San Francisco's Office of Labor Standards Enforcement Secures Record $21 Million for Workers' Rights
The San Francisco OLSE secured over $21 million in 2023 for labor rights, providing restitution to more than 14,000 workers through 400 resolved cases.
San Francisco Population Grows, Defies Grim Predictions; California Sees Overall Decline
San Francisco is experiencing population growth post-pandemic, with an increase in residents over a year, countering previous declines and contributing to the city's recovery.
Settlement Ensures Accessibility Upgrades for BART, Bay Area Disabled Commuters to Benefit from Elevator with Escalator Overhauls
BART has reached a settlement to enhance accessibility, which includes renovating 40 elevators, updating escalators, training staff on disability services, and improving cleanliness and communication.
FBI Warns of Swindlers Who Steal the Seasons with Soaring Online Scams in SF
The FBI's San Francisco division warns of a rise in online scams targeting shoppers this holiday season, highlighting the potential for several types of frauds, including non-delivery and investment scams.
San Francisco's Mission District Launches Las Posadas Campaign to Boost Holiday Shopping Local
San Francisco's Mission district has launched the Las Posadas Holiday Shopping campaign to support local businesses and enforce a moratorium on unpermitted street vending to ensure safe and festive shopping.
Jerry Goldstein, LGBTQ+ Activist and Other Half of Pair of Who Created Elaborate Christmas Display, Passes Away
Jerry Goldstein, the LGBTQ+ activist and co-creator of the Tom & Jerry House Christmas display — with its elaborate holiday decorations and enormous tree at 21st and Church Street — has passed away.
Texans Flood into California, as Largest Source of New Residents; CA, NY Still Lowest 'Inmigration'
New census data shows California is among Illinois, Texas, & New York maintaining low "inmigration" rates. Texans & New Yorkers topped sources for new California residents.
Activists Call for Gaza Ceasefire in SF, LA, Chicago & NYC Black Friday Protests
Bay Area youths lead Black Friday protest for Gaza peace that stretched from City Hall to Union Square. Similar protests took place in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and beyond.