Effort to Ban Smoking on Outdoor Patios in San Francisco Delayed Indefinitely
The anti-smoking legislation is now on ice, as supervisors and Mayor Daniel Lurie continue to talk with bar owners about…
At 250, America’s Story Includes California Long Before It Was American
From Indigenous and Mexican roots to modern immigration debates, California’s past offers a broader understanding of American identity and citizenship.
White House Opens Probe Into San Francisco Schools Over Gender Ideology
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a review of “sexual orientation and gender ideology” instruction in four California school districts,…
LA Mayor Race: Raman Passes Pratt in Quest for Second-Place Slot
City Councilmember Nithya Raman passed Spencer Pratt in the primary contest for L.A. mayor after vote returns counted Sunday.
San Francisco Takes Anti-Abortion Activist Back to Court After Meme Mistrial
Anastasia Rogers faces criminal charges after using the words “Unalive them” in a video recorded outside a San Francisco Planned…
Bay Area Warm-Up Could Bring 100-Degree Heat and High Wildfire Risk
Here comes the sun: Triple-digit heat, fire concerns and possible power shutoffs from PG&E are in the Bay Area’s forecast…
Inside the Rapid Decline of Berkley Maynard Academy in North Oakland
Teachers, parents and staff say leadership turnover, staffing decisions and declining enrollment fueled the collapse of the North Oakland charter…
Oakland’s Measure E Tax in Trouble, Threatening a Push to Boost Ailing City Services
Mayor Barbara Lee hoped the parcel tax would bring in revenue to improve basic services like police, fire and street…
Becerra Advances in California Governor Race as Hilton, Steyer Battle for Second Spot
Democrat Xavier Becerra surged to the top in the millions of votes counted after Election Day, making a remarkable political…
Daniel Lurie’s Endorsements Are Dominating San Francisco’s Early Returns
San Francisco’s early primary returns suggest Mayor Daniel Lurie’s endorsements are holding, a sign of his popularity and political capital.