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Silicon Valley real estate
fromPadailypost
2 hours ago

Council rejects plan to rein in compounds of the wealthy

Palo Alto City Council rejected a proposal to regulate large residential compounds in Crescent Park, prioritizing broader city construction rules instead.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
12 hours ago

Contract dispute delays Homekey Palo Alto opening - San Jose Spotlight

The Homekey project at 1237 San Antonio Road has been in the works since fall 2023, when city and state leaders touted its importance in addressing the local and regional housing crisis.
Mission District
#community-events
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
18 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
18 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
#housing
fromKqed
20 hours ago
East Bay real estate

When Teachers Can't Afford to Live in the Bay Area, Districts Get Into the Housing Game | KQED

from48 hills
6 days ago
LA real estate

Supes reject illegal conversion that turned four rental units into one mansion - 48 hills

SF politics
fromMission Local
23 hours ago

Will a new state law put teeth into S.F. supe Dorsey's plan to fund only drug-free homeless housing?

Matt Dorsey aims to create drug-free supportive housing for people in recovery, reflecting his sincere commitment to addressing addiction issues.
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
20 hours ago

When Teachers Can't Afford to Live in the Bay Area, Districts Get Into the Housing Game | KQED

Companies and school districts are addressing housing shortages to retain employees and attract talent.
from48 hills
6 days ago
LA real estate

Supes reject illegal conversion that turned four rental units into one mansion - 48 hills

#homelessness
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

San Francisco names new leader at Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing

Mike Levine appointed as new executive director of San Francisco's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing amid rising homelessness and budget challenges.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose looks to cut homeless shelter operating costs - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose is doubling homeless shelters but faces $94 million in operational costs, requiring budget cuts and innovative funding solutions.
New York City
fromStrongtowns
22 hours ago

New York City and the Myth of a Balanced Budget | Strong Towns

New York City faces a significant budget gap despite its economic success, raising questions about the nature of the financial issues at hand.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
17 hours ago

Two Arrested In Shooting Near Sam Altman's Home Following Separate Firebomb Attack

Two suspects were arrested for gunfire near OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov Cocktail attack days earlier.
fromSFGATE
12 hours ago

KB Home is the latest billion-dollar company leaving California

KB Home's forthcoming move will mark its return to the Phoenix area, where the company was headquartered for a few years in the 1960s before shifting its operations to Los Angeles.
LA real estate
Education
fromsfist.com
15 hours ago

All SFUSD Educators to Receive $250 From Anonymous SF Tech Donor

Educators in San Francisco will receive $250 gift cards from a local benefactor, totaling $1.6 million for nearly 6,000 educators.
Brooklyn
fromsfist.com
8 hours ago

Day Around the Bay: Billionaire Michael Moritz Eyes Union Square Building

Michael Moritz plans to lease the former Barney's building for his Crankstart Foundation headquarters.
#commuting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago
Remote teams

Affordable housing is to blame for your long and costly commute

Increased average commute times in the U.S. are impacting personal time and are approaching pre-pandemic levels.
fromThe Oaklandside
12 hours ago
San Francisco

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
12 hours ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
Skiing
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago

New Hill Bomb Event Pops Up on Telegraph Hill, Lots of Cops Show Up

A new skateboard hill-bomb event occurred on Montgomery Street, inspired by past events, but was not city-sanctioned and had more police than participants.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
13 hours ago

Advocates Reject Zenith Energy Investigation in Letter Delivered to Mayor's Office - Portland Mercury

Local environmental advocates express frustration with Mayor Wilson for not revoking Zenith Energy's land use credentials despite alleged violations.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

District 8 Supervisor Race Calls for Leadership Grounded in Public Service - San Francisco Bay Times

Leadership in District 8 focuses on community connection, housing stability, and public safety to improve lives and honor the legacy of queer life.
Healthcare
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Medi-Cal cuts create problems for Silicon Valley immigrants - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts to Medi-Cal are severely impacting immigrants and threatening the healthcare system in Silicon Valley.
NYC politics
fromFox News
1 day ago

NYC mayor cites $180K racial wealth gap to justify taxes, police cuts

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan addresses racial wealth disparities through diversity initiatives, tax increases, and police position cuts.
Public health
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

SF Supervisor Says Drug-Free Supportive Housing Would Allow Relapses If They Don't Disrupt Others' Sobriety

Dorsey proposes drug-free supportive housing to reduce overdose deaths, despite skepticism from advocates about potential eviction policies.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

San Jose faces legal heat over mental health crisis calls - San Jose Spotlight

Civil rights organizations are pressuring San Jose to improve mental health emergency response by diverting calls from police to crisis teams.
#trump
fromKqed
1 week ago
US politics

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago
San Francisco

Trump fires entire San Francisco Presidio Board of Trustees, report says

President Trump has dismissed the entire San Francisco Presidio Board of Trustees.
US politics
fromKqed
1 week ago

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Wu releases $4.9 billion budget proposal amid 'difficult moment' for city's finances

