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fromMission Local
13 hours ago

S.F. activists deliver 1,500 postcards to Lurie, asking to stop budget cuts

Activists delivered 1,500 postcards urging Mayor Daniel Lurie to stop budget cuts that threaten social programs and public health.
#bike-lanes
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fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Mid-Valencia Update: Curbside Protected Bike Lanes Improve Safety - Streetsblog San Francisco

Curbside-protected bike lanes on Valencia Street have significantly reduced collisions, particularly for cyclists and pedestrians.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Bolstered by local shoppers, 24th St. tops Mission District's economic recovery

24th Street is the Mission’s fastest-growing business strip post-pandemic, supported by local-focused businesses and Calle 24 Cultural District programming.
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fromSFGATE
20 hours ago

Silicon Valley firm plans to raze legendary Santa Cruz music venue the Catalyst

A Santa Cruz music venue faces demolition for a 7-story condo project, prompting residents to launch an urgent community effort to save it.
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fromMission Local
19 hours ago

Excelsior Buzz: Sign up for a tour of your neighbors' gardens

Mission Terrace Garden Tour returns May 31 with free neighbor-hosted gardens, volunteers, and community encouragement to start gardening.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
14 hours ago

Honduras mayor arrested for masterminding environmentalist's killing

Adan Funez and two others were arrested for alleged masterminding of environmental activist Juan Lopez’s 2024 assassination in Honduras.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

US: LA area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese agent

Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, was charged in April to a single felony count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of a foreign government, the US Attorney's Office in the Central District of California said on Monday. The charge carries a maximum term of 10 years in prison in the US. A19-page plea deal was unsealed with the charging document on Monday. Wang resigned as mayor within hours of her case being made public, Arcadia City Council's website showed.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Santa Clara shifts minor public right-of-way changes to staff - San Jose Spotlight

City Council voted to let the city manager approve minor public right-of-way changes without a public hearing, shifting decisions from elected leaders to staff.
#neighborhood-cleanup
fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
1 day ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Weekly neighborhood trash pick ups offer provided gear, community cleanup, and same-day local discounts plus brunch support for a nonprofit restaurant.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Weekly neighborhood trash pick ups offer provided gear, community cleanup, and same-day local discounts plus brunch support for a nonprofit restaurant.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Weekly neighborhood trash pick ups offer provided gear, community cleanup, and same-day local discounts plus brunch support for a nonprofit restaurant.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Six entirely real people we met at the Valkyries home opener

Fans showed up in distinctive ways for the Valkyries home opener, including mourning Kate Martin, celebrating Flau'jae Johnson, and meeting through shared interests.
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fromTelecompetitor
1 day ago

Mission Telecom launches Project: Volume Up for library hotspot lending

Project: Volume Up helps public libraries launch or expand hotspot lending programs with ready-to-use hardware, nationwide 4G/5G coverage, and nonprofit pricing.
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fromMission Local
3 days ago

Meet the Candidates: San Francisco's District 4 supervisor race

Support climate resilience, reliable public transit, traffic safety, renewable energy, and enforcement against illegal dumping, plus a dedicated Green Team for Sunset Boulevard green space.
#homelessness
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Budget cuts will close San Jose safe sleeping site - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose plans to close its only sanctioned tent navigation hub due to budget shortfalls, while keeping safe sleeping as a possible future option.
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago
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Ray of Light Theatre Breathes New Life Into Longtime Jackson Square Performance Space

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fromMission Local
1 week ago

Here's what's on the ballot for San Francisco's June 2 election

Voting in San Francisco's June 2 election has begun, with mail-in ballots available and drop boxes opened across the city.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

After attempts to report vandalism, San Francisco homeowner gets graffiti notice from city

A San Francisco man received a notice for graffiti on his property after months of reporting vandalism with little city response.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

SF sues Tenderloin convenience store over alleged drug sales behind the counter

A Tenderloin convenience store faces a one-year closure sought by San Francisco’s city attorney for alleged illegal drug operations and related contraband sales.
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fromSFGATE
4 days ago

San Francisco bars protest proposed patio smoking ban

A proposed San Francisco ban on smoking at bar patios faces opposition from local venues citing burdens and insufficient outreach.
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fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Ray of Light Theatre Breathes New Life Into Longtime Jackson Square Performance Space

Ray of Light Theatre opened a renovated Barbary Stage downtown, expanding facilities and visibility for audiences while preserving its volunteer-driven, community-focused mission.
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fromMission Local
1 week ago

SFMTA promises faster transit on Ocean Ave. Businesses aren't happy.

