San Francisco's fire department seeking creative ways to fund new vehicles

San Francisco city leaders are working on new legislation to help firefighters begin replacing their aging fleet. Some of the vehicles are 50 years old.

San Francisco city workers prepare for likelihood of job cuts

San Francisco city workers are preparing for the likelihood of job cuts as the mayor prepares to deliver his budget proposal on Friday. 

QTAPI Pride: San Francisco march celebrates identity amid federal rollbacks

San Francisco’s queer and trans AAPI communities gathered and marched in a show of resilience and unity outside City Hall. They celebrated identity while pushing back against growing federal threats to LGBTQ health funding.

Transamerica Pyramid's rediscovered time capsule opened

A new exhibit has been unveiled at a San Francisco landmark. A time capsule from the Transamerica Pyramid from some 50 years ago has been unearthed from 6-feet underground. 

San Francisco new stabilization center provides care for those in crisis

San Francisco has opened the doors to a new stabilization center aimed at providing care for those in crisis on the city's streets. 

San Francisco food truck opening pop-up shop thanks to downtown revitalization

A program that activates vacant spaces and storefronts in San Francisco is expanding this summer with a popular taco truck getting a pop-up brick and mortar space in the Union Square area.

San Francisco Flower Market reopens at new location

After a months-long closure and relocation, San Francisco has a brand-new flower market. 

SFPD say new technology is paying off, but does more surveillance equal less crime?

San Francisco police gave KTVU a behind-the-scenes peek at the new high-tech center officers are using to crack down on crime. Officers say it's already making a major difference, but privacy advocates have concerns. 

San Francisco could get 5 new entertainment zones to support small businesses

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced on Monday the city is creating new entertainment zones in order to boost the local economy and to support small businesses. 

Strava unveils new headquarters at San Francisco’s iconic 181 Fremont tower

Strava, a popular app and San Francisco-based fitness tracking company, has announced a significant expansion in the city's downtown area. It's happening at a time when the city is working to revitalize the business district.

San Francisco businesses welcome push for workers to return to office

San Francisco businesses are counting down the days until virtually all San Francisco city workers will be back to work in their offices at the end of April. Business leaders and politicians hope this will also push the private sector to make a final effort to get as many employees back in the office as well.

SF mayor expected to nominate anti-gun violence activist to police commission

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is expected on Friday to nominate Mattie Scott as the city's next police commissioner to replace one who was ousted earlier this week. 

Dozens arrested in San Francisco overnight drug bust at Jefferson Square Park

A multi-agency law enforcement operation was carried out in the overnight hours into Thursday morning at a San Francisco park. San Francisco police say the bust at Jefferson Square Park is part of an ongoing strategy to crack down on open-air drug markets. 

SF mayor marks 1 month on job with street clean-up, additional promises

Mayor Daniel Lurie, (D) San Francisco, marked his first month on the job on Saturday by participating in street cleaning along a mile-long stretch of the Van Ness corridor.

Illegal fencing operations targeted by San Francisco leaders' legislation

San Francisco leaders are working together to craft new legislation aimed at curbing the sale of stolen goods on the streets of the city. Authors of the bill hope that it will allow legal vending to flourish. 

San Francisco Mayor Lurie reaches milestones in efforts to tackle fentanyl crisis

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie secured majority support from the Board of Supervisors for his proposal to tackle the city's fentanyl and homelessness crises. The proposed ordinance aims to streamline the approval process for contracts related to homelessness, mental health, and addiction services, potentially speeding up the creation of 1,500 new shelter beds.