Who could replace Nancy Pelosi in Congress?
Rep. Nancy Pelosi had made it clear she would not announce any decision about her congressional seat until after voters weighed in on Proposition 50 — and she stayed true to her word.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi had made it clear she would not announce any decision about her congressional seat until after voters weighed in on Proposition 50 — and she stayed true to her word.
State Sen. Wiener reportedly not waiting for Pelosi to retire, says he's running for Congress
State Sen. Scott Wiener will reportedly run for the Congressional seat currently held by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi.
State Sen. Scott Wiener will reportedly run for the Congressional seat currently held by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi.
California bill bans ultra-processed foods in school meals by 2035
California is now the first state to define ultra-processed foods, or UPFs. It's the latest of moves from California leaders to lay out healthy food protections for kids.
California is now the first state to define ultra-processed foods, or UPFs. It's the latest of moves from California leaders to lay out healthy food protections for kids.
Tesla not permitted to roll out robotaxi service in SF as reportedly planned
Tesla is reported to have had plans to rollout a robotaxi service in San Francisco as early as this weekend. But state officials say they are not permitted to do such a thing and haven't even applied for a permit.
Tesla is reported to have had plans to rollout a robotaxi service in San Francisco as early as this weekend. But state officials say they are not permitted to do such a thing and haven't even applied for a permit.
Trump administration pulls federal funding from California High-Speed Rail project
Experts weigh in on the impact of Trump administration funding cuts for California's High Speed Rail project.
Experts weigh in on the impact of Trump administration funding cuts for California's High Speed Rail project.
Minnesota killings raise flag over increase in political violence
Following the latest developments in the Minnesota killings, researchers and political experts confirm there has been an alarming increase in politically motivated acts of violence.
Following the latest developments in the Minnesota killings, researchers and political experts confirm there has been an alarming increase in politically motivated acts of violence.
Proposed legislation takes aim at street vendors and liquor licenses
The California Senate on Wednesday passed two bills aimed at revitalizing San Francisco.
The California Senate on Wednesday passed two bills aimed at revitalizing San Francisco.
California may create its own version of National Institutes of Heath and Science
State Senator Scott Wiener has introduced legislation that would create California's own version of the National Institutes of Health.
State Senator Scott Wiener has introduced legislation that would create California's own version of the National Institutes of Health.
Great Highway mural vandalized and artists harassed, local leaders say
A mural on the Great Highway in San Francisco was vandalized late Friday, the same day the area was closed to motorists, according to community members and leaders.
A mural on the Great Highway in San Francisco was vandalized late Friday, the same day the area was closed to motorists, according to community members and leaders.
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 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 benefits from housing law that streamlines approval
To address the state's housing crisis, California enacted a Statewide Housing Plan in 2022. It says that every city and county must build its share of new homes to meet a total of 2.5 million new homes the state estimates it will need by 2031. San Francisco's part of the job is to build 82,000 units by the same deadline.
To address the state's housing crisis, California enacted a Statewide Housing Plan in 2022. It says that every city and county must build its share of new homes to meet a total of 2.5 million new homes the state estimates it will need by 2031. San Francisco's part of the job is to build 82,000 units by the same deadline.
State Sen. Wiener introduces bill to protect freelancers
A bill that would strengthen the rights of freelance workers was introduced this week by state Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco.
A bill that would strengthen the rights of freelance workers was introduced this week by state Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco.
Could drinking alcohol on sidewalks help California's economy?
Could downtown cities in California become the new Las Vegas?
Could downtown cities in California become the new Las Vegas?
Proposal: Limit car speed to no more than 10 mph over speed limit
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D.-San Francisco) has set up an epic battle that will involve stiff opposition from carmakers, driving enthusiasts and way too many lead-footed drivers over how fast their cars can go.
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D.-San Francisco) has set up an epic battle that will involve stiff opposition from carmakers, driving enthusiasts and way too many lead-footed drivers over how fast their cars can go.
Car break-in victims have to prove their vehicle was locked, a state lawmaker wants to change that
California State Sen. Scott Wiener is hoping a small change to the law will have a dramatic impact on car break-ins. This law aims to close what amounts to a loophole that prosecutors say is letting burglars off the hook.
California State Sen. Scott Wiener is hoping a small change to the law will have a dramatic impact on car break-ins. This law aims to close what amounts to a loophole that prosecutors say is letting burglars off the hook.
SF students walkout during day of action, call for Israeli cease-fire
High school students in San Francisco joined a nationwide walk-out on Wednesday and called for change in the Middle East. Those students are calling on Israel to change its policies and would like to see a cease-fire.
High school students in San Francisco joined a nationwide walk-out on Wednesday and called for change in the Middle East. Those students are calling on Israel to change its policies and would like to see a cease-fire.
SF city supervisor proposes ban on street vendors in the Mission District
San Francisco Supervisor Hillary Ronen is proposing a ban on vendors on Mission Street for 90 days, in an effort to improve safety for city employees who are tasked with keeping the streets clean and clear.
San Francisco Supervisor Hillary Ronen is proposing a ban on vendors on Mission Street for 90 days, in an effort to improve safety for city employees who are tasked with keeping the streets clean and clear.
Bill proposing Bay Area bridge toll increase for public transit paused
A bill proposing a temporary toll increase for Bay Area bridges to fund public transportation has been shelved, its authoring legislators said Monday.
A bill proposing a temporary toll increase for Bay Area bridges to fund public transportation has been shelved, its authoring legislators said Monday.
L.A. Dodgers disinvite Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to 'Pride Night', rescind award
Sister Unity with the Los Angeles Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence said the group was honored to find out the LA Dodgers planned to present them the "Community Hero Award" at the team’s Pride night in June. Then suddenly, the Sisters were disinvited, the award, rescinded.
Sister Unity with the Los Angeles Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence said the group was honored to find out the LA Dodgers planned to present them the "Community Hero Award" at the team’s Pride night in June. Then suddenly, the Sisters were disinvited, the award, rescinded.
SF supervisors call for outside review of DA's decision in Banko Brown's shooting death, mayor speaks
The supervisors say the district attorney's opinion that Anthony, the guard, would mount a successful self-defense argument in court is wrong given that a weapon was never found at the scene or on Brown.
The supervisors say the district attorney's opinion that Anthony, the guard, would mount a successful self-defense argument in court is wrong given that a weapon was never found at the scene or on Brown.