Trump Orders Shutdown of San Francisco's Historic Presidio Park Agency
President Trump's executive order targets the dissolution of the Presidio Trust, the federal agency managing San Francisco's 1,500-acre national park. The controversial move faces opposition from state leaders who defend the self-sustaining park's success and statutory protections.
California's Educational Heritage: Uncovering the State's Oldest High Schools
From San Francisco's prestigious Lowell High School to Sacramento's historic charter institution, Northern California houses the state's oldest public high schools. These pioneering establishments, dating back to the 1850s, continue to shape California's academic excellence while maintaining their rich historical legacy.
California's Culinary Excellence: Three Restaurants Make USA Today's Top 10 Best New Eateries List
Three innovative Asian restaurants in California have earned prestigious spots on USA Today's list of America's best new dining establishments. From San Francisco's refined Peking duck to Lake Tahoe's Japanese tasting menus, these venues showcase the state's diverse culinary mastery.
Bay Area Celebrates as Dungeness Crab Season Finally Launches
Northern California's commercial Dungeness crab season has begun after delays to protect migrating whales, bringing fresh catches to eager crowds at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. The opening provides crucial economic relief to local fishing communities, though catches are reported lower than previous years.
San Francisco's Drug Overdose Deaths Drop 23% as City's Treatment Strategy Shows Promise
San Francisco reports a significant decline in drug overdose fatalities, with 174 fewer deaths in 2024 compared to 2023. Enhanced access to medications, expanded treatment infrastructure, and shifting attitudes toward recovery mark a turning point in the city's battle against the opioid crisis.
Rare Winter Tornado Strikes Bay Area Town, Leaving Trail of Destruction
A powerful EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Scotts Valley, California, causing extensive damage and multiple injuries. The rare winter weather event followed San Francisco's first-ever tornado warning, highlighting an unusual meteorological phenomenon in the region.
Historic Alert: San Francisco Issues First-Ever Tornado Warning During Powerful Storm
San Francisco experienced an unprecedented weather event as officials issued the city's first tornado warning during an intense atmospheric river storm. The Level 3 storm brought severe conditions to the Bay Area, causing widespread power outages and marking a significant moment in the city's weather history.
San Francisco's Great Highway Set for Historic Park Transformation
The California Coastal Commission has unanimously approved converting San Francisco's Upper Great Highway into a full-time park and recreational space. The ambitious project, starting in 2025, will transform a two-mile coastal stretch while addressing climate resilience, transportation, and community needs.
California Cities Lead Resistance Against AI-Driven Rent Pricing
San Francisco becomes the first U.S. city to ban algorithmic rent-setting software, with other California municipalities following suit. The pushback comes amid an antitrust lawsuit against RealPage, whose AI platform is accused of artificially inflating rental prices.
SFGATE Launches Ambitious Project to Map California's True Regional Boundaries
SFGATE embarks on a groundbreaking crowdsourcing initiative to create the definitive map of California's regions, aiming to settle long-standing geographic debates. The project seeks local expertise to determine precise boundaries between Northern and Southern California, define the Central Coast, and resolve contentious Bay Area limits.