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Scott Wiener and Connie Chan both want to rein in AI. They disagree on how to do that.
Even canvassers are learning a new language on how to address voters’ AI questions
Are autonomous vehicles and San Francisco development on a collision course?
It makes sense for robotaxi fleets to be parked close to their customers. But, someday, it’d make sense to put housing on those sites, too.
Your guide to local museums
What’s on now at San Francisco museums, September 2026
Last weekend for the Etruscans at the Legion of Honor and many beautiful objects at Museum of Craft and Design
News by neighborhood
Immigration
Judge extends halt on Gilroy ICE facility, promises full ruling within a week
The pause comes after a lawsuit was filed by California’s attorney general
Trouble
San Francisco Standard and its CEO sued for gender discrimination, harassment
The Standard denies gender played role in decision to fire former employee.
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Elections 2026 ➔
It’s a big election year — check out Mission Local’s coverage of candidates, measures, and the money behind them.
Arts & Culture
Museum of Craft and Design honors exhibit that inspired its existence
The Smithsonian’s 1969 “Objects: USA” is the template for a new show pairing contemporary with original makers.
Restaurant Reviews
Restaurant Review: Sungho Korean Soul Food
Chef Seongho features homey, traditional dishes he remembers from his childhood,.
Restaurant review: Chang’s Kitchen in the Sunset
The free-range chicken wings came beautifully hot and crispy, and stayed so until the very last finger-licking nibble.
People We Meet
People We Meet: A Talent for Mischief, S.F. duo’s genre-bending band
Meet A Talent for Mischief, a local band made up of two music lovers.
People We Meet: Coach Julio Muñoz, the Mission’s tennis guy
Julio Muñoz is a Mission native who has been playing and coaching tennis here for most of his life.
Covering the Police
S.F. sheriff opens up county jails to Discovery Channel treatment
A new episode of 120 Hours Behind Bars gives viewers a dramatized view inside S.F.’s largest jail
