News across Greater San Francisco

Barbara Lee Mourns Gloria Steinem, Remembers a Friendship Rooted in Equality
Steinem became one of the country’s most recognizable advocates for women’s rights, reproductive alternatives and political representation. Lee said one of the most persistent inequities confronting Black women was inadequate access to reproductive healthcare, an issue Lee…

Meet the future of the LA Philharmonic and San Francisco Symphony
As the classical concert season ramps up, two of America's finest orchestras will soon be led by new conductors when Daniel Harding takes over in Los Angeles and Elim Chan leads in San Francisco.

Event Preview: ‘Fashion v. Fascism’ – A Runway Revolution Is Coming to the Bay Area
“Every piece on this runway translates what is happening under fascism into a feeling,” explains Erica Furlong, the FVF creative director. “One designer’s trench coat is covered in pockets stamped ‘TRUTH,’ ‘MEMORY,’ ‘HOPE,’ ‘VOTE,’ ‘FUTURE,’ because that’s literally what gets…

Two Looming Threats Every Alameda County Elder Should Know About
Federal changes enacted under H.R. 1 are bringing new eligibility, reporting, and coverage rules beginning in 2027. Although Californians age 65 and older and people with disabilities are exempt from the new 80-hour-per-month work requirement and will continue with annual rather…

Opinion: A Call for a Community Advisory Board for Data Center Business Development
"As a proactive measure, I propose that the City of Alameda form a community advisory board to set clear policies for data center- and AI-related business development to protect human safety, environmental health, and economic equity," writes Christina Liebner. {Opinion}

Halloween Gone Wild
It's still September, but yard decorations for Halloween are already popping up around Alameda. Gene Kahane talks with the founder of Feathered Outlaw, an AHS alum who is studying costume design, and the winners of the 2025 Most Frightening Haunt contest to see what makes the…

Alameda Businesses Featured at First Chamber Business Expo
The Alameda Chamber and Economic Alliance hosted its inaugural Business Expo and Career Fair, featuring businesses, nonprofits, politicians, and public institutions from around the county. Desmond Bracken chats with Blue Drip Co., Alameda Arts, SpeedPro, and Alameda Enterprises.

SF Ferry, Uber Launch Discount Voucher Program for Seaplane Terminal
Passengers can now receive a discount of up to $2.85 per ride on shared UberX trips between the Seaplane Ferry Terminal and any address within the city boundaries of Alameda. SF Bay Ferry hopes the partnership will improve first- and last-mile connections.

Wilson Makes History, McIntosh Shines in Roots Victory Over Indy Eleven
The Oakland Roots extended their perfect record in their all-time series versus Indy Eleven on Sunday afternoon at Michael A. Carroll Stadium in Indianapolis, leaning on a record-breaking goal from Peter Wilson and a dazzling clean sheet performance from Kendall McIntosh in the…

A Study in Scarlet
At Blue Heron Boathouse. Photo by Scott K. A Study in Scarlet

EPA announces $93.4M plan to rid Heckathorn Superfund site of dangerous chemicals
EPA announces $93.4M plan to rid Heckathorn Superfund site of dangerous chemicals But Richmond residents who've long advocated for a more extensive cleanup say the government's plan is vulnerable to sea level rise and ultimately falls short.

S.F. promised to slow cars on eight Sunset streets. Five years later, only one is done.
Without a network, it is unclear if one street can make a difference to make streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists. S.F. promised to slow cars on eight Sunset streets. Five years later, only one is done.