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Drag queen group mocks Jesus, Christianity in Easter show marketed to kids

A drag queen group called the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence is sparking controversy in the days leading up to their annual transgender Easter event.

Media April 16

Tech company reverses policy after Christian group sues for religious discrimination

Software company Asana reversed course after facing a lawsuit alleging its policy denying subscription discounts to religious groups was illegal, according to ADF.

Media April 15

Mayor Daniel Lurie sees 'vibe shift' in San Francisco as he works to clean up city

Democratic San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie declared that more and more people are proud to be San Franciscans again as he has worked to bring order to its streets.

VIDEO April 12

Nude sculpture stands 'tall and proud' above San Francisco's Embarcadero Plaza

"R-Evolution," the 2015 45-foot-tall sculpture of a nude woman, was originally created for Burning Man before making its current home in San Francisco. (Credit: KTVU)

US April 12

Massive nude woman sculpture in blue city sparks reaction after public unveiling: 'Embarrassed'

San Francisco unveiled a 45-foot nude statue, prompting criticism across the political spectrum as homelessness and public safety dominate headlines.

VIDEO April 12

San Francisco nude statue installation causes backlash

“R-Evolution,” a 2015 statue commemorated for the Burning Man festival of the same year, was recently installed at the Embarcadero facing the Ferry Building in San Francisco. (Credit: KTVU)

Travel April 11

Airport's strict 'quiet policy' has flight passengers sounding off

Flight passenger shares San Francisco International Airport's quiet policy, which was launched in 2018. Reddit users and a travel expert weighs in.

Gavin Newsom March 28

Newsom-backed San Francisco speed camera program fines certain drivers more than others

San Francisco launched a pilot program approved by California Gov. Gavin Newsom that allows the city to issue fines to speeding drivers based on income.

Media March 18

San Francisco Pride takes financial hit after major companies pull sponsorships amid DEI fallout

San Francisco Pride org takes financial hit due to several companies pulling funding amid the trend of businesses pulling back on DEI initiatives.

California March 15

Preacher doesn't flinch as activist points apparent gun at his head

Heart-pounding video shows the moment a pastor had an apparent gun pointed in his face by an activist – but the cool-headed preacher hardly moves a muscle.

Gavin Newsom March 13

Gavin Newsom responds to claims he secretly helped fund his own bronze bust: 'Free tinfoil hat'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office blasted claims that he secretly helped pay for a bronze bust of himself that sits inside San Francisco City Hall.

Politics February 27

Blue city mayor embraces government efficiency in new memo to city employees

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie directed city employees in a memo on Tuesday to return to the office at least four days a week to improve government efficiency.

Nancy Pelosi February 23

Trump looking to sell off Nancy Pelosi Federal Building in San Francisco: reports

San Francisco's Nancy Pelosi Federal Building could be sold off by the Trump administration as part of Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts

NBA February 17

Charles Barkley hopes San Francisco mayor can 'do something about the homeless population'

Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley expressed optimism for the city of San Francisco after he said he met the mayor several times.

Boxing February 12

Pro boxing match could take place at Alcatraz this summer: report

Alcatraz Island, the infamous former prison turned historic museum in San Francisco Bay, could be the site of a professional boxing match this summer.

San Francisco February 8

Big Tech whistleblower's parents sue, sounding alarm over son's unexpected death

The parents of young California tech whistleblower Suchir Balaji, whose 2024 death was ruled a suicide, are now suing the City and County of San Francisco.

Politics February 7

Dem mayor unleashes task force in attempt to rescue crime-ridden city: 'Restore order to our streets'

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie launched the San Francisco Police Department Hospitality Task Force as he works to clean up San Francisco's streets.

VIDEO February 6

Traveling sisters attempt hilarious flight hack to keep middle seat open

Haley Dreher and her sister, Tina, had passengers laughing as they tried a clever travel hack while aboard a Southwest Airlines flight leaving San Francisco.

Nancy Pelosi February 5

Former AOC chief of staff announces run against Pelosi, calls Dems 'paralyzed and unprepared' under Trump

Saikat Chakrabarti, who used to work for U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., said he will run to unseat Rep. Nancy Pelosi, who represents the San Francisco area.

San Francisco February 5

CEO son of 'Silicon Valley pioneer' arrested in alleged San Francisco attack

A Silicon Valley CEO was arrested on Saturday in downtown San Francisco on suspicion of rape and other charges including robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and false imprisonment.

NBA January 18

Charles Barkley slams San Francisco as 'rat infested,' declares he's skipping NBA All-Star Game

Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley slammed the city of San Francisco during "Inside the NBA" on Thursday night as "rat infested."

Health January 12

One state leads country in human bird flu with nearly 40 confirmed cases

A child in California is presumed to have H5N1 bird flu, according to the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Experts weigh in on the risk of a potential virus mutation.

Media January 2

San Francisco mayor-elect promises worried resident that he'll clean up city, address homelessness crisis

San Francisco Mayor-elect David Lurie promised a worried resident that he would clean up the city's streets ahead of his tenure, as the city continues to deal with homelessness and more.

Culture December 21

Flashback: San Francisco 'weight czar' declares that no one has to be healthy

San Francisco's new "weight czar" Virgie Tovar remarked that "no one has to be healthy" or owes being that to others in a resurfaced 2022 interview.

Media December 17

San Francisco Health Department hires 'fat positivity' expert to consult on 'weight stigma and neutrality'

The San Francisco Department of Public Health has hired a 'body positivity consultant' to bring attention to 'weight stigma and weight neutrality.'

Crime December 17

Defendant in Cash App founder's death found guilty of second-degree murder

Nima Momeni, the man accused of killing Cash App founder Bob Lee last year has been found guilty of second-degree murder, a San Francisco jury has found, according to KTVU.

Artificial Intelligence December 14

OpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment from apparent suicide

A former OpenAI employee and whistleblower, Suchir Balaji, was found dead in his apartment in San Francisco, California, from an apparent suicide attempt.

New York City December 14

Mother of suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing spoke with FBI the night before her son's arrest: report

The FBI questioned the mother of Luigi Mangione the night before her son's arrest in Pennsylvania, and she said he bore a resemblance to the wanted suspect.

Media December 8

Christian classical schools unexpectedly thriving in deep blue city

Christian schools offering a classical liberal arts education are cropping up across the Bay Area, according to a new report, and expanding their influence.

San Francisco December 4

Surveillance video shows Cash App founder using knife to snort cocaine before death, defense alleges

Lawyers for Nima Momeni, who is accused of killing Cash App founder Bob Lee, played a new surveillance video during their closing arguments in his murder trial.