San Francisco groups advocate against budget cuts

Now that San Francisco's mayor has delivered his budget proposal, the city is now grappling with the tough decisions ahead.

100,000 meals for nonprofit Project Open Hand at risk under SF budget proposal

San Francisco’s proposed budget includes cuts to nonprofit services, threatening organizations like Project Open Hand, which may have to eliminate weekend meals. That means 100,000 fewer meals annually. Advocates warn the reductions will harm vulnerable communities and reverse progress made in neighborhoods like the Tenderloin.

San Francisco's mayor pushes new plan to get RV residents into housing

San Francisco's mayor has launched a new plan aimed at clearing recreational vehicles from the city's streets. Mayor Daniel Lurie said the idea is to get people into housing. The mayor said this is part of his broader plan to get housing for the unhoused, including those living in recreational vehicles.

San Francisco Mayor Lurie open to eliminating free parking in Golden Gate Park

Mayor Daniel Lurie said on Thursday he is open to eliminating free parking on roads in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park in order to bring more revenue to the city to balance the budget.

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.