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San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

How people in SF's Tenderloin perceive reported progress in drug and homelessness issues

San Francisco's crime rate is declining, but residents in the Tenderloin report ongoing struggles with addiction and homelessness.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 day ago

What San Francisco's AI billboards say about the state of the industry

San Francisco's billboards reflect a booming AI industry focused on practical applications, largely ignoring safety and governance issues.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

'Moderates' helped Bilal Mahmood oust S.F.'s leftiest supe. Now, some say he's too progressive.

Bilal Mahmood's election has led to unexpected progressive stances, causing discontent among his former tech supporters.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

How people in SF's Tenderloin perceive reported progress in drug and homelessness issues

San Francisco's crime rate is declining, but residents in the Tenderloin report ongoing struggles with addiction and homelessness.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

A guide to Oakland's historic homes

Spanish settlers moved to the East Bay starting in 1776 to take land that had been home to indigenous people for thousands of years, and made it into fiefdoms of various dons like the Peraltas.
East Bay (California)
#oakland
fromKqed
3 days ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland Passes Controversial Policy Easing Restrictions on Encampment Sweeps | KQED

East Bay food
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Meet the soul-food chef singing the praises of Oakland, top food city

Michele McQueen is a pioneering chef promoting Oakland as a viable restaurant city while celebrating its rich culinary culture.
East Bay real estate
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Oakland, CA: Prices Fall

Oakland's housing market is competitive with fewer listings, fast sales, and stable prices despite a slight dip.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
3 days ago

Oakland Passes Controversial Policy Easing Restrictions on Encampment Sweeps | KQED

Oakland City Council enacted a new encampment policy allowing immediate removal of tents and towing of RVs occupied by unhoused residents.
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
23 hours ago

I visited a members-only tech hub to see the biohacking tricks Silicon Valley founders swear by. It wasn't what I expected.

Biohack Miami's wellness event in San Francisco showcased practical biohacking tips focused on immediate well-being rather than solely on longevity.
fromArtnet News
23 hours ago

What Not to Miss at the San Francisco Art Fair

"I love the range in this booth, from large-scale ceramic totems to more intimate neon paintings. I'm always impressed by the artists Freeburg represents and the clarity of her program's mission."
Arts
#earth-day
Portland food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Earth Day Fest: Animals, Demos & Food Trucks (East Bay)

Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 at Pleasant Hill City Hall with activities, demonstrations, and food trucks.
Portland food
fromwww.7x7.com
1 day ago

30 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.20.26)

Earth Day celebrations include sustainable fashion events, cleanups, special menus, and various festivals throughout the week.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

20 Years of Maker Faire (Sunday Assembly East Bay)

Maker Faire, founded by Dale Dougherty, has become a beloved event celebrating creativity and innovation in the Bay Area since 2006.
#nyc-tech
fromAlleyWatch
11 hours ago
Venture

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/12/26 - 4/18/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Chapter, Artemis, and Bluefish.
fromAlleywatch
5 days ago
NYC startup

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
11 hours ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/12/26 - 4/18/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Chapter, Artemis, and Bluefish.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
5 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
NYC music
fromKqed
2 days ago

How Tuesday and Her Daughters Made West Oakland's New Viral Anthem | KQED

A viral anthem from West Oakland has gained recognition and led to performances at major events, celebrating local culture and artists.
#ai
Startup companies
fromFortune
21 hours ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
Startup companies
fromFortune
21 hours ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
#music-venues
Music
fromKqed
1 day ago

Long Live The Pound: The Forgotten 2000s Venue That Changed the Bay Area | KQED

The Pound venue thrived due to its isolation, allowing loud music and all-ages shows, but faced challenges as bands moved to larger venues.
Music
fromKqed
1 day ago

Long Live The Pound: The Forgotten 2000s Venue That Changed the Bay Area | KQED

The Pound venue thrived due to its isolation, allowing loud music and all-ages shows, but faced challenges as bands moved to larger venues.
Skiing
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

New Mural at Oakland Ice Center Pays Tribute to Skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi

Julie Engelmann created a 100-foot mural in Oakland honoring Olympic skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi, reflecting local pride and artistic talent.
Productivity
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Should you attend a conference if you're not speaking?

