U.S. cities with $1M ‘starter homes’ hit record high. California tops the list
SAN FRANCISCO - New figures show the number of cities where entry-level, starter homes cost a million dollars or more has hit a record high in the U.S., with California leading the pack. By the numbers:. Since the pandemic, cities with a typical starter home worth $1 million or more...
San Francisco Chinatown Tenants Form Union as Evictions Loom
Residents who have lived in the building at 1120 Jackson St. for decades say they are facing eviction and other pressure to leave. Several longtime residents of a San Francisco Chinatown building are facing eviction in what they believe is an effort to turn the units over so the new owner can charge higher rents. Now,
S.F. supervisor Jackie Fielder to return to City Hall after mental health leave
The Mission District supervisor is coming back to San Francisco City Hall after a doctor-recommended three-month rest. S.F. supervisor Jackie Fielder to return to City Hall after mental health leave
Six California pizzerias among the nation’s top 50. See the list
Six California pizzerias earned spots among the nation’s top 50, according to a recent report from 50 Top Pizza USA. The Italy-based industry group released its annual rankings last month, highlighting standout pizza destinations across the country, with California claiming six entries on the list. “The pizza sector in
‘Mother Nature is unforgiving’: Sneaker waves are hitting SF beaches hard
Just as you might just consider braving the beach (backup jacket in tow), San Francisco is being battered by sneaker waves. The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement (opens in new tab)through Wednesday afternoon. In just the past few weeks, an angler was dragged to sea at...
S.F. cartoonist allegedly hid camera in bathroom at Berkeley birthday party, police say
Andrew Farago, curator of the Cartoon Art Museum in S.F., allegedly secretly recorded birthday party guests in the bathroom of his Berkeley home.
Oakland crash survivors express outrage over teen driver’s release
(KRON) — Survivors of a deadly crash in Oakland spoke out Monday night after learning the teenage suspect has been released from custody. The incident left three people dead and five others seriously injured. A month later, KRON4 spoke with a woman who is still recovering. “Thirty days later, here I am with the entire
The 13 best bookstores in the Bay Area, according to your favorite authors
The Bay Area has always punched above its weight in writers — and naturally, that means the bookstores here are something special. We asked our favorite local authors which shops they frequent. We wanted the hidden gems, the neighborhood staples, the places that feel personal, build community, and keep the local litera
Rare Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show headlines Bay Area Fourth of July celebrations
Looking for Bay Area Fourth of July plans? The Chronicle’s region-by-region guide covers Golden Gate Bridge fireworks, parades, festivals, cruises and more.
Southwest Airlines captain makes heartwarming final flight to Oakland with his daughter as co-pilot
OAKLAND, Calif. - It was a deeply meaningful flight on so many levels. On Sunday, Southwest Airlines shared video of a moving announcement from the flight’s second-in-command, who would be joining the captain in the cockpit to bring passengers from Las Vegas to Oakland. First Officer Julia Curtis introduced...
