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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

Three framed portraits made from small colored tiles hang on a white wall, depicting individuals with distinct clothing and accessories.

Ruth Asawa’s granddaughter showcases portraits in S.F.

by Jay A. Martin August 5, 2025, 3:25 pmAugust 8, 2025, 12:51 am

A crowd of protesters holds signs with messages opposing political figures and policies; a child in a USA jacket shouts in the foreground.

Photo archive: ‘No Kings’ march in San Francisco

by Jay A. Martin and Jeanne Marie Hallacy June 21, 2025, 4:00 amJune 21, 2025, 10:29 am

Interior of a large, ornate church with wooden pews, arched ceilings, stained glass windows, and an illuminated altar at the front.

Photos: Mission Dolores Basilica’s stained glass windows

by Jay A. Martin June 1, 2025, 4:00 amJuly 28, 2025, 11:35 am

Two women in a nail salon; one woman sits at a manicure table smiling, the other sits across, playfully sticking out her tongue, with salon supplies and décor visible in the background.

Photos: Ingleside’s Ocean Avenue, then and now

by Jay A. Martin May 3, 2025, 4:00 amMay 6, 2025, 11:30 am

Interior of a grand cathedral with high arches, stained glass windows, and a central labyrinth on the floor. Rows of pews lead to an altar at the far end.

Photos: Quiet spaces inside Grace Cathedral

by Jay A. Martin April 6, 2025, 3:02 amJuly 28, 2025, 11:34 am

Workers on a lift remove a Walgreens sign on a building with a large mural of El Rey Theatre and "PHARMACY" text at the top.

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Walgreens sign decommissioning

by Jay A. Martin March 1, 2025, 6:00 am

A group of performers in colorful dragon costumes participate in a lively celebration, with a crowd watching and capturing the moment.

Photos: Chinese New Year Parade

by Jay A. Martin February 16, 2025, 7:16 pmFebruary 18, 2025, 11:54 am

People walking on a sunny sidewalk, with one elderly woman in the foreground using a cane. Buildings, storefronts, and a van are visible in the background.

Photos: Mission Streets

by Jay A. Martin February 9, 2025, 4:57 amFebruary 16, 2025, 11:49 am

A woman pushing a stroller and a child walk past a large illustrated poster featuring various food items and characters.

San Francisco’s Chinatown in pictures: Young and old

by Jay A. Martin February 2, 2025, 3:15 amFebruary 4, 2025, 12:03 pm

Three men stand in front of a motorcycle and a graffiti-covered wall. One wears a football jersey, another a gray beanie, and the third sunglasses.

Portraits of the Mission District

by Jay A. Martin January 26, 2025, 5:29 amJanuary 26, 2025, 1:07 pm