Attending a conference without a speaking role can be beneficial depending on personal goals, networking opportunities, and learning experiences.
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Palo Alto's safe parking program can't find case managers - San Jose Spotlight

The safe parking site in Palo Alto struggles with long-term stays due to housing challenges, with average residency around 450 days.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Classrooms are getting too hot. OUSD finally has a plan to cool them

The overall facilities approach to shift towards more active cooling is going to take a significant amount of time and a significant amount of dollars.
Education
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Downtown San Mateo Boba Day

Join us on April 26th from noon to 3pm for boba specials, giveaways, and special treats at your favorite Downtown San Mateo boba shops and retailers.
SOMA, SF
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free "Art Chalk Party" at Haight/Stanyan (Golden Gate Park)

Join us on Sunday, April 19th, at the entrance of Golden Gate Park at Haight and Stanyan to chalk messages of Love, Hope, and Compassion.
NYC LGBT
History
fromCraftBeer.com
2 weeks ago

Slovene Immigrants & The Rise of San Francisco Beer

West Coast immigrant stories, particularly in San Francisco, reveal how beer factories transformed lives during the early 20th century.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, April 17-19

This weekend features concerts, a new series, and a light turkey meatball recipe, catering to diverse entertainment and culinary interests.
Berlin music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Transcendence Surrounds

PWC concert features Freida Abtan's opera 'The sound of grief' with multimedia elements and performances of Holst and Biggs.
San Francisco Giants
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Crocker Amazon turf war moves on to the Supes

The Recreation and Park Commission recommended accepting a $28-million grant for Crocker Amazon Park's renovation, despite public opposition to certain plans.
Science
fromKqed
3 days ago

Pleasanton Innovation Fair Brings Robots, Drones, Electric Buses and More This Weekend | KQED

The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair showcases science and technology through interactive exhibits and hands-on experiments for families and young people.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Man accused of attack on Sam Altman's SF home was in crisis, parents say

A 20-year-old man faces federal charges after attacking OpenAI's headquarters, with his family citing a mental health crisis.
Boston food
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Beloved Walnut Creek sports bar finds new home in vintage downtown building

Massés Sports Bar & Grill is relocating to a new downtown Walnut Creek location after closing its previous site.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Taste of North Berkeley: 30+ Food & Drink Tastings

North Berkeley hosts a culinary event featuring over 30 local businesses with diverse tastings and beverages on May 13, 2026.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Walnut Creek's Locust Street Festival 2026

Two vibrant street festivals will take place in downtown Walnut Creek on July 8 and August 5, 2026.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

4/20 at Hippie Hill Is Still Canceled, But a Lot of People Will Probably Show Up Anyway, Per Usual

The event, which for many years was an unsanctioned gathering, once drew roughly 20,000 people at its peak after the city took it over in 2017, but the sanctioned version has been on pause since 2023.
San Francisco
Silicon Valley
fromMission Local
2 days ago

AI boom is city's weirdest tech boom, says S.F.'s chief economist

The AI boom in San Francisco significantly differs from previous tech booms, impacting jobs and office space occupancy.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

Berkeley raises bar to landmark buildings, over objections from preservationists

Berkeley City Council increased petition signature requirements for landmark status, raising concerns about citizen participation and development delays.
Silicon Valley food
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Mission Buzz: New murals coming to Wiese, pop-ups join forces and El Faro for sale

Two local pop-ups, Fat Cat and Claws of Mantis, are opening a brick-and-mortar location together after successful collaborations.
Arts
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

A Berkeley couple's collection of women artists showing at BAMPFA

Penny Cooper and Rena Rosenwasser have created a significant art collection focused on women artists, now exhibited at BAMPFA.
fromFuncheap
22 hours ago

