San Francisco.
consolidated city and county in California, United States
- Reports this week
- 23
- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Lurie is campaigning to consolidate mayoral authority in San Francisco, receiving contributions from figures like Chris Larsen and Michael Moritz.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The Supreme Court is reviewing a case filed by Bianco against Attorney General Rob Bonta in San Francisco.Well supported11 reports
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Investigations into a school district involving Linda McMahon in Palo Alto and San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Sebastian Thrun predicts widespread adoption of autonomous vehicles in Singapore, suggesting AV economics will favor Singapore over San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Federal authorities began targeting immigrants across California.Some support11 reports
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United Airlines is launching a new nonstop flight route connecting Oklahoma City and San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Berkeley, San Francisco, and Alameda County are discussing the use of automated license plate readers and data sharing policies.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Sonoma International Film Festival is held in San Francisco, with local resident Cynthia Abbott focusing on Northern California coast issues.Some support1 report
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Jamie Court advocates against PG&E service delays in San Francisco, prompting a city takeover of grid connections.Some support1 report
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Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Board of Supervisors discussed economic impact and public safety improvements in San Francisco.Well supported7 reports8 developments inside
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The Board of Supervisors and Department of Public Works are involved in street renaming in San Francisco.Some support2 reports
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A political race unfolded in San Francisco between Saikat Chakrabarti, who was a former aide to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Connie Chan, with Scott Wiener also involved as a major opponent.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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High-end dining scene highlights how chefs are integrating local produce and cultural trends into their high-end establishments across various locations.Some support3 reports7 developments inside
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AI tenants are driving office demand in New York, while Texas and San Francisco see massive investment in data centers and real estate.Some support1 report9 developments inside
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Mott, CEO of On Ice Rinks, is associated with Union Square in San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Pacific Steel Group is building a new steel mill in Mojave, near San Francisco, as tariffs erode reliance on imports.Well supported3 reports
Earlier this month
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A lawsuit was filed in San Francisco against Los Angeles on October 19, 2026.Some support1 report
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SFUSD is establishing new educational programs in San Francisco.Some support1 report1 development inside
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T1 Energy acquired patents from a Singapore-based company and signed a module supply agreement, while planning US supply chain exploration.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Rework, founded by Singaporean siblings, has established its operational base in San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Coalition organized protests in the Bay Area, while Republicans criticized the demonstrations and Adam Sheehan spoke at a rally.Some support1 report
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Singapore Airlines operates a flight from San Francisco to Singapore.Some support1 report
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Kris Bryant signed a contract with the Rockies and was subsequently traded to the San Francisco Giants.Some support1 report
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Bay Area cities are spared from a ban and are tracking campaign spending nationwide.Some support2 reports
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Alameda County invested $17.8 million to renovate the San Lorenzo Theater in San Francisco.Some support2 reports
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An El Segundo developer partnered with Rohnert Park for a new development project, backed by a San Francisco-based company.Some support1 report
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Both Seattle and San Francisco are peer regions with similar inflation rates.Some support1 report
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Cities are using ranked ballots to prevent vote splitting.Some support1 report
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Doss introduced products in San Francisco on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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A doggy daycare business and United Policyholders operate in the San Francisco/Greenbrae region.Some support1 report
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Emily McDonnell received a lifetime achievement award at the Palace Hotel in Oakland, featuring a wine auction and Philip Claypool's performance.Some support1 report
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Sarah Nathan worked with The Hatchery in Chicago, highlighting that both Chicago and San Francisco host business incubators.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Gavin Newsom signed housing bills in San Francisco on October 12, 2026.Some support1 report
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California's high-speed rail project is underway, connecting Los Angeles and San Francisco, with Gavin Newsom focusing on the Central Valley segment.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Gusto, a company, is based in San Francisco.Some support1 report
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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is seeking partnerships with the FBI.Some support1 report
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Jiaxin He analyzed US manufacturing job growth as AI companies expand office space in San Francisco and New York.Some support1 report
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Sutherland, a constitutional lawyer, is involved in events in San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Samoan communities celebrated cultural events in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Honolulu on October 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie had a call with Donald Trump, while Bruce Wolfe attended a commission meeting in the city on July 10th.Some support4 reports
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Sister Roma led a blessing ceremony in San Francisco, highlighting the Horizons Foundation's support for the LGBTQ nonprofit ecosystem.Some support1 report
