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Newsom signs law allowing restaurants to keep surcharges, fees on checks
ALAMEDA, Calif. - Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law on Saturday that keeps surcharges on restaurant and bar checks in the state legal. Senate Bill 1524 will make restaurants exempt from another new state law banning "junk fees." "I understand both sides of the debate, but I just...
San Francisco grocery store temporarily closed due to rodent infestation
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A grocery store in San Francisco’s Castro District was temporarily closed by the city due to a rodent infestation. Mollie Stone’s Castro Market on 18th Street was ordered closed Thursday by the San Francisco Department of Public Health due to a major rodent violation, according to a report that was dated […]
The Bay Area’s Best Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants, According to Locals
The San Francisco Bay Area has some of the finest, most expensive dining in the world. This is home to Chez Panisse, State Bird Provisions, and the legendary French Laundry. But the Bay Area also has some fantastic, inexpensive street food. We’re a diverse region, and the different people who call the Bay Area home bring with them many different cuisines.
Bay Area rapper E-40 to join Biden at rally after debate: report
(KRON) — Bay Area rap star E-40 will be helping President Joe Biden in his attempt to win re-election, according to a report from Axios. E-40 and fellow rapper Fat Joe will reportedly be joining Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at a post-debate rally in Raleigh, NC on Friday. A Biden campaign official said […]
Five Songs for People Who've Been Homeless: The Bay Area's Empathy on Record
This story was originally published in 2016. You might have seen it, tucked into a recent New York Times report: the phrase “clumps of humanity,” referring to San Francisco’s homeless population. Some of those songs are by musicians who’ve been homeless themselves. Nearly all are by artists...
Check, Please! Bay Area Returns for a Four-Course Serving of Back-to-Back Episodes in July!
Ready for a marathon of tasty restaurant recommendations? Check, Please! Bay Area continues its 19th season this July with a delicious twist. Remember to reserve your second-last week of July, because the James Beard and Emmy Award-winning program is serving up a four course menu of all-new back-to-back shows! In each new episode, Monday through Thursday, three Bay Area residents join host Leslie Sbrocco to share their favorite local place to eat, and after checking out each other’s spots, they join Sbrocco to discuss, debate and dish on their dining experiences. The final episode features guests from the Bay FC, San Jose’s new National Women’s Soccer League team, dishing on all their favorite South Bay spots. Don’t miss four new episodes, from Monday, July 22 through Thursday, July 25 at 7:30pm on KQED 9!
‘Chippy': CHP officer adopts kitten he rescued on Highway 1
(KRON) — A California Highway Patrol officer, Ryan Moore, rescued and recently adopted a tiny kitten found running in the middle of the lanes on Highway 1 on June 14. "A motorist saw the scared kitten, and I was called to the scene," Moore said. "At first, I stopped on the left-hand side, but when […]
See How a Home Stager Transformed This SF Home (It Sold for $275k Over Asking Price!)
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. What would cause a Victorian home in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood to sell at more that $275,000 over the asking price? Well, besides the fact that Pacific Heights is an ultra-desirable neighborhood in San Francisco, and real estate bidding wars are still quite common, this particular Victorian home benefited from a stunning update from a professional stager who transformed a living room into a primary bedroom.
Boulevard Restaurant: Award-Winning Dining in San Francisco
Opened in 1993, Boulevard Restaurant has been a culinary landmark in San Francisco for nearly three decades. Located in the historic Audiffred Building on the city’s waterfront, this American restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience that blends classic techniques with modern flair. Under the guidance of renowned chef Nancy Oakes, Boulevard has earned numerous accolades, including the prestigious James Beard Foundation award.
Bumblebee Playspace: Premier Indoor Playground for Kids
Bumblebee Playspace, a premier indoor playground in San Francisco, offers a unique and engaging environment for children aged 0-6 years old. This family-friendly play center focuses on fostering child development through a variety of activities and programs designed specifically for toddlers and preschool-aged children. Key Points. Bumblebee Playspace is a...
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