San Francisco’s Most Drug-Filled Intersection
Starlight Market at Ellis and Jones is among four corners filled with drug users, dealers, and other substance abusers. It’s only two blocks from the Hilton but this intersection is a different world. Longtime businesses in the area are struggling to survive. Why does this out of control drug...
S.F. judge just released man charged with assault on mayor’s bodyguard. He’s now back...
The man who prosecutors charged with assaulting one of Mayor Daniel Lurie’s bodyguards was back in custody after being released from jail last week.
Lafayette lawyer sentenced in ‘biggest criminal fraud scheme’ in Eastern California
Attorney Ari Lauer sentenced to 11 years and 5 months for Ponzi scheme related to DC Solar company. The crimes at DC Solar were sophisticated and complex, but involved mobile solar generators (MSGs) that were mounted on trailers. Generators were sold that didn't even exist -- at least half DC...
Bargain Grocer Moves Into Shuttered Walgreens Corner in Oakland’s Eastlake
After sitting mostly dark since early 2025, the former Walgreens at the corner of East 18th Street and Third Avenue in Oakland’s Eastlake neighborhood is finally getting a new tenant. Discount supermarket chain Grocery Outlet has signed a lease for the long‑vacant space, aiming to bring lower‑priced groceries back to...
Alameda Village of Love Day Center and Shelter Unexpectedly Closed
On Friday, February 27, the former Village of Love day center, safe parking, and overnight emergency shelter at 431 Stardust Place unexpectedly closed. At the City Council meeting on February 17, the City had approved Urban Alchemy to take over its operation. However, according to Public Information Officer Sarah...
Dirt Bike Gunman Terrorizes East Oakland Block, Passenger Shot In Neck
A dirt bike rider opened fire on a car in East Oakland yesterday, wounding a passenger and sending police and paramedics rushing into the neighborhood, where residents watched a chaotic scene unfold as officers taped off the street and hunted for clues. The shooting happened about 7:47 PM in the...
Hundreds of teens flock to Alameda beach despite warnings, fights leave one injured
Hundreds of teens gathered at Crown Memorial State Beach in Alameda despite city warnings about unpermitted "beach takeover" events promoted on social media. Three fights broke out during the gathering Saturday, and one teen was taken to a hospital; police also reported an incident involving hate speech. Authorities...
How Many Rides Is Waymo Giving in San Francisco Now? The Data
If it feels like Waymo robotaxis are suddenly everywhere in San Francisco, the numbers suggest you’re not imagining it. The driverless taxi service from Alphabet has quietly scaled up into one of the largest autonomous ride services in the world -- and the ride totals are growing fast.
Plan for 900 homes could bring transformative change to this Bay Area city
The proposal comes as the city approved zoning changes to allow for denser housing in some single-family neighborhoods and commercial areas in response to state housing mandates.
‘Rolling art:’ Unveiling of lowrider postal stamp brings hundreds to Bayview
Lowrider enthusiasts celebrated the postage stamps and lowrider culture on Saturday ‘Rolling art:’ Unveiling of lowrider postal stamp brings hundreds to Bayview