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Air District proposes a mandate affecting Solano County, which is impacting the San Francisco real estate market.Some support1 report
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High salaries within the AI industry are contributing to rising rental costs in San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Intellectus Partners maintains physical offices in San Francisco, North Carolina, and New Jersey.Some support1 report
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A comparative study ranks various mid-sized cities in California on apartment size, noting trends from decline in San Francisco to growth in others.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Charm Industrial is a company based in San Francisco with an R&D operation located in Colorado.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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James Lick and Nathaniel Philbrick discuss San Francisco's early development, noting the introduction of Peruvian chocolate and Chilean beef jerky.Some support2 reports
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Analyzed fee systems in major growth areas involving San Diego, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and RAND Corporation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Ride-hailing companies, including Lyft and Uber, are facing lawsuits from drivers, while Lyft expands services into Los Angeles and settles cases involving San Francisco city officials.Some support1 report
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Artist Saype showcased his painted artwork in three locations: Champ de Mars, Rio de Janeiro, and San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Bernie Sanders is leading a political rally tour, starting in San Francisco and culminating in Los Angeles.Some support2 reports
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Lee Jae Myung met with a community in San Francisco and stated his goal to improve voting access in China.Some support1 report
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Chronicle reports on San Francisco tax proposals, including commercial foreclosure tax, involving Mayor Daniel Lurie.Well supported4 reports3 developments inside
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Oakland, Larkspur, and San Francisco are involved in discussions regarding the potential implementation of a vacant property tax, drawing lessons from past tax experiences and successful models.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A collection of personal anecdotes involving San Rafael, San Francisco, Tribeca, Los Altos, and New York City.Some support2 reports1 development inside
One to three months ago
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Ranked-choice voting system is in place for District 8 in San Francisco.Some support1 report
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Coldwell Banker reports on home price increases in Alameda County and San Francisco.Some support2 reports
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CalMatters is covering local election issues in San Francisco, where Lurie is supporting ballot measures to change the city charter.Some support1 report
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Lurie and the Department of Public Works conducted proactive sidewalk cleaning in San Francisco, while Fielder made an announcement via Instagram.Some support1 report
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Portland policy mirrors deprioritization measures.Some support1 report
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What's reaching San Francisco
Events traced to San Francisco, step by step, newest first- Oakland's new arts center may draw talent from San FranciscoOakland's new arts center may draw creative talent away from San FranciscoPossible
- Entrepreneurs may avoid San Francisco due to wealth tax fearsPotential talent loss as entrepreneurs avoid California's political climatePossible
- AC Transit cuts may disrupt weekend commuter access to San FranciscoAC Transit cuts may disrupt weekend commuter access to San FranciscoPossible
- San Francisco tightens rules on Flock camera data useSan Francisco imposes new limits on ALPR data access despite supporting surveillanceReported
Explainers that pass through San Francisco
San Francisco is a step on the way to someone elseAround San Francisco this week
News at the entities that move San Francisco most-
Daniel Lurie StructuralDaniel Lurie endorsed Kim's campaign and London Breed appointed Kim to a board.Moves San Francisco
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board of supervisors StructuralCadiz and local county officials approved a joint powers agreement for a pipeline project near Amboy.Moves San Francisco
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Gavin Newsom StructuralGovernor Newsom signed a bill into law following passage by the California State Senate.Moves San Francisco
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OpenAI OperationalMajor tech companies, including Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, and Google, are rapidly building hyperscale data centers.Moves San Francisco
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Tesla OperationalTenev discussed Donald Trump's personal assets, citing Robinhood, Tesla, and Google as examples of successful investments.Moves San Francisco
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Department of Public Works StructuralDPWH is rehabilitating flood control structures in Calumpit.Moves San Francisco
Connections
The 40 strongest of 2,481, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Brooke Jenkins Structural
Brooke Jenkins serves as the elected District Attorney for the city of San Francisco.
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Daniel Lurie Structural
Daniel Lurie serves as the Mayor, defining the governance and policy direction of San Francisco.
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board of supervisors Structural
The Board of Supervisors serves as the formal governing and legislative body for the city of San Francisco.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's administration policies and actions are actively challenged and influenced by the legal and political environment of San Francisco.
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LEW Structural
LEW holds the office of San Francisco Police Chief, a high-ranking executive role within the city's governance structure.
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Department of Public Health Structural
The Department of Public Health is formally integrated into the operational structure of San Francisco's public health system.
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Matt Dorsey Structural
Matt Dorsey holds the official role of Supervisor for District 6 within the city of San Francisco.
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Daniel Lurie Structural
Daniel Lurie holds the office of Mayor in the city of San Francisco.
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Mission District Structural
Mission District is a neighborhood geographically and administratively located within San Francisco.
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municipal council Structural
The municipal council functions as the governing body responsible for local ordinances and management within the geographical boundaries of San Francisco.
