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Help the homeless, go to jail: Fremont passes hard-line law criminalizing encampments

The ordinance also threatens to lock up for six months anyone “aiding, abetting, or concealing” violations.

Steph Curry can see the end: ‘You need a little fear of what’s coming’

NBA superstars aren’t known for being rational or reasonable. But his vision is what makes him unique, and it’s leading him clear-eyed toward the finish line.

Lurie will use emergency fentanyl powers to speed crisis center opening

It’s the first look at his plans to use powers he requested from the Board of Supervisors to address the drug crisis.

Not just a pho joint, Viet Quan serves up a dish to rival Four Kings

Among other things, chef Sarah Le makes a killer fried squab — a delicious dupe at almost half the price.

Uber drivers sexually assaulted 24 women, 3 men, lawsuits say

The actions, which allege rape and misconduct, accuse the company of “fraudulently” marketing itself as a safe method of transportation.

Bout time: Alcatraz could get first-ever pro boxing match

Junior welterweight champ Teofimo Lopez could defend his title at the former prison site this summer.

White student sues UCSF Benioff over ‘racially restrictive’ internship

The family of a 15-year-old from Berkeley claims she was denied entry to the program due to her race.

Suspects charged in parklet crash on Super Bowl Sunday

The pair, who were allegedly fleeing the scene of a burglary and led cops on a chase, have a list of outstanding warrants.

Lurie names Biden appointee to lead SF Public Health Department

Daniel Tsai, former director of Medicaid, will take over the city agency, which has a $3 billion annual budget.

Scandal-ridden Dream Keeper program to rebrand, with Lurie’s backing

Black-led nonprofits will get additional city support and oversight under an overhauled program.

No red curb, no ticket: SF walks back ‘daylighting’ parking fines

The SFMTA will not issue citations for vehicles left in unmarked areas.

Nancy Pelosi, once Trump’s biggest foe, fades from the limelight

San Francisco politicos wonder if the congresswoman — who at age 84 has receded from Democratic leadership — will meet the moment.

Owner wants to give away her pet shop, hissing cockroaches included

The Animal Connection in the Sunset is (virtually) free for the right taker.

A $3M dream penthouse in the Tenderloin? It just sold

Despite the “grimy” location, it had a parade of prospective buyers, listing agents say.

The world’s biggest accounting firm is killing its DEI programs 

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Deloitte is also ending the diversity goals it laid out for its workforce and business.

Lyft plans to launch robotaxis in Dallas next year, but analysts are skeptical 

The rideshare company is trying to claw back market share from its main rival, Uber.

Her job is to remove homeless people from SF’s parks. Her methods are extraordinary

Instead of forcing people out of Golden Gate Park, ranger Amanda Barrows helps them find housing.

Tesla discrimination probe killed as Trump axes watchdog agency

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The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs investigated companies for unfair practices — including Elon Musk’s automaker.

What egg shortage? The city’s vegan bakers are finally vindicated

Watching the avian flu crisis play out, a fringe group of pastry chefs are having an I-told-you-so moment.

How to survive this week’s NBA All-Star and Lunar New Year extravaganza

Here are the transit changes and road closures you’ll need to know to get around town.

Jimmy Butler is giving the Warriors ‘the power of free throws’ — and a whole lot more

Gone is the end-of-game tightness. Gone is the over-reliance on Steph Curry’s offense. Butler has made the Warriors more assured and more balanced overall.

How Deebo Samuel’s likely departure changes the 49ers’ wide receiver plans

The potential exit comes after his worst season on the team — a sign that his bulldozing playing style no longer fits the system.

Adam Silver thinks Charles Barkley will be proved wrong about San Francisco

A pre-All Star Game conversation with the NBA commissioner.

The newest drug trash on SF streets? Nitrous oxide canisters

Legal loopholes, TikTok trends, and surging smoke shop sales add up to a resurgence of whippits.

What it’s like to be the Bay Area’s closest thing to Taylor Swift

Since she started performing in tribute band Swifty, Gillian Eichenberger has been swarmed by fans.

Six years, thousands of beers: How one Reddit post became an open-invitation social club

Respond to his online update, and drinks are on him. It’s a tradition that has inspired lasting friendships and built a community.

Aaron Swartz, hero of open-access internet, is immortalized in marble

Hundreds gather Friday at the Internet Archive for the unveiling of a statue honoring the late programmer.

Where will celebrities be eating during All-Star Weekend? Try these 8 restaurants

You may be average-sized and not know how to dribble, but you can still dine like an NBA star.

If you’re not going to pop-ups, you’re missing the most exciting food in SF

Dining at a delicious-today, gone-tomorrow restaurant requires work. But it’s well worth the effort.

The savior of Seal Rock brings an oceanfront classic back to life

Chef Alfred Schilling was once the “chocolate king” of San Francisco. Now, he’s back to give new life to a beloved restaurant.

How Balboa Street (seriously?) became SF’s unlikely arbiter of cool

Natural wine, smashburgers, mustaches, dad hats — a stretch of the Outer Richmond is now the place to eat and drink.

For just $763, you can make a lot sit empty for 5 years!

This old state law lets anyone block a development for next to nothing. San Francisco NIMBYs use it to stop new grocery stores and housing.

Marc Andreessen just wants you to think DeepSeek is a Sputnik moment

An AI race with China will make the investor richer and the world more dangerous.

We can’t let China’s AI destroy jobs. Only our AI can do that!

Our best and brightest have built something incredible: a brand new way to put people out of work.

With wildfires and homelessness raging, it’s time to bring back the shack

ADUs can house people who lost homes to wildfires and create more affordable housing for people all over California. It’s time to build.