San Francisco's population is bouncing back
The mass migration away from California seems to be abating as the post-pandemic period and the overall U.S. economy improves.
Restaurants say parklets taking up San Francisco parking spaces are necessary
Parklets, those outdoor dining options that flourished during the pandemic, are creating tensions in some of San Francisco's commercial corridors.
COVID rates high, vaccination rates are low during winter surge
The U.S. is seeing a surge in respiratory viruses, such as COVID, flu and RSV. At the same time, vaccination rates are low.
New book gives people suffering from Long COVID a voice
Even though COVID is still around, most feel like it is over; there's only one problem, it's not anywhere close to being done for millions of Americans suffering from Long COVID.
COVID and flu on the rise in California
About 50,000 people die from influenza infections each year and now COVID-19 has reached that same milestone.
SF's COVID-19 response led to one of lowest death rates among U.S. cities, study finds
San Francisco's response to the COVID-19 crisis resulted in one of the lowest coronavirus-related death tolls among U.S. metropolitan cities, a study has found.
Tensions rise at Millbrae city council meeting over conversion of hotel into housing
A Millbrae City Council meeting descended into a shouting match Tuesday as the council and city residents debated a San Mateo County plan to convert a hotel into low-income housing.
Glide serves its 1st indoor meal since COVID pandemic
After years of serving meals outdoors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on Thursday Glide served its first meal indoors, marking a significant milestone for the church and nonprofit.
Oakland pandemic-era eviction ban expires in July, stirs concern among renters
The pandemic-era eviction moratorium in Oakland ends on July 15. That means renters who haven't had to pay rent for the past three years because of pandemic hardship will either have to start paying on Aug. 1 or face eviction.
COVID outbreak will shut down part of Vallejo city hall next week, officials say
A COVID outbreak is forcing Vallejo officials to close part of City Hall for three days next week, the city said Friday.
Coco Republic, latest retailer to announce it's leaving SF's Union Square
Coco Republic, a self-described luxury Australian furniture brand, will close its 53,000 square-foot showroom, located in San Francisco's Union Square this summer, the company announced.
Toy drive for Bay Area farmworker families off to slow start
The beginning of May brings with it the start of the farming season in many parts of Northern California. But many of the families that perform this work have been hit especially hard, by the COVID pandemic, to inflation, to outbreaks of violent crime.
Only 1 in 5 kids ready for kindergarten in county, report finds
Communities all over the state are reporting impacts on enrollment and test scores for school-age children in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, but Sonoma County has released a sobering, detailed report focusing on kindergartners there and how they are faring post-pandemic.
San Jose's Calvary church ordered to pay $1.2 million in fines for violating health orders during COVID
A Superior Court of California judge in Santa Clara County ruled that Calvary Chapel San Jose must pay $1.2 million in fines, including interest, for violating public health orders during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency.
Oakland to debate ending eviction ban
The Oakland City Council on Tuesday is scheduled to begin debate on a proposal to formally end the city's ban on evictions.
Demand at regional food banks soars as layoffs, food prices, increase
The primary food bank which serves San Mateo and Santa Clara counties is seeing rising demand only slightly below pandemic-era highs. Higher food prices and layoffs are citied. Leaders say more support is needed from cities and the private sector.
Santa Clara County relaxes COVID rules
Santa Clara County is grappling with how to implement the latest COVID-19 changes, as the state lifts rules on masking and vaccinations in April.
Resurrecting Easter Sunday with 'The Sisters' in Dolores Park: Arts & culture calendar picks
Spring is here and that means the resurrection of 'Hunky Jesus' and 'Foxy Mary' this Easter Sunday in San Francisco's Dolores Park. Here are some other upcoming arts & culture suggestions.
Oakland Restaurant Week kicks off following some tough pandemic years
The kick-off to Oakland Restaurant Week coincides with the third anniversary of the Bay Area's COVID shelter-in-place order. Restauranteurs are happy to have rooms full of people once again.
Eviction ban debate: Alameda County discusses future of moratorium
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors discussed the eviction moratorium as rental housing providers increased pressure in hopes of ending the eviction ban, claiming it has ruined their livelihoods.