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Pro-Park Campaign Outraises Opponents Seven-to-One in San Francisco's Great Highway Debate

Pro-Park Campaign Outraises Opponents Seven-to-One in San Francisco's Great Highway Debate

Supporters of the Sunset Dunes park, campaigning against Proposition G which aims to reopen the Great Highway to vehicular traffic, have significantly out-raised their opponents. According to recent campaign finance filings for 2026, the 'No on G' campaign has accumulated $279,500. A substantial portion of these funds, $200,000, came from a single donor, Laura Yakovenko, wife of Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko, in August. Other notable contributions to the 'No on G' campaign include $25,000 each from Miami-based investor Donald J. Edwards, Yelp CEO Jeremy Stoppelman, and the nonprofit Friends of Sunset Dunes. In contrast, the 'Yes on G' campaign, advocating for reopening the road, has raised approximately $38,000, primarily through smaller individual donations. While the 'No on G' campaign director, Lucas Lux, stated they have received donations from 216 people since July 23 with a median contribution of $50, the 'Yes on G' campaign spokesperson, Jamie Hughes, highlighted their grassroots support from ...
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San Francisco Supervisor Candidate Shawn Richard Calls for Redirect of $500,000 PAC Donation to Community

San Francisco Supervisor Candidate Shawn Richard Calls for Redirect of $500,000 PAC Donation to Community

District 10 Supervisor candidate Shawn Richard has publicly urged an independent political action committee (PAC) supporting his rival, Theo Ellington, to reallocate a significant $500,000 donation. The contribution, made by cryptocurrency billionaire Chris Larsen, executive chairman of Ripple Labs and a prominent financial backer of Mayor Daniel Lurie, was intended for the PAC named 'From the Neighborhood, For the City, Supporting Theo Ellington for Supervisor 2026.' Richard is advocating for this half-million-dollar sum to be directed instead to Bayview-Hunters Point churches and community groups. His proposal suggests the funds be used to purchase groceries and essential household supplies for families in need within the community. This donation is notable as the San Francisco Chronicle has described it as one of the largest ever made to a single supervisor candidate in the city's history. The PAC itself was established just two weeks prior to Larsen's contribution becoming public. While individual cont...
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Representative Mark DeSaulnier Questions Accelerated Closure of San Francisco Immigration Court

Representative Mark DeSaulnier Questions Accelerated Closure of San Francisco Immigration Court

Representative Mark DeSaulnier (D-Calif.), whose district includes Concord, wrote to the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) director in March 2026. He demanded an explanation for the accelerated closure of the San Francisco immigration court. The initial timeline for the closure, announced in January 2026, pointed to January 2027, with staff expected to begin relocating to Concord in the summer. However, between April and May 2026, this timeline was sharply accelerated, with hearings on Montgomery Street ending in May and only document filing remaining. On May 1, EOIR published a notice stating the court would close on September 4, 2026, four months ahead of the original schedule. Representative DeSaulnier's letter specifically questioned whether the Concord Immigration Court could handle the increased workload and if there were plans for building expansion and judicial hiring to accommodate the influx of cases. According to the representative, he never received a response to his inquiry.
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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie Overhauls Homelessness Contracts, Tying Funding to Outcomes

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie Overhauls Homelessness Contracts, Tying Funding to Outcomes

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has announced a significant overhaul of the city's homelessness services contracts, totaling over $500 million. The new initiative, led by the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, will re-award contracts until May 2029, with funding explicitly tied to specific outcomes and performance expectations. This move aims to introduce greater accountability into the city's response system for homelessness. Mayor Lurie's administration is focusing on ensuring that the substantial financial investment in homelessness services yields measurable results, shifting from a process-oriented approach to one that prioritizes tangible improvements in addressing the crisis. This change reflects a broader strategy to reform city practices and enhance efficiency in public services.
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Mountain Lion Spotted in San Francisco's Panhandle Park Departs on its Own

Mountain Lion Spotted in San Francisco's Panhandle Park Departs on its Own

A mountain lion that was spotted in San Francisco's Panhandle park on Saturday night has left the area on its own. The animal was initially seen climbing a tree near Fell and Baker streets. San Francisco Animal Care and Control (ACC) received the first report on Saturday morning. Throughout the day, rangers from the Recreation and Park Department and ACC, along with wildlife wardens, monitored the animal. By 9 p.m., an alert was issued to residents to stay clear of the park. Officers used a drone and flashlights to track the lion overnight. By Sunday morning, the scene was quiet, and the roads had reopened, with officials confirming the lion had departed peacefully, describing it as a 'best case scenario.'
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Authorities Investigate Multiple Mountain Lion Sightings in San Francisco

Authorities Investigate Multiple Mountain Lion Sightings in San Francisco

Authorities in San Francisco are investigating multiple possible mountain lion sightings, following an initial report near Fell and Baker on Saturday night. This incident prompted a significant response from Animal Care and Control and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. While officials from Fish and Wildlife did not visually confirm a mountain lion on Saturday, they monitored the area. On Sunday, Animal Care and Control initially stated the threat appeared over and believed the animal had left the area. However, later that day, an unconfirmed sighting was reported near 44th and Fulton at 3 p.m. Peter Tira of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife noted that mountain lions typically travel from the Peninsula, where there is a healthy population, and can move through natural habitats like the Panhandle, which connects to Golden Gate Park and extends towards the coast.
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San Francisco Expands Public Playgrounds with New Additions and Ongoing Development

San Francisco Expands Public Playgrounds with New Additions and Ongoing Development

San Francisco Expands Public Playgrounds with New Additions and Ongoing Development
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San Francisco Experts Recommend Top Playgrounds for Families

San Francisco Experts Recommend Top Playgrounds for Families

San Francisco Experts Recommend Top Playgrounds for Families
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New Children's Book Archive Established to Counter LGBTQ+ Erasure Efforts

New Children's Book Archive Established to Counter LGBTQ+ Erasure Efforts

New Children's Book Archive Established to Counter LGBTQ+ Erasure Efforts
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Brett Goldstein, Emmy-Winning Actor, Announces San Francisco Stand-Up Show

Brett Goldstein, Emmy-Winning Actor, Announces San Francisco Stand-Up Show

Brett Goldstein, Emmy-Winning Actor, Announces San Francisco Stand-Up Show
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West Portal Development Doubles in Size, Raising Concerns Among Local Businesses in San Francisco

West Portal Development Doubles in Size, Raising Concerns Among Local Businesses in San Francisco

West Portal Development Doubles in Size, Raising Concerns Among Local Businesses in San Francisco
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US Cities Experience Divergent Rent Trends Due to Supply and Migration Shifts

US Cities Experience Divergent Rent Trends Due to Supply and Migration Shifts

US Cities Experience Divergent Rent Trends Due to Supply and Migration Shifts