Lowest Street Tent Counts Since San Francisco Began Such Quarterly Stats, Challenging National Criticism
San Francisco reports the lowest number of tents on streets since 2018, with a 37% decrease last quarter, amidst criticism of untracked finances and unoccupied housing units by the city's homelessness department.
California Sees Population Rise After Years of Decline, with San Francisco and Los Angeles Leading the Way
California's population grew by 67,000 or 0.17% in 2023, per the Department of Finance, marking an uptick after three years of decline. San Francisco's count also rose slightly to 843,071. This growth reverses recent trends of net resident loss.
Silicon Valley Founders Craft "City Campus" Vision for San Francisco Utopia Amid Community Concerns
Tech founders propose a "City Campus" urban project in San Francisco to create a community-centric space aimed at fostering social connections, sparking concerns over gentrification and urban sanitization.
San Francisco Mourns the Passing of Revered Activist and Pastor, Rev. Cecil Williams, at 94
Rev. Cecil Williams, a prominent social activist and spiritual leader, passed away at 94, leaving a legacy of social justice and compassion in San Francisco.
San Francisco Nurses Rally Against AI in Healthcare, Citing Patient Safety Concerns
Nurses at Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco protested against the use of AI in healthcare, while the hospital defended the technology as a support tool for high-quality care.
San Francisco Fire Department Mourns the Unexpected Passing of Esteemed Lt. Stephen Silvestrich
The San Francisco Fire Department announced the death of Lt. Stephen Silvestrich, who passed away at home after his shift. His cause of death is undisclosed.
San Francisco Police Intensify DUI Patrols to Combat Impaired Driving on April 20
The SFPD is conducting a DUI patrol on April 20 to catch impaired drivers, funded by a traffic safety grant. The effort aims to reduce alcohol-related crashes and remind the public of the high costs and legal consequences of drunk driving.
Activists Shut Down Golden Gate Bridge and I-880 in Oakland to Protest U.S. Role in Gaza Conflict
Activists blocked transit routes in Oakland and San Francisco during tax day protests, causing significant traffic delays while demanding an end to U.S. support for actions in Gaza.
Letter From The Publisher: Hoodline's Transition to Hybrid Content
Discover how Hoodline integrates AI tools with traditional reporting to shape the future of local news and investigative journalism. This Letter from the Publisher details Hoodline's journey using AI-assisted journalism to support and expand their team of investigative reporters, in a dual approach that blends innovative technology with skilled human editorial oversight.
San Francisco Bay Area Gears Up for April 8 Solar Eclipse with Multiple Watch Parties
San Francisco Bay Area residents can attend eclipse watch parties on April 8, with partial coverage of the sun. Venues like the Exploratorium, Chabot Space Center, and others will host events with live streams and educational activities.
San Francisco Welcomes Applications for Shirley Chisholm Village, First Affordable Educator Housing Project
San Francisco launches Shirley Chisholm Village, an affordable housing complex for educators, with applications opening for SFUSD staff and later the general public.