footage filled with spacious rooms for both resting and entertaining; gorgeous interior design and thoughtful details; and totally unnecessary, lavish extras like a gym and a wine cellar.And it absolutely must have a prime location with killer views.Originally built in 1923 and the recipient of an extensive renovation by Sutro Architects and JKA Interior Design, this house at the edge of the Presidio has it all, with Golden Gate Bridge views to boot.

The Power of a Good Narrative, in Your Ear or Otherwise

This year a good number of my columns have focused more on the audio part of audiobooks  narrators, production quality, bingeability  than on the book part.But sometimes a title is good not just because of its auditory pleasures, but also as a narrative; and going for a walk and listening can be just as rewarding a process as curling up and reading.

Giants are getting their new Hunter Pence with Mitch Haniger

Steph Chambers/Getty Images The Giants agreed to a deal with a local boy Tuesday night, giving him millions to patrol the Oracle Park outfield.He may not be the one Giants fans dreamed of, but take it from me: They should be over the moon about getting Mitch Haniger.As a lifelong Seattle Mariners fan, it is more bitter than sweet to see my favorite active MLB player sail away from Puget Sound and into the San Francisco Bay.
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'Red Baron' artist whose sculptures adorned San Francisco Bay pier posts has died

The "Red Baron" artist Tyler James Hoare has died at 82.For decades, he placed whimsical sculptures of biplanes, submarines and pirate ships on pier posts in the San Francisco Bay.JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: The Golden Gate Bridge may be the most iconic monument on the San Francisco Bay.But for decades, a smaller spectacle has persisted along the East Bay shoreline - whimsical sculptures of biplanes, like the Red Baron, perched on pier pilings, flying above the water.

This Secret Is Worse For Your Marriage Than An Affair

Maybe it's a credit card , a secret bank account, or a delinquent student loan debt.Whatever it is, it's been kept secret from a husband or wife because they don't need to know about it.It's not discussed but it's not that important.It isn't like it's an affair.There's no harm in keeping it secret.But there is a great deal of harm that can come to a marriage when accounts, debts, and purchases are kept hidden.

Bay Area nearing third-highest COVID hospitalization wave of the pandemic

Bay Area hospitals are dealing with what is shaping up to be the third largest wave of COVID positive patients yet as local public health officials once again urge residents to take extra precautions to stop the rapidly spreading virus.The number of COVID patients in Bay Area hospitals reached 940 on Wednesday, just a few beds shy of the August 2021 peak when the delta variant of the virus was surging.

In Baffling Move, SF Elections Director With Impeccable Record Won't Have Contract Renewed

After 20 years of flawless and scandal-free performance, SF Department of Elections Director John Arntz, one of the most effective and hardest-working people in City Hall, won't have his contract renewed because of a racial equity plan.When San Francisco Department of Elections director John Artz took over his job in 2002, the department was reeling from a series of embarrassing scandals, and had been through five directors in just seven years.

'Red Baron' artist whose sculptures adorned San Francisco Bay pier posts has died

The "Red Baron" artist Tyler James Hoare has died at 82.For decades, he placed whimsical sculptures of biplanes, submarines and pirate ships on pier posts in the San Francisco Bay.JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: The Golden Gate Bridge may be the most iconic monument on the San Francisco Bay.But for decades, a smaller spectacle has persisted along the East Bay shoreline - whimsical sculptures of biplanes, like the Red Baron, perched on pier pilings, flying above the water.

This Secret Is Worse For Your Marriage Than An Affair

Maybe it's a credit card , a secret bank account, or a delinquent student loan debt.Whatever it is, it's been kept secret from a husband or wife because they don't need to know about it.It's not discussed but it's not that important.It isn't like it's an affair.There's no harm in keeping it secret.But there is a great deal of harm that can come to a marriage when accounts, debts, and purchases are kept hidden.

Bay Area nearing third-highest COVID hospitalization wave of the pandemic

Bay Area hospitals are dealing with what is shaping up to be the third largest wave of COVID positive patients yet as local public health officials once again urge residents to take extra precautions to stop the rapidly spreading virus.The number of COVID patients in Bay Area hospitals reached 940 on Wednesday, just a few beds shy of the August 2021 peak when the delta variant of the virus was surging.

In Baffling Move, SF Elections Director With Impeccable Record Won't Have Contract Renewed

After 20 years of flawless and scandal-free performance, SF Department of Elections Director John Arntz, one of the most effective and hardest-working people in City Hall, won't have his contract renewed because of a racial equity plan.When San Francisco Department of Elections director John Artz took over his job in 2002, the department was reeling from a series of embarrassing scandals, and had been through five directors in just seven years.
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Uncaptured water isn't wasted. But more could be stored for a non-rainy day

A gazillion gallons of stormwater have been rampaging down rivers into the sea.But that uncaptured bounty hasn't been "wasted.""Wasted water" being dumped in the ocean is an old cliché that resurfaces whenever there's a big storm in this weather-eccentric state - or during the inevitable dry periods when crops are thirsty and homeowners are told to shut off their lawn sprinklers.

Body found in canal next to San Leandro golf course

SAN LEANDRO  A man's body was found Friday morning in a canal next to the Monarch Bay Golf Course, authorities said.The Alameda County Coroner's Office is trying to identify the man.An autopsy will be conducted to determine how he died.The man was found about 11 a.m.Friday in the Estudillo Canal, which runs next to the golf course into San Francisco Bay.

SailGP San Francisco Grand Final 2024: An Epic Weekend of Racing (July 13-14)

SailGP features national teams racing in identical F50 catamarans at impressive speeds.

New wastewater regulations will upgrade Bay Area treatment plants, help battle algae blooms

San Francisco Bay is undergoing cleaner water initiatives, impacting water and sewer bills, aiming to prevent destructive algae blooms and bolster wildlife preservation.
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