Crab season delayed, but for how long?
The crabbing season is now officially delayed because there's a lot of sea life out there -- including whales and turtles -- that fishing gear can harm.
Fisherman's Wharf facelift plans means Alioto's gets bulldozed
The San Francisco Port Commission officially received the Port's proposal to remake the very heart of Fisherman's Wharf into a more viable and attractive center of the world-famous tourist site. It involves bulldozing one famous restaurant, possibly rehabbing tow others, creating a new pedestrian plaza and making historic fishing boats the centerpiece.
Recreational salmon fishing is coming back to California
Californians will soon be able to fish for salmon in the ocean for the first time in years, according to a release from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Legal battle brews over San Francisco’s ‘Museum of Failure’
The SF Fisherman's Wharf pop-up exhibit showcases infamous product flops, but the concept is at the center of a legal dispute.
Crab fisherman happy to finally make money as season gets late start
Sunday is the start of Dungeness crab season, giving fishermen an opportunity to finally make some money by selling directly off their boats to customers.
San Francisco: 2K pounds of 'unlawful catch' fish seized from fisherman
A commercial fisherman could be in a load of trouble after officials found unlawfully caught fish behind a false wall on his boat at San Francisco's Pier, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
'Off-the-boat' Dungeness crab for sale this weekend in San Francisco
Fresh Dungeness crab will officially be ready for sale at Fisherman's Wharf on Sunday, according to the Port of San Francisco.
Unique SF-themed gingerbread village set to debut at Fisherman's Wharf
A unique San Francisco-themed gingerbread house village will make its debut to the public next week at Fisherman's Wharf. Jon Lovitch, the artist, flew to the Bay Area from New York City on Friday afternoon to put on the finishing touches. He invited KTVU for a behind-the scenes look.
Wax museum permanently closes at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf
The wax museum closed on Aug. 3. after 10 years in business at the wharf.
San Francisco's Aquarium of the Bay to get new leadership after scandal
The Aquarium of the Bay, a fixture on San Francisco's Pier 39 for almost three decades, finds itself in a financial mess due to a scandal embroiling its now-departed CEO who served for almost a decade.
Sea lions help Fisherman's Wharf post-pandemic economy
Mother Nature made humanity possible. Now, some of her furry children are making it possible for crowds of tourists to a major tourist attraction to revive itself from the post-pandemic.
SF Mayor moves to keep giant Ferris wheel at Fisherman's Wharf another 18 months
San Francisco Mayor London Breed is seeking to extend the stay of a popular new attraction to the city’s waterfront.
Bay Area Dungeness crab fleet could fade away
California’s commercial Dungeness crab fleet is finally selling its catch to consumers, albeit three-months late. This comes well after the peak holiday buying season has come and gone.
Giant Ferris wheel moves to Fisherman's Wharf
A Ferris wheel that stood in Golden Gate Park has been moved to Fisherman's Wharf.
155th annual Italian heritage parade and festival
The annual Italian Heritage Parade and Festival returned to the streets of San Francisco Sunday afternoon for its 155th year.
Air shows underway in San Francisco's Fleet Week
The Blue Angels took to the sky Friday afternoon as Fleet Week picked up steam going into the weekend. The air show is one of the highlights of Fleet Week and the show did not disappoint.
Bay Area crab and salmon fishermen hit hard
California is cutting short the already delayed commercial crab season to April 15 south of Mendocino County to protect humpback whales from becoming entangled in crab potlines.
SF bike rental companies worried new proposal will hurt their business
San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency is set to consider expanding the number of Lyft bike rental locations. Some local bike rental companies worry about how the proposed expansion will impact their business.
March Madness comes to San Francisco's Chase Center and business owners are ready to 'win'
Excitement is building as NCAA action is set to get underway in San Francisco. Chase Center will host the West Regional Sweet 16 and Elite Eight, and fans are already pouring into the city.
SFPD officer on trial in man's beating testifies, prosecutor questions training
It's the trial against a San Francisco police officer that has triggered a dramatic fight between city's top cops. About who gets to investigate the police.