Sonoma County farmers pushing back against factory-farm ballot measure
Sonoma County is seeing a battle pitting family-owned farms against a ballot measure that would possibly shut down their operations.
SF resident on path to citizenship looks forward to getting to vote
With Election Day just around the corner, new American citizens will have the opportunity to vote for the first time.
San Francisco school closures looming as enrollment continues to decline
Enrollment continues to drop in San Francisco public schools, and parents and students will soon be feeling the impact of closures and budget cuts.
Battle brewing over proposed 9-story condo development in Sausalito
Residents, housing advocates and a developer are battling over a first-of-its kind development in the downtown historic district of Sausalito.
Lack of affordable housing a key issue in 2024 San Francisco mayor's race
The lack of affordable housing in San Francisco is one of the pressing issues that's been at the forefront of debate as residents get ready vote in the Mayoral election this November.
Marin County homeowner aims to reduce wildfire risk with help from local inspectors
With insurance premiums skyrocketing for some Bay Area homeowners and policies being dropped because of high wildfire risks, prevention efforts are ramping up.
San Francisco pedestrians, cyclists lobby to expand ban on right turns at red lights
City officials are mulling over whether to expand the number of no-turn on red intersections across San Francisco.
Looming State Farm Insurance rate hikes have Bay Area homeowners on edge
Condo, renter, and home insurance rates are skyrocketing for many customers across the Bay Area and California, with more increases looming.
New project could revive Santa Cruz wetlands in effort to fight flooding
In recent years, storms have battered the California coast, flooding vulnerable communities, as the threat of sea level rise puts more infrastructure including homes and businesses at risk. A project in Santa Cruz County is trying to address the impact of levee breaches and flooding.
Bay Area startup launches automated kitchen for use in food trucks
A Bay Area startup just launched what it calls the first unmanned robotic mobile kitchen in operation that can cook a full meal while en route for delivery.
Vallejo summer crime spike, police staffing shortage has residents worried
In Vallejo, it's been a summer of violence as residents and business owners are worried about safety, gun violence, and crime.
SoMa business owner outraged over "false alarm" fees charged by city
San Francisco business owners faced with repeated break-ins say "false alarm" fees being assessed by the city when their burglar alarms sound are adding insult to injury.
Bay Area company finding success in the used-EV market, helping consumers
A Bay Area company is finding success in the used EV car market and helping buyers find affordable second-hand vehicles.
SFMTA push for more bike lanes sees resistance in some neighborhoods
The SFMTA has killed plans to install a new bike lane in San Francisco's Chinatown due to the objections of some community members.
Crime, cost of living fuel continued exodus away from big cities
Worries of crime and other quality-of-life issues have led to many families relocating from major cities to more rural, quieter parts of the country. In San Francisco, longtime residents are at an inflection point.