SF steps up efforts to designate local landmarks amid push for housing

San Francisco is rolling out an accelerated effort to identify and protect historic and cultural sites, even as it updates zoning rules to promote housing construction. City leaders aim to ensure that preserving local landmarks does not stand in the way of addressing urgent housing needs.

SF steps up efforts to designate local landmarks amid push for housing

All Star Cafe shines amid Market St. skyscrapers. But not for long.

All Star Cafe has long served the San Francisco community 24 hours a day, standing out on a rapidly changing Market Street. Now, this popular local fixture faces demolition, closing the chapter on its round-the-clock dining presence.

All Star Cafe shines amid Market St. skyscrapers. But not for long.

Women’s basketball: Gonzaga looks to avoid struggles against new-look San Francisco – Tue, 13 Jan 2026 PST

Gonzaga’s women’s basketball team is determined to avoid the pitfalls that plagued them in last season’s West Coast Conference play. San Francisco, featuring a revamped roster, once again poses a challenge that the Bulldogs are eager to conquer.

Women’s basketball: Gonzaga looks to avoid struggles against new-look San Francisco – Tue, 13 Jan 2026 PST

From ‘doom loop’ to ‘boom loop’: Looking Back at San Francisco in 2025

In 2025, San Francisco began to alter its image from one of decline to a renewed source of optimism. Commonly referred to as the change from “doom loop” to “boom loop,” this shift redefined the city’s trajectory and inspired a fresh outlook on its future.

From ‘doom loop’ to ‘boom loop’: Looking Back at San Francisco in 2025

‘Dreams’ Trailer: Jessica Chastain’s Affair with an Illegal Immigrant Implodes in Michel Franco’s Dangerous Romance

Jessica Chastain steps into the enthralling world of “Dreams,” a San Francisco-set thriller from award-winning director Michel Franco. An illicit love affair takes a perilous turn, as Greenwich Entertainment prepares to release the film in February.

‘Dreams’ Trailer: Jessica Chastain’s Affair with an Illegal Immigrant Implodes in Michel Franco’s Dangerous Romance

Laver Cup Night 2: Taylor Fritz upsets Carlos Alcaraz in San Francisco

Taylor Fritz delivered a stunning upset over world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz at the 2025 Laver Cup in San Francisco. The Saturday night showdown, hyped as the tournament’s most anticipated match, thrilled the jam-packed arena and left fans buzzing about this unexpected result.

Laver Cup Night 2: Taylor Fritz upsets Carlos Alcaraz in San Francisco

Zuni Cafe Busser Saves Dying Customer With CPR During Packed Lunch Rush

Amid the bustle of lunch hour at San Francisco’s Zuni Cafe, a sudden crisis called for urgent intervention. Rodrigo Lopez, a busser at the renowned eatery, performed CPR on a collapsed customer, saving a life and prompting the SFFD to recognize his bravery with a plaque.

Zuni Cafe Busser Saves Dying Customer With CPR During Packed Lunch Rush

S.F. leader overseeing public housing departs, sources say

San Francisco Housing Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Tonia Lediju, has parted ways with the agency. Multiple sources confirm her departure, but specific details surrounding her exit remain unknown.

S.F. leader overseeing public housing departs, sources say

‘Full House’ cast members to reunite in SF at Palace of Fine Arts event

Nearly three decades after the beloved sitcom’s final episode aired, the cast of “Full House” is reuniting at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts, reigniting nostalgia for fans of the iconic show.

‘Full House’ cast members to reunite in SF at Palace of Fine Arts event

San Francisco brings AI tools to 30,000 city employees

In a bold move to cement its role as a global AI leader, San Francisco is deploying Microsoft Copilot to 30,000 city employees. Mayor Daniel Lurie discusses with Kate Rogers how this initiative is transforming the city amid rapidly changing technology.