Republic Services and union workers reached a tentative deal after a two-week strike, set to resume Bay Area trash pickup. The strike caused sanitation concerns, prompting negotiations over wages and benefits.

Los Campesinos declined a $60,000 Airbnb ad deal over the company's West Bank listings, with the band voicing support for Palestine and denouncing corporate practices they view as unethical.

San Francisco opens the country's first publicly funded disability cultural center, enhancing inclusivity and community engagement for disabled individuals.

SFUSD Superintendent Dr. Maria Su is leading an initiative to expand Chinese bilingual education in San Francisco, with support from retired expert Liana Szeto and funding from a local benefactor.

Two Berkeley activists armed with superglue just turned grocery shopping into a legal battlefield. Now Trader Joe's is fighting back with restraining orders and the gloves are officially off.

Mayor Daniel Lurie launched the Love Our Neighborhoods program in San Francisco to expedite and lower the cost of community improvement project permits.

According to Mayor Lurie, no city in America has ever done what San Francisco just accomplished. Lurie's AI revolution could transform how 30,000 government workers serve residents while potentially freeing up $405 million worth of time annually.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has extended the First Year Free program to June 30, 2026, supporting small businesses by waiving fees for permits and business registration.

Bay Area sanitation workers continue striking over wages and benefits, leading to trash build-up and public health concerns, while causing divisions among residents and prompting contingency measures.

Cruise is cutting 101 jobs in the Bay Area, as the GM-backed autonomous vehicle company faces market challenges and reevaluates its strategy following an incident where one of its vehicles struck a pedestrian.

San Francisco's streets have fewer homeless tents, with the count dropping to 165. The decline is attributed to street teams aiding those in need, although the metric's efficacy is debated by activists.

SFPD plans a DUI checkpoint on July 5, 2025, to deter impaired driving after Independence Day celebrations, with law enforcement advising against driving under the influence of any substance.

The Bay Area Air District warns against personal fireworks for the Fourth of July, citing environmental impact, health risks, and wildfire dangers, and encourages public displays instead.