"The Ayo Brame Experience" Live (Oakland)

Ayo Brame has dedicated countless hours to perfecting his craft, performing alongside his mentor, Kev Choce, and is currently a freshman studying jazz at The New School of Music in Manhattan.
East Bay (California)
Portland food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Walnut Creek's Locust Street Festival 2026

Two vibrant street festivals will take place in downtown Walnut Creek on July 8 and August 5, 2026, featuring free entry and various activities.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Don't you dare cut our city internships, say S.F. teens

Proposed budget cuts threaten the YouthWorks internship program, reducing opportunities for high school students from 400 to 80 internships annually.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Tired of frivolous' landmark attempts, Berkeley council members want to raise bar for petitions

Berkeley City Council is considering raising the petition signature threshold for landmark designation to address concerns over blocking housing development.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

What Comes After

What Comes After is a choral event exploring themes of resilience and transformation through music and dialogue.
East Bay food
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Oakland's Two Pitchers Brewing Co. is bringing its $3 beer to SF

Two Pitchers Brewing Co. is expanding to San Francisco, maintaining its $3 beer pricing and collaborating with a local burger pop-up.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Skyline High School excels at sending students to U.C. colleges

"Judging schools by raw admission rates alone can be misleading. Schools that enroll larger shares of students from high-income families and fewer students with disabilities, for example, tend to send more students to UC campuses regardless of school quality."
East Bay (California)
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Free Oakland "Beltane Magical Marketplace" May Day Festival (2026)

Beltane Magical Marketplace on May 3, 2026, offers a free community event celebrating creativity, healing, and magical practices in Oakland.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Oakland's "The Lake Show" 420 Poetry, Rappers + DJ Picnic (Lake Merritt)

The Lake Show is a free outdoor open mic picnic at Lake Merritt featuring local artists, food trucks, and a relaxed atmosphere.
#east-bay
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago
East Bay (California)

New smoothie spot on Park Blvd; Tay Ho open despite break-in

Nosh provides updates on restaurant openings and closings in the East Bay food scene.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

New smoothie spot on Park Blvd; Tay Ho open despite break-in

Nosh reports on East Bay restaurant openings and closings, highlighting a new smoothie spot and the resilience of Tay Ho after a burglary attempt.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

New smoothie spot on Park Blvd; Tay Ho open despite break-in

Nosh reports on East Bay restaurant openings and closings, highlighting a new smoothie spot and the resilience of Tay Ho after a burglary attempt.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

2nd Friday Art Walk | Oakland & Alameda

The Second Friday Artwalk promotes local art and culture in the Alameda/Jingletown arts districts by opening galleries and businesses from 6-9 PM.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Remembering Carl Anthony, architect who brought racial equity analysis to environmental movement

Carl Cokine Anthony redefined the relationship between racial equity, regionalism, and the environment, establishing a foundation for future environmental justice initiatives.
East Bay (California)
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

A new Oakland restaurant is boldly focused on just one ingredient

Jake Stolz transitioned from the cannabis industry to open Fungi Foods, a mushroom-centric restaurant in Oakland, after discovering a passion for mushrooms.
East Bay (California)
from48 hills
1 week ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
Startup companies
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

Tips for entrepreneurs working solo

Solopreneurs can grow side hustles into sustainable businesses by identifying market needs, planning, building a customer base, and managing savings and finance.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Building entrepreneurs and revitalizing East Bay downtown districts

A farm-raised, blue-collar entrepreneur revitalizes downtown districts, prioritizes service industries as recession-proof, and builds businesses across real estate, consulting, and venture capital.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Culture Makers: Keeping Oakland's literary scene strong

The Oaklandside hosts Culture Makers live event on March 19 featuring Oakland authors Jasmine Guillory and Carolina Ixta, plus publisher J.K. Fowler discussing creative work and community.
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