Boston's proposed budget for fiscal year 2027 is $4.9 billion with a 2.1% spending increase, the smallest since 2009.
Alternative transportation
fromsf.streetsblog.org
5 days ago

Call to Action: Tell AC Transit Board NO Fare Hikes & Service Cuts til they Rein in Costs - Streetsblog San Francisco

AC Transit Board is urged to avoid service cuts and fare hikes while identifying cost-saving measures for a balanced budget.
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Supes Reject Appeal to Legalize North Beach Mansion Illegally Converted From Four Units

Mission District
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. unions pledge to fight 'every one' of layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie

Public sector unions oppose layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie, emphasizing the importance of city workers for San Francisco's recovery.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
15 hours ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Supes Reject Appeal to Legalize North Beach Mansion Illegally Converted From Four Units

The SF Board of Supervisors rejected an appeal to legalize an illegally converted single-family home from four rent-controlled units.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

SF gives $3.3 million to residents, nonprofits with projects to beautify the city: Here's a list

San Francisco is allocating $3.3 million for community beautification projects through the Community Challenge Grant program.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
12 hours ago

Former Saks Store on Union Square Might Become a Nordstrom

Union Square in San Francisco may see a retail revival with interest from major brands like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's for new locations.
Mission District
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. unions pledge to fight 'every one' of layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie

Public sector unions oppose layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie, emphasizing the importance of city workers for San Francisco's recovery.
#billionaire-tax
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago
California

More People Filmed Paying For Forged Signatures on Pro-Billionaire Petitions in SF

Individuals are illegally paying for forged signatures on petitions related to the Billionaire Tax initiative in California.
from48 hills
1 day ago
SF politics

Rich people are lying to seniors about the billionaire tax; does the news media care? - 48 hills

A campaign funded by billionaires misleads Californians about the impact of a proposed billionaire tax on modest retirement savings.
California
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago

More People Filmed Paying For Forged Signatures on Pro-Billionaire Petitions in SF

Individuals are illegally paying for forged signatures on petitions related to the Billionaire Tax initiative in California.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 day ago

Rich people are lying to seniors about the billionaire tax; does the news media care? - 48 hills

A campaign funded by billionaires misleads Californians about the impact of a proposed billionaire tax on modest retirement savings.
Education
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Meet the S.F. School Board Candidates: What is your #1 priority?

The San Francisco School Board election features incumbent Phil Kim facing challengers Virginia Cheung and Brandee Marckmann after a significant teachers' strike.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Karen Bass seeks City Council approval for $360-million affordable housing, using 'mansion tax' funding

Los Angeles plans to allocate over $360 million for affordable housing projects, funding 80 initiatives to create and repair over 4,000 housing units.
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

What Comes After

What Comes After is a choral event exploring themes of resilience and transformation through music and dialogue.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago

Police Activity Disrupts Traffic at Mission and South Van Ness

Police activity disrupted traffic at South Van Ness and Mission Street, prompting alerts and bus service interruptions.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 hours ago

What's next for SF's Presidio Trust after Pres. Trump fired all 6 board members?

The Presidio Trust faces uncertainty after President Trump removed all board members, raising concerns about the future of the national park.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromKqed
6 days ago

How Skyrocketing Housing Costs and Policy Choices Reshaped the Bay Area | KQED

Investment income in Silicon Valley is highly concentrated among higher-income households, exacerbating the wealth gap and high cost of living.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

Fraud allegations, fires, federal cuts: What's in L.A. County's $48.8-billion budget plan

L.A. County allocates $2.7 million to investigate fraud in sex abuse lawsuits amid rising claims and federal funding cuts.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Here's a Look at the Tax Payments and Reported Incomes of Top Governor Candidates

Tom Steyer reported a total income of $39 million in 2024, surpassing all his major opponents combined.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
7 hours ago

Rep. Swalwell's constituents share 'disappointment' in allegations, resignation plans

Eric Swalwell's resignation has sparked disappointment and anger among constituents in his district amid sexual assault allegations.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

San Mateo Co. demands $157 million from CA in vehicle license fee revenue

San Mateo County leaders demand California release $157 million owed to avoid severe cuts to essential local services.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
fromMission Local
21 hours ago

Chakrabarti's new poll puts him closer to Wiener heading into June primary

The poll, which surveyed 537 likely primary voters in California 11th congressional district in English only, found Wiener leading Chakrabarti 33-to-28 heading into June's primary.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Silicon Valley lawmaker secures millions for veteran housing - San Jose Spotlight

I'm absolutely committed to our veterans and getting more funding for this center. I have such respect for those who wear the uniform.
Mission District
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

SF officials question Blue Shield on why it denied claims of so many retired city employees

Retired San Francisco firefighter Ken Jones faced denied cancer treatment claims from Blue Shield, prompting city officials to investigate the insurer's practices.
SF politics
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

President Mandelman Plans to Remain in Public Service After His Term Ends - San Francisco Bay Times

