Business Editor

Kevin Truong

San Francisco officials hope the stepped-up security presence will prevent another embarrassing streak of viral thefts in Union Square. 


Turnover on the city’s police commission comes at a critical time, as the chief is sparring with the district attorney over key investigations.

Some say cops were heavy-handed in arresting 110 at skater event. Others wonder why similar force isn’t shown against drug dealers and thieves. 

San Francisco Walgreens thieves brought a wagon to the store before rushing it to steal items. But cops were waiting for them.

An AI-generated image has won a major photography competition, sparking further debates on emerging art technology.