He thought he owned the vacant Oakland lot where he lived for 8 years....
For eight years, no one seemed to mind that Michael Bowen had claimed a vacant Oakland land. Now, the city and PG&E are seeking to move him out.
SFPD Arrests Suspect in Connection with Richmond District Arson Fires
“SFPD Arrests an Arson Suspect in the Richmond District. On May 26, 2025, San Francisco Police officers working in plainclothes capacity were conducting patrol in the Richmond District following recent suspicious fires that occurred in the area. Officers were around La Playa and Balboa Streets at approximately 1:30...
San Francisco Marina District close to having new transitional-housing facility
It's a part of the mayor's plans to open hundreds of new beds for homeless people struggling with addiction.
Legendary Bay Area event returns and sells out in hours
The famous Bay Area event is returning after a prolonged hiatus.
Day 84 at the 16th St. Plaza: Drug use on Mission Street up
'We saw people returning to the street and using on Mission Street in particular.' That change has shifted the city's focus. Day 84 at the 16th St. Plaza: Drug use on Mission Street up
San Francisco Man Charged with DUI After Nearly Sideswiping Colma Police Officer on Serramonte...
Last Friday, a Colma Police Officer nearly became the victim of a sideswipe incident on Serramonte Boulevard, as the department shared details of the near-miss turned DUI arrest in their latest installment of "Misdemeanor Monday." The driver responsible, identified as Angel AlvaHernández, a 58-year-old resident of...
Good Samaritan rescues 4 people from sinking sailboat in San Pablo Bay
Four people were rescued from a sinking boat by a good Samaritan in San Pablo Bay on Sunday. The good Samaritan tells ABC7, the conditions on the water were rough at the time, when he noticed the sinking sailboat and went to help.
Learning to Live With San Francisco’s Coyotes
In the 1900s, San Francisco eradicated native coyotes from the city. But around 20 years ago, they returned and are now a part of daily life. For some residents, they’re a source of wonder, while others view them as a nuisance and a danger to pets and children. Links:
Farewell, Central Drug Store — Excelsior independent pharmacy to close after nearly 60 years
The Excelsior’s Central Drug Store is joining a growing list of independent city drug stores to bid adieu. The nearly 60-year-old family-run business will shut down on July 15. The owner, pharmacist Jerry Tonelli, announced on Monday that he will retire. “We’ve had a good run,” said Tonelli, who...
Oakland 7-Eleven hit by thieves twice in the same day
OAKLAND, Calif. - The Oakland Police Department is investigating two possible armed robberies on the same day at the same 7-Eleven, and it’s not the first time the store has been hit back-to-back. "It’s a common occurrence around here and it’s getting kind of bad," said Tor Lono, who...