The San Francisco MTA proposes transit-only lanes on Ocean Avenue, facing opposition from local business owners concerned about reduced car traffic.
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fromMission Local
1 week ago

Here's what's on the ballot for San Francisco's June 2 election

Voting in San Francisco's June 2 election has begun, with mail-in ballots available and drop boxes opened across the city.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

After attempts to report vandalism, San Francisco homeowner gets graffiti notice from city

A San Francisco man received a notice for graffiti on his property after months of reporting vandalism with little city response.
fromMission Local
4 days ago

My Mission: Medicine for Nightmares' co-owner and poet, Josiah Luis Alderete

Alderete calls himself a "Pocho," a person of Mexican descent who grew up in the United States. He incorporates Spanglish - a mix of English and Spanish - in his writings, which pay homage to the Mission District and his identity as a Chicano poet. He's written four books, and been invited to perform in Argentina and Mexico.
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fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF's Hidden Scents: Mission Walking Tour

Industrial sites in San Francisco’s North Mission shaped work through ecology, immigration, capitalism, and unplanned development, leaving only remnants and memories today.
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fromMission Local
5 days ago

Bayview Buzz: Makers space to open, artists' space to close

Economic Development on Third Street will host a tour of Bayview Makers Kitchen and share details about a new retail hub.
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fromThe Mercury News
5 days ago

Longtime San Jose State hangout starts a new chapter with new owner

Peanuts Deluxe Cafe is being converted into a worker-owned business where workers democratically decide and share profits.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

San Jose library could restrict archive access due to budget cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Proposed budget cuts could close public access to the California Room archives, removing staff needed to guide visitors to delicate, hard-to-find local historical materials.
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fromMission Local
5 days ago

S.F.'s hottest homegrown establishments are flocking to Mission Bay

Mission Bay’s redevelopment transformed a former train yard into a thriving district, attracting curated small businesses and popular eateries from across San Francisco.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Starting a Business in San Francisco

Learn how the San Francisco Office of Small Business helps aspiring entrepreneurs and existing small business owners grow and thrive.
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Mission District
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Social: CCA Architecture Students Showcase

Interactive projects inspired by Excelsior past and present will reimagine the neighborhood through architecture student work for children, teens, and adults.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Mallon: Best way to honor Santa Clara County transit icon - keep building - San Jose Spotlight

Rod Dirdon urged persistent transit advocacy, leading to official planning, service restoration, and development of a visionary transit network.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Knight Foundation funds first South Bay journalism fellowship - San Jose Spotlight

“This fellowship is about investing in the future of local journalism right here in our community,” Ramona Giwargis, co-founder of San José Spotlight, said. “We're creating real opportunities for emerging reporters to do meaningful work, tell important stories and build careers in the Bay Area.”
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#contemporary-art
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

YBCA is reimagining the role an arts institution can play in the community it serves.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

San Jose restaurant to relocate after city takes away parking - San Jose Spotlight

Los Garcia's Restaurant is relocating due to declining income from parking issues caused by a nearby homeless shelter conversion.
#san-jose
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Cuts could send S.F. veterans back to criminal court

"All the progress that I've made will be for nothing," said Kurt, a participant in the court who Mission Local is identifying here by his first name as his case is still open. "I'll lose everything."
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Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Want to Know Where the Candidates Stand on Livability and Transportation? - Streetsblog San Francisco

The 2026 Sustainable Transportation Questionnaire reveals candidates' positions on urban and transit issues for the June Primary Election.
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Laid-Off Academy of Sciences Workers Still Showing Up For Work, Demand Salary Cuts For Execs

The California Academy of Sciences announced the layoffs of 53 employees last week, with 37 of them being union members, including the entire planetarium staff.
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fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Man convicted of shooting police officer

Jeffrey Choy was convicted of attempted murder for the non-fatal shooting of a Mountain View police officer during a traffic stop.
#cinco-de-mayo
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

SF Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival + Happy Hour All Night (2026)

Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival features top Latino comedians at The Function in San Francisco from May 1-5 with happy hour specials.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

San Francisco Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival (2026)

Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival features top Latino comedians at The Function in San Francisco from May 1-5 with happy hour specials.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

San Francisco Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival (2026)

Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival features top Latino comedians at The Function in San Francisco from May 1-5 with happy hour specials.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

SJ Hosts Two Big Cinco de Mayo Festivals Saturday with Parade in East San Jose

Two cultural festivals celebrating Cinco de Mayo will take place in San Jose on May 3, featuring parades, live performances, and food vendors.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

