Ferry names are here: New S.F. boats pay homage to a beloved film, a...
Chronicle readers cast more than 26,000 votes to name the next five San Francisco Bay Ferry vessels. Here’s what they chose.
Mountain House man charged with illegal possession of ammunition after deadly nightclub shootout
OAKLAND, California - Jarvis Toussaint has been charged with being a felon in possession of ammunition following a deadly shootout in a downtown Oakland nightclub. According to a criminal complaint and court documents filed on May 8, 2026, and now unsealed, 40-year-old Toussaint, of Mountain House, California, is alleg
SF Rents Rocket While New Housing Deals Fall Flat
San Francisco's rental market has hit the gas again this year, with landlords and investors pointing to a sharp rebound in demand. Yet a fresh city analysis, backed by technical advisory work, concludes that even with rising rents, most typical market-rate housing projects still do not "pencil out" under today's constr
Report says Overpaid CEO Tax could eliminate jobs and shrink SF economy
The ink was barely dry on San Francisco’s hard-won 2024 business tax overhaul before business and labor groups started shredding it. Now, with voters set to decide on dueling ballot measures June 2, the city economist is warning that the more aggressive of the two — Proposition D, the Overpaid CEO Tax — could cost San
San Francisco police arrest 5 suspected in dozens of retail thefts
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced the recent arrests of four people suspected in dozens of retail thefts targeting stores and coffee shops around the city.
Pastries with loyal following finally get a dedicated home in S.F.
Saltwater Bakeshop amassed a dedicated following for its sourdough and pastries at farmers markets in the Bay Area. It just opened its first permanent location in San Francisco.
Where Is Chonkers? Pier 39 Fans Uncovered a Sea Lion Imposter
Sea lions are not a rare sighting in San Francisco. Since the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, many have called Pier 39 home. But unlike in other years, one sea lion has made quite a splash for locals and visitors alike. Chonkers the sea lion has taken the internet by storm with both his massive size […]
Bay to Breakers to shut down San Francisco roads all weekend
A guide to street closures during the weekend of SF's annual running holiday.
SF to LA in 3 hours? California explores 140 MPH buses
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is exploring the idea of high-speed buses that could travel up to 140 mph on its freeways, a proposal officials say could one day reshape long-distance travel throughout the Golden State. Under the concept being evaluated, a statewide network of high-speed bus serv
‘Dinos Alive’ immersive dinosaur experience opening in Oakland
A new interactive dinosaur attraction is opening in Oakland, featuring life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, virtual reality experiences and hands-on educational exhibits.
