Vanessa Carr

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Vanessa loves reporting for Mission Loc@l because of the many ways it deepens her connection to the Mission District, which she has called home for the past four years.

Stories

Musical Rooms Leaves Hotel Residents Vulnerable

Women Seek Stability in SROs

Despite the problems that come with shared bathrooms and unpredictable neighbors, some women make residential hotels a home they’re unlikely to leave.

A Life and Death on Shotwell

Frank Peña was murdered in September due to Norteño-on-Norteño gang violence, police say. But the story of his life—and death—shows how difficult escaping one’s past can be.

12.20.09 SMW

Sunny blue skies before the fire struck.

Fire in Apartment on 26th Street Near Mission

A two-alarm fire blazed from a three-story apartment building on 26th and Osage streets at 2:30 p.m. this afternoon.

MISSION NIGHTS: Angels, Karaoke and Lonely Hearts

Just make sure the customers don’t do drugs.

Art Bids at Galería

Artists, collectors and friends crowded the annual art auction Saturday.

From Basta to Hasta la Vista

Lou Dobb’s resignation is a reason for drinking and dancing for Bay Area activists.

11.8.09 Sunday Mission Walk

Cats on shoulders, hats with feathers, lovers on skateboards.

L.A. Recruit Brings New Attitude to Police Force

Tough questions about crime seek results.