UCSF is among testing sites for new Alzheimer's drug

Alison Moritz, program director for dementia services says so far, families of Alzheimer patients have expressed optimism, "They have said where do I sign up? How soon will I get this?"   

Upgraded Shoreline Park reopens in San Francisco

Shoreview Park in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point reopened this morning after a major renovation of the often underutilized recreation facility. 

San Francisco City Hall reopens with in-person weddings and Pride celebrations

San Francisco's City Hall is back open for business after 15 months. The city is celebrating by raising the rainbow flag and resuming wedding ceremonies inside.

Mohammed Nuru must undergo mental evaluation after alleged knife incident

Mohammed Nuru, a former influential San Francisco official, has been ordered to undergo a mental evaluation following his arrest for allegedly brandishing a knife at a food bank.

San Francisco Zoo announces death of Cobby, oldest male chimpanzee in U.S.

The San Francisco Zoo on Sunday is mourning the loss of Cobby, a 63-year-old chimpanzee with a distinguished grey beard and a longtime favorite for visitors.

Cafe tagged with anti-Semitic hate speech; hate crimes on the rise in San Francisco

A popular cafe in San Francisco's Mission District was tagged with anti-Semitic hate speech. It’s another example of the growing number of hate-related cases happening in the city.

40 years since first HIV/AIDS cases, San Francisco honors those lost to epidemic

Saturday marked 40 years since the first diagnosed cases of HIV/AIDS. The National AIDS Memorial now sits in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. It honors the 700,000 lives lost to the disease.

San Francisco City Hall reopening to the public Monday after 15 month closure

San Francisco City Hall will open to the public on Monday for the first time in 15 months, and most offices will be open for full service, officials said on Saturday.

Supporters worry Castro is losing its LGBTQ neighborhood identity

Members of the LGBTQ community are worried that San Francisco's Castro District, long the cultural center for gays and lesbians in the city, is becoming less queer.

SFPD seeks public's help in locating 84-year-old woman who went missing last week

San Francisco police called on the public to help locate an 84-year-old who went missing last Friday. Investigators said Jean Chang Kan Fung left her home in the city’s Richmond District to go on a walk and never returned.

San Francisco police Chinatown task force looks to build trust with community
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The San Francisco police department has begun foot patrolling Chinatown amid a surge in anti-Asian violence. KTVU's Amber Lee explains how building trust with the Chinatown community is a top priority for San Francisco police.

Search continues for 84-year-old woman missing from San Francisco
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On Wednesday, San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin made an urgent plea to find 84-year-old Jean Chang Kan Fung. KTVU's Azenith Smith reports.

Former San Francisco Public Works director arrested for attempted robbery

Mohammed Nuru, the former director of the San Francisco Department of Public Works, was arrested Wednesday after he tried to rob a victim in the Bayview District using a knife.

San Francisco starts showing its 'Pride'

The first day of June kicked off the beginning of Pride 2021, a recognition of the LGBTQ community.

San Francisco starts showing its 'Pride'
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Pride month festivities are returning to San Francisco and the Bay Area after a hiatus in 2020 due to the pandemic. Though there's more to celebrate this year, the in-person events will be limited out of health concerns.

Suspect identified in attack that hospitalized Asian SFPD officer

New details have emerged related to an incident captured on video showing a homeless man attack a female police officer in San Francisco. Authorities have identified the suspect and said the officer is now recovering at home from her injuries.

San Francisco beaches and wharf become Memorial Day hot spots

High temps around the Bay Area are driving people to the beaches this Memorial Day weekend as the year's first blast of furnace-like heat roasted the region.