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Voter turnout is super low. Here are some articles you can read if you’re still deciding who to vote for.
BART rescue measure easily clears signature hurdle. Next stop: November ballot.
Voters in five counties will have chance to vote on sales tax measure to prevent BART austerity — or shutdown of transit agency altogether
What’s on now at San Francisco museums, June 2026
Shiota at the Asian Art Museum, the Fauves at SFMOMA and Monet at the de Young. See our guide and reviews here.
News by neighborhood
Government
District 3 Supervisor Danny Sauter wants an S.F. built for new parents
“It was not just a decade ago where you were not allowed to take a stroller onto the bus without folding it up,” Sauter said.
Trouble
Outer Sunset landlord pleads not guilty in alleged ambush killing of Eric Bigone
Philippe Chagniot, a 68-year-old landlord accused of killing his tenant, Eric Bigone in the Outer Sunset, pleaded not guilty Friday to murder, arson, and weapons…
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Elections 2026 ➔
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Arts & Culture
Q&A: How to get to know your unhoused neighbors, and take on City Hall
“Wood Street,” a documentary directed by Caron Creighton, documents the tumultuous final year of the largest homeless encampment in Oakland.
Restaurant Reviews
Restaurant review: Brenda’s Meat & Three, old favorite in Western Addition
Brenda’s Meat and Three has a warm, diner-like ambience, with a giant horseshoe counter dominating the space.
Restaurant review: Side A, just the hits!
The ambience at Side A is cool and lively another real neighborhood spot with some outstanding dishes.
People We Meet
People We Meet: Rafael Quintanar and the taco truck of his dreams
For 30 years, Rafael Quintanar has been selling tacos across from the Hall of Justice. He’s served attorneys, judges and even some politicos.
People We Meet: For Arieann Harrison, eco-activism is in her DNA
Daughter of renowned S.F. environmental activist said she didn’t want to be like her parents. Years on, she’s entered the ring.
Covering the Police
‘Just like Cops:’ 20 women sue S.F. sheriff for alleged mass jail strip search
20 women detained in a San Francisco jail filed a federal class action lawsuit Friday against the city over an alleged mass strip search.
