Today from Mission Local

Good afternoon!

Really? There’s a March for Billionaires? Joe Rivano Barros looks into the groups agitating against the “asset seizure” they fear from a proposed state ballot measure that would levy a one-time tax on billionaires.

Upgrades to the Southeast Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Bayview have made its constant “nasty” smell better, say residents. Sophia Rerucha looks at ongoing problems with pollution in the neighborhood.

For back story, see Marina Newman‘s piece on the city’s new health clinic in Bayview-Hunters Point, whichโ€”after decades of concern by residentsโ€” will test for exposure to chemical and airborne pollution.

And check out this nice piece on the S.F. garbage truck driver who’s a finalist for a national award.

More soon,

Sara

P.S. Hey, ArtSpan has just opened the Call for Art for its next exhibition,ย to be hosted at the Mission Bowling Club. You can submit work here.


Latest News

A blue graphic announces "March for Billionaires" with event details for February 7, 2026, in San Francisco, CA, and buttons to join or learn more.

โ€˜March for Billionairesโ€™ planned in San Francisco. Is it satire?

“Itโ€™s time to take a bold stand in defense of Americaโ€™s oft-maligned billionaire class.”

Could this S.F. garbage truck driver be the nationโ€™s best?

“The thing about garbage men is, we know where all the restaurants and cafรฉs are.”


Back Story

A modern two-story building with large glass windows and illuminated interior lights, photographed at dusk.

S.F. finally opened a health clinic to tackle pollution in Bayview-Hunters Point

“Residents have had to fight to prove we are sick for decades.”

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SNAP

A mural of a baby dressed as a police officer holding a toy camera and a handgun is painted on the side of a building.
Baby cop
By Cathy Tran


Events

Today: The Pakistani Table: Spices, at 18 Reasons, February 2, 6-9:30 PM

Tomorrow: Heidi Evelyn’s Savoy Sweethearts at the Woodchopper’s Ball, Verdi Club, February 3, 9-11:30 PM


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