Rafael Mandelman endorses Manny Yekutiel for District 8 Supervisor while considering a future run for State Assembly.
#san-jose
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Divided San Jose council approves police housing preference - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Police Department personnel will receive priority in a new housing program, despite criticism regarding fairness to other city workers.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Divided San Jose council approves police housing preference - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Police Department personnel will receive priority in a new housing program, despite criticism regarding fairness to other city workers.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Calling It a 'Crisis Point,' DA Brooke Jenkins and Other City Leaders Call For Ceasefire Amid Spike In SF Homicides

San Francisco is experiencing a significant increase in homicides, with 14 reported this year compared to 4 at the same time last year.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

SF leaders announce 1-day ceasefire to curb gun violence, hours before Mission shooting

San Francisco leaders called for a 24-hour ceasefire to address rising gun violence following a recent shooting incident.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Sunnyvale joins other cities in approving ICE-free zones - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale City Council prohibits ICE from using city property for civil enforcement, aiming to protect immigrant communities.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

You're bleeding Bay Area transit's budget with this Clipper card quirk

A shift in rider behavior is increasing credit and debit card fees, prompting a proposal for an additional $500,000 to cover costs.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Health care sales tax campaign under investigation

The FPPC wants to know if county government funds were used on Measure A campaign mailers, following complaints from the Silicon Valley Taxpayers Association and Libertarian Party of Santa Clara County.
SF politics
Mission District
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Tale of two neighborhoods: SoMa sales slide as Mission Bay's grow

South of Market restaurants struggle to recover post-pandemic, while Mission Bay experiences growth in sales-tax revenue.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Palo Alto prepares to go big on housing around San Antonio Road - San Jose Spotlight

San Antonio area is undergoing transformation with new mid-rise housing projects and relaxed building standards to encourage denser development.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

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.
#public-health
Mission District
fromMission Local
4 days ago

S.F. to close 3 health clinics amid budget cuts, including longtime youth centers

San Francisco will close three public health clinics, including two youth clinics, due to budget constraints and low patient volume.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

SoMA residents file complaint with state, accusing SF of pushing unhoused resources to their area

Residents of SoMa are demanding state intervention due to the concentration of public health and unhoused services in their neighborhood.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Cupertino council declines to reconsider housing project - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino officials rejected a request to reconsider an affordable housing project amid a lawsuit claiming rushed approvals and environmental review bypass.
San Francisco 49ers
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

The San Francisco 49ers want Santa Clara to pay for its business office again

The San Francisco 49ers are requesting Santa Clara cover their business office lease costs for the second consecutive year, with the request embedded in a $1.7 million budget line item under review by the Stadium Authority.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

New budget documents place San Jose's estimated shortfall around $56 million

San Jose faces a $56 million budget shortfall for the coming year, requiring difficult decisions on service reductions and workforce management amid already severe staffing constraints.
Mission District
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

San Francisco RV Permit Program Leaves Some Residents Homeless Despite Promises | KQED

Permits for RVs aim to assist occupants, but outreach gaps hinder support for those living in vehicles.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Form, Function, and Funding: The High-Tech Urbanism of San Francisco

San Francisco's technology economy has rapidly reshaped the city's built environment with architectural refinement but indifference to existing residents, creating a severe housing crisis and displacement of essential workers.
SF politics
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

The false narrative about SF's real-estate tax measure starts to emerge - 48 hills

ConnectedSF supports repealing Prop. I, claiming it stalls housing projects, but financing issues and market conditions are the real barriers to development.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Sunset on Sunday Streets? S.F. cuts funds from 18-year-old street fair

Organizers of Sunday Streets are fundraising to save the 2026 season after losing a significant city funding contribution.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Rifts emerge in San Jose budget talks - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose City Council approved the mayor's budget message with an 8-3 vote, rejecting additional proposals to address affordability, homelessness prevention, and blight reduction amid a $56 million deficit.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose mayor issues budget plan amid projected shortfall - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose faces a $56 million budget deficit and Mayor Mahan prioritizes maintaining services in homelessness, public safety, housing, and economic growth while seeking cost efficiencies before implementing cuts.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Proposed state budget shortchanges Santa Clara County - San Jose Spotlight

Newsom's budget rejects new county protections, likely forcing counties to absorb federal H.R. 1 cuts to Medi-Cal, CalFresh and social services, risking public hospital closures.
from48 hills
1 month ago

The real story behind Muni's budget deficit - 48 hills

Despite some idealistic intentions, that framework is in fact what put Muni in the financial hole in the first place. Working from a scarcity mindset, namely trying to preserve an already pilfered service, is a losing battle. To guarantee the service that citizens and workers expect from a city like San Francisco requires a committed vision of the future, one that centers Muni as the public good that it is.
SF politics
SF politics
from48 hills
1 month ago

And now, another big tax cut for the developers and speculators in SF - 48 hills

San Francisco's proposed transfer tax cut on high-end property sales would reduce affordable housing funding without addressing the actual barrier to housing construction: economic feasibility of building itself.
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