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Gavin Newsom Structural
Gavin Newsom held a formal governing role in San Francisco, influencing city policy and operations.
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California Structural
San Francisco is a city within California, subject to its laws and contributing to the state's economic functions.
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Connie Chan Structural
Connie Chan holds a formal supervisory role within the government of San Francisco.
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OpenGov Transactional
OpenGov was awarded a $5.9 million contract by the entity in San Francisco for a permitting system.
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Mercy Structural
Mercy operates under a formal lease agreement for land owned by the City of San Francisco.
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OpenAI Operational
OpenAI's economic activity and presence in San Francisco significantly influence the local real estate market and city revenue streams.
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Tesla Operational
Tesla is actively expanding its services and competing in the market within San Francisco.
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David Chiu Structural
David Chiu serves in official capacities, including City Attorney and Mayor, representing the government of San Francisco.
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San Mateo County Operational
The two neighboring counties share regional economic dynamics, including rising home prices and collaborative efforts on affordable housing goals.
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New York City Operational
The two cities actively compete for residents and market share while also coordinating politically against federal regulations.
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Los Angeles Operational
The cities actively compete in markets, share infrastructure, and engage in mutual legal and economic interactions.
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James Lick Transactional
James Lick purchased plots of land within San Francisco.
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Lurie Structural
Lurie functions as a city official whose political actions are defined by the governance structure of San Francisco.
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Rick Page Structural
Rick Page relocated to San Francisco specifically to access the local job market.
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Berkeley Operational
Berkeley and San Francisco actively compete for businesses and influence each other through regional policy and educational exchange.
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Department of Public Works Structural
The Department of Public Works provides municipal services within the jurisdiction of San Francisco.
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Chicago Operational
The two cities actively compete in market conditions like rent growth and tax incentives while also coordinating on shared policy and regulatory challenges.
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Peru Transactional
Peru historically supplied chocolate products to San Francisco.
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Mark Stewart Shared context
The individual's legal matter is currently situated in the location of the 9th Circuit appeals office in San Francisco.
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London Breed Operational
London Breed's tenure as mayor involved administration efforts focused on the governance and operational status of San Francisco.
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Zillow Shared context
Zillow operates within the high-cost, high-rent market context of San Francisco.
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DarkSky International Structural
DarkSky International achieved certification from San Francisco through a rigorous regulatory approval process.
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San Jose Operational
San Jose and San Francisco actively compete regarding housing targets, market prices, and cost of living.
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Silicon Valley Operational
Silicon Valley's economic activity and tech boom directly influence the housing market and valuations within San Francisco.
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Chile Transactional
Beef jerky was shipped from Chile to San Francisco.
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Naha Operational
Operational link established via the launch of nonstop air service between the two locations.
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Bitdefender Structural
Bitdefender operates from a key security operations center located in San Francisco.
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Singapore Operational
Singapore facilitates company entry into the US market and is viewed as a competitive alternative to San Francisco for economic activities.
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Moon Structural
Moon is currently seeking necessary capital from investors based in the San Francisco ecosystem.
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Vanderbilt Operational
Vanderbilt is actively expanding its academic strategy and presence into the context of San Francisco.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
35 events- Investigations into a school district involving Linda McMahon in Palo Alto and San Francisco.
- Sebastian Thrun predicts widespread adoption of autonomous vehicles in Singapore, suggesting AV economics will favor Singapore over San Francisco.
- Federal authorities began targeting immigrants across California.
- United Airlines is launching a new nonstop flight route connecting Oklahoma City and San Francisco.
- The Sonoma International Film Festival is held in San Francisco, with local resident Cynthia Abbott focusing on Northern California coast issues.
- Jamie Court advocates against PG&E service delays in San Francisco, prompting a city takeover of grid connections.
- The Board of Supervisors and Department of Public Works are involved in street renaming in San Francisco.
- Mott, CEO of On Ice Rinks, is associated with Union Square in San Francisco.
- A lawsuit was filed in San Francisco against Los Angeles on October 19, 2026.
- Rework, founded by Singaporean siblings, has established its operational base in San Francisco.
- Coalition organized protests in the Bay Area, while Republicans criticized the demonstrations and Adam Sheehan spoke at a rally.
- Singapore Airlines operates a flight from San Francisco to Singapore.
- Kris Bryant signed a contract with the Rockies and was subsequently traded to the San Francisco Giants.
- Bay Area cities are spared from a ban and are tracking campaign spending nationwide.
- Alameda County invested $17.8 million to renovate the San Lorenzo Theater in San Francisco.