East Bay Human Rights Activist, 18 Others, Fatally Shot By Military In Philippines

Lyle Prijoles, a 40-year-old human rights activist from Hayward, was among 19 people fatally shot by the Philippine armed forces on the island of Negros, located south of Manila, on April 19, as KTVU reports.
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

First Arrestee/Patient Arrives at SF's Controversial New Sobering Center

The RESET Center in SoMa opened as an alternative to jail for individuals needing to sober up, raising legal concerns about its operation.
#mountain-view
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fromKqed
1 week ago

Mountain View 'Super Chlorinates' Contaminated Pipes in Neighborhood Without Safe Drinking Water | KQED

Mountain View residents can now use tap water after boiling, while officials flush the system to eliminate bacteria from a ruptured water main.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Testing continues as Mountain View declares state of emergency amid water main contamination

Mountain View declared a state of emergency due to contaminated water affecting 66 homes, prompting reliance on bottled water.
Mission District
fromKqed
1 week ago

Mountain View 'Super Chlorinates' Contaminated Pipes in Neighborhood Without Safe Drinking Water | KQED

Mountain View residents can now use tap water after boiling, while officials flush the system to eliminate bacteria from a ruptured water main.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Testing continues as Mountain View declares state of emergency amid water main contamination

Mountain View declared a state of emergency due to contaminated water affecting 66 homes, prompting reliance on bottled water.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Historic San Jose farmhouse seeks funds for renovations - San Jose Spotlight

"This is a really historic moment for San Jose in welcoming this expanded narrative of Japanese Americans. Generations of kids will be able to see their story reflected in this space."
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#san-mateo-history-museum
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Sunday Links: Winning $7 Million Lottery Ticket Purchased in the Mission District

A $7 million winning lottery ticket remains unclaimed in the Mission District, while various incidents, including fires and accidents, have occurred in the area.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Raid on San Bernardino Sunshine Motel leads to pimping charges and 'red tag' Closure

The San Bernardino Police Department will relentlessly pursue those who exploit and victimize others. If you traffic in human lives or prey on our community, you will be identified, targeted, and arrested.
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fromMission Local
1 week ago

Mission District housing nonprofit MEDA cuts staff, slashes salaries as fiscal troubles mount

Mission Economic Development Agency faces financial difficulties, leading to staff layoffs and pay cuts despite recent city funding support.
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Tenderloin Buzz: People's budget, dog bites, and a new but old landmark

The People's Budget Coalition is hosting a town hall to create a 'people's budget' focused on the Tenderloin's needs and priorities, including a Budget 101 session.
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#palo-alto
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Embarcadero road improvements in Palo Alto scheduled for summer - San Jose Spotlight

Closing the Churchill Avenue train crossing may endanger cyclists and pedestrians due to inadequate detours.
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fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

City proposing to ax 22 positions - including librarians, planners and police

Palo Alto proposes cutting 22 positions in the budget due to a $17 million deficit despite a $1.05 billion budget increase.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Embarcadero road improvements in Palo Alto scheduled for summer - San Jose Spotlight

Closing the Churchill Avenue train crossing may endanger cyclists and pedestrians due to inadequate detours.
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fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

City proposing to ax 22 positions - including librarians, planners and police

Palo Alto proposes cutting 22 positions in the budget due to a $17 million deficit despite a $1.05 billion budget increase.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Your guide to the California Congressional District 27 race: Santa Clarita and the Antelope Valley

Jason Gibbs and George Whitesides are key political figures in Santa Clarita and the 27th Congressional District, respectively.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Mountain View new transportation team to lead project backlog - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View is creating a new transportation division to manage a backlog of street improvement projects due to staff shortages.
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fromInverse
1 week ago

Netflix's 'Man on Fire' Is A Dimmer Remake Of A Tony Scott Classic

John Creasy, a former mercenary, seeks redemption while protecting a young girl after a devastating explosion in Rio de Janeiro.
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fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

This S.F. nonprofit is paying for groceries - no questions asked

The Noticing Folk Foundation provides free groceries to patrons as part of its community support initiatives in San Francisco.
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fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Hillary Ronen, ex-Mission District supe, to lead 50-year-old La Raza Centro Legal

Hillary Ronen returns to lead La Raza Centro Legal, a nonprofit focused on immigrant legal defense, after 16 months away from public office.
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Saturday Morning Special"at SF International Arts Festival

Precita Eyes Muralists Association offers a guided mural tour focusing on community stories of resistance and resilience in San Francisco.
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"The O.G. Classic Mission Mural Walk" (SF International Arts Fest)

