San Francisco

Why do San Francisco homes go vacant?

It’s complicated.

City considers eviction protection for non-rent-controlled homes

Reported spike in evictions prompts local lawmaker to seek expansion of AB 1482.

Ride this turkey-shaped bike route through SF this Thanksgiving

An adorable but grueling post-holiday ride to burn off those extra calories across 50 miles of bird-shaped San Francisco hill pedaling.

SF housing becoming more affordable, say realtors

Are they thinking of the same San Francisco?

SF may tax empty storefronts

Voters will decide whether to charge up to $1,000 per foot for long retail vacancies.

Mayor Breed refuses to sign law raising construction fees

"I remain concerned that this legislation, while well intended, will not produce the revenue it promises for affordable housing."

Bay Area leads the nation in million-dollar homes

A race not worth winning?

Oakland and San Jose have some of country’s happiest renters

But San Francisco didn’t even crack the top ten.

San Francisco voters back $600 million for affordable housing

Proposition A deepens SF’s pockets.

Bernard Maybeck’s Erlanger House in Forest Hill asks $4.25M

Built in 1916.

Everything you need to know about voting in SF

A handy guide telling you where to vote come Election Day.

Here’s how much more new renters pay in the Bay Area

SF has some of the lowest rents in the region, but some of the highest mark-ups on new rental housing.

There’s a 72 percent chance of a major Bay Area quake by 2043

Treat every quake as if it’s the big one.

Here’s what you’ll need for an earthquake preparedness kit

Experts recommend people be self-sufficient for at least three days following a major quake.

Earthquake map reveals liquefaction risks in Bay Area neighborhoods

Portions of the Mission, the Castro, and the Haight among areas of high risk during major shaker.

Trump administration slaps SF with violation over sewers

The mayor denies charge that city dumps raw sewage into the ocean.

Federal judge says safe injection sites are legal

Philadelphia ruling bolsters SF plans to aid homeless addicts and cut down on needle waste.

The 19 Bay Area cities with higher rents than SF

Sunnyvale took the unenviable number-one spot in 2018.

Where to see fall foliage in the Bay Area

While we’ll never be as showy as New England, we do have a handful of spots to see fall unfold.

Trump threatens SF with sanctions over homelessness

"We can’t have our cities going to hell," said the president following his trip to Silicon Valley for a fundraiser.

City offers PG&E $2.5 billion infrastructure buyout

Mayor London Breed wants to push for independence from utility company.

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Renting in San Francisco: What happens when my roommate leaves?

Much of what happens when a roomie plans to leave is the landlord's prerogative.

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SF rent laws your landlord probably doesn't want you to know

From living in an illegal unit to possible reductions in rent, here’s what you should know about renting in the city.

What to see and do in San Francisco this Labor Day weekend

From beaches to barbecues, here’s how to spend the weekend.

Warning: SFO’s most important runway about to close

"Expect delays and cancellations."

Here’s every study of every terrible thing Lyft and Uber do to SF traffic

Buckle up.

PG&E warns of week-long power shutoffs in SF

Bankrupt firestarter power company warns it will be more aggressive with shutdowns to prevent future wildfires, even in cities at little risk

Recycling centers across Bay Area shut down

State’s largest company announces closure, shutters 11 local sites.