- An El Segundo developer partnered with Rohnert Park for a new development project, backed by a San Francisco-based company.
- Both Seattle and San Francisco are peer regions with similar inflation rates.
- Cities are using ranked ballots to prevent vote splitting.
- Doss introduced products in San Francisco on October 14, 2026.
- A doggy daycare business and United Policyholders operate in the San Francisco/Greenbrae region.
- Emily McDonnell received a lifetime achievement award at the Palace Hotel in Oakland, featuring a wine auction and Philip Claypool's performance.
- Gavin Newsom signed housing bills in San Francisco on October 12, 2026.
- Gusto, a company, is based in San Francisco.
- San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is seeking partnerships with the FBI.
- Jiaxin He analyzed US manufacturing job growth as AI companies expand office space in San Francisco and New York.
- Sutherland, a constitutional lawyer, is involved in events in San Francisco.
- Samoan communities celebrated cultural events in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Honolulu on October 9, 2026.
- Sister Roma led a blessing ceremony in San Francisco, highlighting the Horizons Foundation's support for the LGBTQ nonprofit ecosystem.
- Air District proposes a mandate affecting Solano County, which is impacting the San Francisco real estate market.
- High salaries within the AI industry are contributing to rising rental costs in San Francisco.
- Intellectus Partners maintains physical offices in San Francisco, North Carolina, and New Jersey.
- James Lick and Nathaniel Philbrick discuss San Francisco's early development, noting the introduction of Peruvian chocolate and Chilean beef jerky.
- Ride-hailing companies, including Lyft and Uber, are facing lawsuits from drivers, while Lyft expands services into Los Angeles and settles cases involving San Francisco city officials.
- Artist Saype showcased his painted artwork in three locations: Champ de Mars, Rio de Janeiro, and San Francisco.
- Bernie Sanders is leading a political rally tour, starting in San Francisco and culminating in Los Angeles.
September 2026
10 events- Lurie is campaigning to consolidate mayoral authority in San Francisco, receiving contributions from figures like Chris Larsen and Michael Moritz.
- SFUSD is establishing new educational programs in San Francisco.
- Analyzed fee systems in major growth areas involving San Diego, Palo Alto, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and RAND Corporation.
- Lee Jae Myung met with a community in San Francisco and stated his goal to improve voting access in China.
- A collection of personal anecdotes involving San Rafael, San Francisco, Tribeca, Los Altos, and New York City.
- Ranked-choice voting system is in place for District 8 in San Francisco.
- Coldwell Banker reports on home price increases in Alameda County and San Francisco.
- CalMatters is covering local election issues in San Francisco, where Lurie is supporting ballot measures to change the city charter.
- Lurie and the Department of Public Works conducted proactive sidewalk cleaning in San Francisco, while Fielder made an announcement via Instagram.
- Portland policy mirrors deprioritization measures.
August 2026
4 events- The Supreme Court is reviewing a case filed by Bianco against Attorney General Rob Bonta in San Francisco.
- Pacific Steel Group is building a new steel mill in Mojave, near San Francisco, as tariffs erode reliance on imports.
- T1 Energy acquired patents from a Singapore-based company and signed a module supply agreement, while planning US supply chain exploration.
- California's high-speed rail project is underway, connecting Los Angeles and San Francisco, with Gavin Newsom focusing on the Central Valley segment.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
7 events- Berkeley, San Francisco, and Alameda County are discussing the use of automated license plate readers and data sharing policies.
- High-end dining scene highlights how chefs are integrating local produce and cultural trends into their high-end establishments across various locations.
- Sarah Nathan worked with The Hatchery in Chicago, highlighting that both Chicago and San Francisco host business incubators.
- San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie had a call with Donald Trump, while Bruce Wolfe attended a commission meeting in the city on July 10th.
- A comparative study ranks various mid-sized cities in California on apartment size, noting trends from decline in San Francisco to growth in others.
- Charm Industrial is a company based in San Francisco with an R&D operation located in Colorado.
- Oakland, Larkspur, and San Francisco are involved in discussions regarding the potential implementation of a vacant property tax, drawing lessons from past tax experiences and successful models.
June 2026
4 events- Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Board of Supervisors discussed economic impact and public safety improvements in San Francisco.
- A political race unfolded in San Francisco between Saikat Chakrabarti, who was a former aide to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Connie Chan, with Scott Wiener also involved as a major opponent.
- AI tenants are driving office demand in New York, while Texas and San Francisco see massive investment in data centers and real estate.
- Chronicle reports on San Francisco tax proposals, including commercial foreclosure tax, involving Mayor Daniel Lurie.