Jay A. Martin, Author at Mission Local

A group of people walk on a sandy beach; one person in the foreground carries a large American flag.

Photos: S.F. protesters spell out ‘Abolish ICE’ in human banner on Ocean Beach

by Jay A. Martin January 31, 2026, 1:14 pmFebruary 3, 2026, 1:10 pm

A city street lined with modern glass buildings and high-rises, with cars and light traffic visible during daylight.

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Evening rush hour

by Jay A. Martin January 25, 2026, 6:00 am

A brown dog stands on a sidewalk holding a large orange traffic cone in its mouth, surrounded by people and a bicycle.

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Champ the pit bull

by Jay A. Martin January 18, 2026, 6:00 am

Three women walk outside a building; the woman in front carries a garment bag over her head, while the others hold items including what appear to be flowers and another garment bag.

Photos: Polk, a street that reflects much of San Francisco

by Jay A. Martin January 10, 2026, 4:00 amJanuary 14, 2026, 5:30 pm

Two people sit at a wooden counter with chopsticks and menus, using their phones. The image is in black and white and viewed from above and behind a divider.

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A time to connect

by Jay A. Martin January 9, 2026, 6:00 am

A brown dog wearing a harness and a gray blanket jumps upright on its hind legs on a grassy field with benches and a hill in the background.

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Monty the pit bull

by Jay A. Martin December 10, 2025, 6:00 am

A large cargo ship loaded with shipping containers sails in the background behind a pedestrian bridge crossing over water.

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San Francisco Bay shoreline

by Jay A. Martin December 3, 2025, 6:00 am

A variety of pumpkins and gourds decorate the steps leading to a black door numbered 3900, flanked by white columns and green railings.

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Pumpkins in Fall

by Jay A. Martin November 27, 2025, 6:00 am

A large concrete sculpture sits in front of a tall office building, surrounded by a fence; a person is seated on the ground nearby.

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The Vaillancourt Fountain

by Jay A. Martin November 26, 2025, 6:00 am

Three children wearing sports uniforms compete for the soccer ball on a field in front of a goal net during a game.

Photos: Fall in San Francisco’s parks

by Jay A. Martin November 9, 2025, 4:00 am

A group of people march down a city street holding protest signs advocating for women's rights and reproductive freedom.

Photos: More from San Francisco’s ‘No Kings’ protest

by Jay A. Martin October 20, 2025, 3:46 amOctober 21, 2025, 12:17 pm

Three women walk in front of a city hall building; one carries a garment bag over her head, another holds a bag, and the third carries a bouquet.

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Wedding day is every day at City Hall

by Jay A. Martin September 24, 2025, 6:00 am

Interior of a mosque with patterned tiled walls, stained glass windows, and sunlight casting colorful patterns on the carpeted floor.

Photos: Masjid Darussalam mosque

by Jay A. Martin August 17, 2025, 4:00 amAugust 19, 2025, 10:52 am

Two people embrace on a city sidewalk near a street sign labeled "ULLOA" and a traffic signal, with shops and trees in the background.

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Warm embrace

by Jay A. Martin August 15, 2025, 6:00 am

A grand interior of a historic synagogue featuring ornate gold and red detailing, stained glass windows, a large pipe organ, and a domed blue ceiling.

Photos: Congregation Sherith Israel in San Francisco

by Jay A. Martin August 10, 2025, 4:00 amSeptember 8, 2025, 6:00 pm