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Annie Gaus

‘Tone at the top’ led to fraud, bribes at Department of Building Inspection, report finds

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Systemic flaws in DBI’s permitting and inspection process, coupled with misconduct by former director Tom Hui, created a culture of corruption at the department, a city report says.

Senior Investigations Reporter

Michael Barba

Mayor’s secret resignation letters ‘inconsistent’ with SF law, city attorney finds

The legal memo by the city’s chief counsel also said the undated letters undermine the independence of city oversight bodies.

Jury finds homeless man not guilty in beating of ex-San Francisco official

Jurors in the trial of Garret Doty were asked to decide whether he attacked Don Carmignani in an act of self-defense or revenge.

Politics Reporter

Han Li

Richmond voters have crime on their minds. That’s a big problem for Connie Chan

Facing a tough reelection campaign, Connie Chan is pushing back against opponent Marjan Philhour’s allegations that she’s soft on crime.

San Francisco corruption: Jury finds Harlan Kelly guilty of fraud charges

Harlan Kelly faced numerous counts in connection with two schemes, one involving benefits he received from a contractor.


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‘Tone at the top’ led to fraud, bribes at Department of Building Inspection, report finds

Mayor’s secret resignation letters ‘inconsistent’ with SF law, city attorney finds

Jury finds homeless man not guilty in beating of ex-San Francisco official

Richmond voters have crime on their minds. That’s a big problem for Connie Chan

San Francisco corruption: Jury finds Harlan Kelly guilty of fraud charges