The O.G. Classic Mission Mural Walk offers guided tours by muralists in San Francisco's Mission neighborhood.
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Oakland to Try Using Street Barriers to Curb Sex Work In 'The Blade'

Oakland is implementing a pilot program with barriers to redirect sex work activity from side streets to International Boulevard.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Revised Plans For Embarcadero Plaza Renovation Unveiled, Including Grand Lawn and Dog Park

"Everything you see today, we've gathered that community input and we put on paper. We want to make downtown come alive again. We have such a beautiful waterfront. This should be part of it."
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fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 week ago

San Jose Acid Test House & Grateful Dead History | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The same house, 38 S. Fifth St, was previously the property of a legendary San Jose figure, Mr. Horace Allen, a rancher and builder of gas stations, who lived in the house for almost 40 years.
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fromwww.kqed.org
2 weeks ago

Martinez Renewable Refinery Workers Strike Amid Contract Dispute, Demand Safer Conditions | KQED

After the fire, Contra Costa County commissioned a third-party assessment that gave Martinez Renewables an overall safety culture rating of 65% below industry benchmarks. The report identified understaffing as a key issue both during the interviews and in on-site observation days.
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fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

A curious footnote to San Francisco's sidewalk planter saga

Mary Hickey began gardening to address neglected planters in her neighborhood, highlighting issues of maintenance and the impact of hostile architecture.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Summit Tunnel tours highlight Chinese railroad workers' legacy

The Summit Tunnel symbolizes the labor of Chinese immigrants who built the Transcontinental Railroad, highlighting their overlooked contributions and sacrifices.
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fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

'They want us to break': Mayor Lurie staffer's life in limbo amid DACA delays

Jupiter Peraza, a DACA recipient, faces job loss due to delays in her work permit renewal, impacting her career and life significantly.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

San Francisco starts $4M removal of controversial Vaillancourt Fountain

The Vaillancourt Fountain is being removed due to safety risks and deterioration, costing $4 million for removal and storage.
#water-contamination
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Water still not safe to use for more than 60 Mountain View residents following water main issue

Mountain View residents face a prolonged water contamination issue, unable to use tap water for basic needs after a maintenance breach.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Mountain View homes without drinkable water after breach - San Jose Spotlight

Residents in Mountain View are unable to use tap water due to contamination from a cement slurry mix after a water main breach.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Water still not safe to use for more than 60 Mountain View residents following water main issue

Mountain View residents face a prolonged water contamination issue, unable to use tap water for basic needs after a maintenance breach.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Mountain View homes without drinkable water after breach - San Jose Spotlight

Residents in Mountain View are unable to use tap water due to contamination from a cement slurry mix after a water main breach.
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from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Pushing back against a radical move to change SF's housing and drug policy - 48 hills

San Francisco is reconsidering established housing and substance use policies, particularly the Housing First approach, amidst limited media coverage.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Human Composting Draws Concerns in Central Valley | KQED

The compost that we were using here looks exactly the same, feels exactly the same; it just happens to be made in a different way.
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fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Why Mission BBQ Stops Service For 2 Minutes Every Day At Noon - Tasting Table

Every day at 12:00 p.m. sharp, service stops for two whole minutes while customers and employees alike rise for the National Anthem. A narrator will interrupt the background music, asking guests to join in standing for the song, among signs placed around the restaurant alerting patrons to the daily tradition.
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fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Two Delivery Bots Blunder Into the Middle of a Police Incident, Have Awkward Standoff

Delivery robots often create disruptions and safety concerns in urban environments.
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fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Sunset Buzz: Shirley Chisholm community room opens, and making beach art, rakes provided

A youth nonprofit has taken over a community space, but concerns about accessibility and rental fees have been raised by local residents.
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fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Bayview Buzz: Much-loved neighborhood shuttle with live another day

The Bayview Community Shuttle will continue operating for two more years due to secured funding, benefiting residents with improved transit access.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

San Mateo overhauls dangerous intersection to better protect pedestrians, cyclists

Safety improvements at a dangerous San Mateo intersection include protected bike lanes, new signals, and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

A $40-million project will clean MacArthur Lake. Will it help fix the park?

A $40-million stormwater project at MacArthur Park aims to clean 9 million gallons of water annually and improve the park's appeal.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 weeks ago

Earth Month Cleanup at the National AIDS Memorial Grove - San Francisco Bay Times

The gathering within the grove at Golden Gate Park took place on April 18, 2026, just days before Earth Day on April 22 and during Earth Month.
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