‘Housing First,’ morgue second: Time for Mayor Lurie to remove Jennifer Friedenbach from the...
For years, I have argued that lobbyist group The Coalition on Homelessness (COH), and in particular their CEO, Jennifer Friedenbach, should be removed from the conversation about homelessness in San Francisco. First, Friedenbach pushes a false narrative that housing will solve the problem. It’s not a lack of housing,...
Firefighters Rescue Person ‘Hanging Off A Cliff’ Near Golden Gate Bridge
Firefighters in San Francisco on Sunday rescued one person who was clinging to the side of a cliff near the Golden Gate Bridge. The San Francisco Fire Department said crews responded to Battery Godfrey, just west of the Golden Gate Bridge, at around sunset on Sunday for a cliff rescue. One adult was found “hanging […]
Sunset Dunes park vandalized: Hammocks stolen, community piano destroyed
An unknown person or group of people vandalized San Francisco’s Sunset Dunes park over the weekend, San Francisco Recreation and Parks said.
Protestors urge San Francisco leaders to spare programs from budget cuts
SAN FRANCISCO - Protesters unfurled banners inside San Francisco's City Hall on Monday afternoon, demanding city leaders save critical programs from proposed budget cuts. What we know: — The city is facing an $800 million budget shortfall over the next two years. The Board of Supervisors is now considering...
Popular clothing store leaving S.F.’s downtown mall
The clothing company has shuttered its store in San Francisco Centre and will be opening a new location in nearby Union Square.
One Bay Area City’s Answer to Homeless RV Residents Shows Promise for State
Here are the morning’s top stories for Wednesday, June 25, 2025:. Cities throughout California have taken different approaches on how to deal with homeless residents. That also includes those dwelling in RVs. While many plans have been slow on yielding results, Berkeley’s approach may be the solution that city...
This Homey BBQ Joint In California Serves Up The Best Beef Ribs You’ll Ever...
In a modest gray building along Oakland’s San Pablo Avenue, smoke curls lazily into the California sky, sending aromatic messages that translate universally to “get here now and bring your appetite.”. Horn Barbecue might look unassuming from the outside, but inside these walls, barbecue magic happens with such...
We blind tasted 17 rotisserie chickens from Bay Area restaurants. Here’s how Costco ranked
The Chronicle conducted a blind taste test of rotisserie chickens from restaurants, butchers and grocery stores — including Costco — to find the Bay Area’s best. Here’s our list of the top 10.
This Eccentric Roadside Attraction In Piercy Will Leave You Questioning Gravity And Your Sanity
If you think gravity is a law that can’t be broken, Confusion Hill is ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about physics, perception—and possibly your sense of humor. Nestled beneath the towering redwoods of Northern California’s scenic Highway 101, this quirky roadside gem has been delighting curious travelers since 1949 with optical illusions, slanted rooms, and tales of mysterious forces.
This Vintage Car Museum In Sun City Is A Time Machine With Chrome, History,...
Just off California State Route 74, nestled in the quiet warmth of Sun City, you'll find a place where the engines never truly stop humming and the past feels just a clutch shift away. The Motte Historical Museum isn’t your typical roadside pit stop — it’s a beautifully restored barn turned classic car haven and local history archive. Whether you're a gearhead, a nostalgia buff, or just someone who loves a good story, this museum has something for everyone.
