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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Then suddenly, the Sisters were disinvited, the award, rescinded.
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.
Community mourns death of San Francisco drag icon, Heklina
San Francisco's drag and LGBTQ+ community is both devastated and mourning the sudden passing of legendary performer, Heklina, on Monday.
Wiener criticizes judge's ruling on Berkeley People's Park housing project
An appeals court has blocked a $312 million housing project at People’s Park in Berkeley. The court ruled the project fails to address environmental concerns.
Proposed amendment aims to safeguard same-sex marriage in California
After Roe v. Wade was overturned, supporters of same-sex marriage say they want to take action now to ensure anyone who wants to get married in California can do so.
Proposed affordable housing on DMV parking lot unanimously approved by San Francisco supes
Moments after approving an expanded goal for affordable housing construction on Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors called on the state to build housing on top of San Francisco's California Department of Motor Vehicles field office parking lot.
Sen. Scott Wiener receives bomb threat targeting home, Capitol office
State Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, said Tuesday he received a bomb threat targeting his home and office, the latest action targeting the politician for what he says is his support of LGBTQ issues.
Bay Area lawmakers push for supervised drug consumption sites, ultimately Newsom will decide
State lawmakers and Bay Area leaders are calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to sign legislation legalizing supervised drug consumption sites.
Moneypox vaccinations in San Francisco kick into high gear as more doses become available
Monkeypox vaccinations in San Francisco shifted into high gear on Tuesday where the city distributed approximately 10,000 doses it received from the federal government.
SF General hopes to administer 4,000 monkeypox doses this week
The effort to contain the monkeypox virus continues as San Francisco General Hospital's vaccine clinic reopened Monday, where medical staff hope to administer 4,000 doses this week.
San Francisco running out of monkeypox vaccine, state senator blames feds
San Francisco is running out of the monkeypox vaccine at a time when demand is surging. According to the San Francisco Department of Public Health, only 50 doses remain available on Wednesday.
California will end arrests for loitering for prostitution
Gov. Newsom noted Friday that the bill does not legalize prostitution