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First night, 2026

20th Street. Photo by Walter Mackins First night, 2026

4 hours ago

Mission Local

First night, 2026

SFiST

Field Notes: Waterfalls, Fairy Rings, SF Library Map, and New East Bay All-Ages Music Venue

Finding Bay Area waterfalls and undisturbed mushroom rings, a self-guided tour of SF libraries, and a cavalcade of custards in San Jose. Plus, a new all-ages club in Richmond, the best view via SF’s public-private open spaces, and how artist Morisot was more than Manet’s muse.

7 hours ago

SFiST

Field Notes: Waterfalls, Fairy Rings, SF Library Map, and New East Bay All-Ages Music Venue

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SF Standard

From tortillas to TVs: 7 new California laws you’ll actually notice

Sacramento’s latest tweaks to your groceries, gadgets, and daily routine.

15 hours ago

SF Standard

From tortillas to TVs: 7 new California laws you’ll actually notice

SF Standard

What’s in and what’s out for the Warriors in 2026

As Will Richard and De’Anthony Melton emerge as key parts of Steve Kerr’s rotation, Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield have been relegated to the bench.

15 hours ago

SF Standard

What’s in and what’s out for the Warriors in 2026

Mission Local

In North Beach, a home for flutes

Originally a resource for sheet music, Flute World expanded into a business and resource, concentrating on flutes. In North Beach, a home for flutes

17 hours ago

Mission Local

In North Beach, a home for flutes

SFiST

Seminal SF Live Music Venue Bottom of the Hill to Close at the End of 2026 After 35 Years

The owners of independent live music venue, Bottom of the Hill, announced Friday they’ll be closing the doors to the 35-year-old institution after New Year’s Eve 2026. The owners hope the space can be taken on by another community-minded business.

24 hours ago

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Seminal SF Live Music Venue Bottom of the Hill to Close at the End of 2026 After 35 Years

SFiST

Day Around the Bay: Man Attacks ‘Good Samaritan,’ Harasses Rider at Caltrain Station

A coastal flood advisory is in effect through the weekend with heavy flooding already taking place in Marin; the FBI says they prevented a New Year’s Eve terrorist attack in North Carolina; and a man was filmed attacking someone at the San Carlos Caltrain station.

1 day ago

SFiST

Day Around the Bay: Man Attacks ‘Good Samaritan,’ Harasses Rider at Caltrain Station

SFiST

Claude the Albino Alligator Getting a Big, Free ‘Celebration of Life’ on Sunday, January 18

If you feel you still haven’t paid your respects to the dearly departed albino alligator Claude, there will be a large, public (and free!) “celebration of life” for the deceased 30-year-old gator at the Golden Gate Bandshell.

1 day ago

SFiST

Claude the Albino Alligator Getting a Big, Free ‘Celebration of Life’ on Sunday, January 18

SF Standard

Yet another PG&E outage hits the Richmond, infuriating residents

Locals say the blackout is the sixth in two weeks, marring holiday plans and work schedules.

1 day ago

SF Standard

Yet another PG&E outage hits the Richmond, infuriating residents

SF Standard

Section 415: Previewing major 2026 storylines for each Bay Area team

After the Valkyries stole the spotlight in 2025, which franchise will dominate the headlines this year?

1 day ago

SF Standard

Section 415: Previewing major 2026 storylines for each Bay Area team

SF Standard

DA alleges nonprofit staffers pocketed money meant to repair homeless shelter

The $115,000 was supposed to go toward improvements at the Oasis Inn, a facility for families.

1 day ago

SF Standard

DA alleges nonprofit staffers pocketed money meant to repair homeless shelter

SFiST

Recology’s Free Christmas Tree Pickup Is Now Underway, So Do Not Abandon Your Christmas Tree on a Sidewalk

You do not need to sneak around and ditch your Christmas tree on a sidewalk when no one is looking. Recology is happy to pick up your tree for free if you just leave it next to your compost bin when putting out trash and recycling.

1 day ago

SFiST

Recology’s Free Christmas Tree Pickup Is Now Underway, So Do Not Abandon Your Christmas Tree on a Sidewalk

SF Standard

Victoria Jones admitted to cocaine use in Napa arrest

The 34-year-old daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones was found dead Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco of a suspected overdose, a source says.

1 day ago

SF Standard

Victoria Jones admitted to cocaine use in Napa arrest

SFiST

Highway Patrol Foiled by 100-MPH Speeding Camaro With Disappearing License Plates

One Camaro driver who enjoys speeding at more than 100 miles per hour on I-580 has a novel, James Bond-style trick to evade authorities, as this particular vehicle’s license plates are able to automatically disappear when the cops show up.

1 day ago

SFiST

Highway Patrol Foiled by 100-MPH Speeding Camaro With Disappearing License Plates

Mission Local

Viva Brava!

On 24th Street. Photo by Walter Mackins Viva Brava!

1 day ago

Mission Local

Viva Brava!

Mission Local

San Franciscans aim for more reading, less doomscrolling and ‘hockey-stick growth’ in the new year

S.F. residents' New Year's resolutions included completing degrees, quitting sugar, and becoming 'fun-employed' San Franciscans aim for more reading, less doomscrolling and ‘hockey-stick growth’ in the new year

1 day ago

Mission Local

San Franciscans aim for more reading, less doomscrolling and ‘hockey-stick growth’ in the new year

Mission Local

Federal judge halts ICE attempt to stop court order mandating better conditions in S.F. holding cells.

On Wednesday, Judge Casey Pitts denied the government's motion to halt the court order that mandates improved conditions at ICE's holding cells in San Francisco. Federal judge halts ICE attempt to stop court order mandating better conditions in S.F. holding cells.

2 days ago

Mission Local

Federal judge halts ICE attempt to stop court order mandating better conditions in S.F. holding cells.

Mission Local

What's on now at San Francisco museums, January 2026

Some very good shows are closing soon. Catch them at the Legion of Honor, Asian Art Museum and at the Mission Cultural Center. What's on now at San Francisco museums, January 2026

2 days ago

Mission Local

What's on now at San Francisco museums, January 2026