San Francisco mayor pushes for chilcare cost subsidies
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is launching an initiative to make it easier for families to afford staying in the city, including an effort to make sure more people qualify for subsidies to cover childcare costs.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is launching an initiative to make it easier for families to afford staying in the city, including an effort to make sure more people qualify for subsidies to cover childcare costs.
Trump says he'll withhold funding from sanctuary cities
President Trump on Wednesday doubled down on his threat to strip all sanctuary cities and other jurisdictions starting on Feb. 1. The president referred to sanctuary cities as criminal protection centers. There are several sanctuary cities and counties in the Bay Area. California itself is a sanctuary state. Law Professor at UC School of Law, David Levine, with analysis on this topic.
President Trump on Wednesday doubled down on his threat to strip all sanctuary cities and other jurisdictions starting on Feb. 1. The president referred to sanctuary cities as criminal protection centers. There are several sanctuary cities and counties in the Bay Area. California itself is a sanctuary state. Law Professor at UC School of Law, David Levine, with analysis on this topic.
Bay Area leaders press Newsom for more funding to curb retail theft
A smash-and-grab robbery at a South Bay Macy’s is the latest high-profile retail crime to spark renewed calls for tougher enforcement across the Bay Area.
A smash-and-grab robbery at a South Bay Macy’s is the latest high-profile retail crime to spark renewed calls for tougher enforcement across the Bay Area.
SF supervisor accuses colleague of 'political sabotage' over Great Highway
San Francisco District 4 Supervisor Alan Wong did not get enough support from fellow board members to move forward with voters deciding whether to re-open the highway.
San Francisco District 4 Supervisor Alan Wong did not get enough support from fellow board members to move forward with voters deciding whether to re-open the highway.
Alameda gas leak prompts evacuations
A gas leak prompted the evacuation of nearby schools and residents Wednesday afternoon in Alameda.
A gas leak prompted the evacuation of nearby schools and residents Wednesday afternoon in Alameda.
US freezes visa processing for 75 countries
The State Dept. is pausing all visa processing for 75 countries in an effort to crack down on applicants deemed likely to become a public charge.
The State Dept. is pausing all visa processing for 75 countries in an effort to crack down on applicants deemed likely to become a public charge.
Dems file articles of impeachment against Kristi Noem
Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., and over 70 other Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives signed three articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in the wake of the deadly shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis last week.
Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., and over 70 other Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives signed three articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in the wake of the deadly shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis last week.
Big Sur's Highway 1 to reopen
A damaged section of Highway 1 in Big Sur, closed for three years, will reopen Wednesday.
A damaged section of Highway 1 in Big Sur, closed for three years, will reopen Wednesday.
No BART service between Concord and Orinda because of power issue
BART service stopped early Wednesday morning between Concord and Orinda because of what the agency described as a "trackside" power issue.
BART service stopped early Wednesday morning between Concord and Orinda because of what the agency described as a "trackside" power issue.
Suspect in 11-year-old Antioch girl shooting surrenders to police
The man suspected of shooting an 11-year-old girl in the head surrenders to law enforcement.
The man suspected of shooting an 11-year-old girl in the head surrenders to law enforcement.
Vanderbilt expansion seen as long-term investment in SF recovery
Mayor Daniel Lurie announced that Vanderbilt University will open its first West Coast campus in San Francisco, calling the move a significant long-term investment in the city’s future.
Mayor Daniel Lurie announced that Vanderbilt University will open its first West Coast campus in San Francisco, calling the move a significant long-term investment in the city’s future.
Marin addresses potential future flooding
A Marin County community experienced days of records flooding as the result of heavy rain and king tides. Now, a little more than a week later, officials want to see what can be done now and try to prevent an incident like this from happening again.
A Marin County community experienced days of records flooding as the result of heavy rain and king tides. Now, a little more than a week later, officials want to see what can be done now and try to prevent an incident like this from happening again.
Livermore School District facing possible closures
Parents and staff are speaking out as the Livermore School District weighs how to close a multimillion dollar budget shortfall. Potentially on the table, everything from school closures to staff position reductions.
Parents and staff are speaking out as the Livermore School District weighs how to close a multimillion dollar budget shortfall. Potentially on the table, everything from school closures to staff position reductions.
SF Ballet's Opening Night Gala kicks off new season
The annual gala is one of the largest fundraising events of the year for the San Francisco Ballet, and for any non-profit in San Francisco. Proceeds benefit a wide range of SF Ballet’s initiatives, including new work development, scholarships for SF Ballet School students, and community education programs. The Opening Night Gala is January 14. This year’s Honorary Chair is EGOT-winning actress and dancer Rita Moreno.
The annual gala is one of the largest fundraising events of the year for the San Francisco Ballet, and for any non-profit in San Francisco. Proceeds benefit a wide range of SF Ballet’s initiatives, including new work development, scholarships for SF Ballet School students, and community education programs. The Opening Night Gala is January 14. This year’s Honorary Chair is EGOT-winning actress and dancer Rita Moreno.
Puppies administered Narcan | West Coast Wrap
Firefighters near Seattle said they had to use Narcan to save puppies from what may have been fentanyl exposure.
Firefighters near Seattle said they had to use Narcan to save puppies from what may have been fentanyl exposure.
City leaders approve funding for San Jose's east side
The San Jose City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a multi-million boost for the city's east side. The money will be used to improve community access to health care, food and the arts. It's an area that city leaders say has historically faced underinvestment.
The San Jose City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a multi-million boost for the city's east side. The money will be used to improve community access to health care, food and the arts. It's an area that city leaders say has historically faced underinvestment.
Trash pickup volunteer robbed in West Oakland
A man who gained attention for picking up trash on his own time was robbed for the first time over the weekend while cleaning a West Oakland street corner.
A man who gained attention for picking up trash on his own time was robbed for the first time over the weekend while cleaning a West Oakland street corner.
Iconic Mission-style Taco Bell to close in Bay Area city
A nearly 60-year-old Taco Bell, one of the fast-food chain's last Mission-style building restaurants, closes for good in Lafayette.
A nearly 60-year-old Taco Bell, one of the fast-food chain's last Mission-style building restaurants, closes for good in Lafayette.
Closing arguments underway in killing of San Francisco grandfather
Attorneys in the case of a teen accused of pushing down and killing an elderly man in 2021 are wrapping up their cases.
Attorneys in the case of a teen accused of pushing down and killing an elderly man in 2021 are wrapping up their cases.
SF Businesses benefit from JP Morgan Healthcare 2026 conference crowds
Hotels and restaurants say they are fully booked as the JP Morgan Healthcare 2026 conference brings thousands of attendees to SF from around the globe.
Hotels and restaurants say they are fully booked as the JP Morgan Healthcare 2026 conference brings thousands of attendees to SF from around the globe.