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The Chron and right wing are now blaming DSA and Dean Preston for the problems of tech IPOs

The 'left' didn't create the housing crisis, and the free market is never going to solve it. Let's unpack the latest bogus media narrative

Business + Tech Tim Redmond - June 23, 2026

SF public bank plans moves toward November ballot

A groundbreaking concept in local finance could begin operations after a Charter Amendment that—so far-has little visible opposition.

City Hall Tim Redmond - June 23, 2026

Dyke March rally shrinks—but still roars

Pride Saturday gathering moves out of Dolores Park and onto street to cut down on expenses, but there'll be radical politics aplenty.

LGBTQ Marke B. - June 23, 2026

New novel ‘Midnight, at the War’ grapples with journalistic truth after 9/11

Devi S. Laskar's latest sweeps its reporter-protagonist across the world and deep into thorny, resonant questions.

Lit Lou Fancher - June 23, 2026

Contest

Win a ticket to the ‘Hunky Jesus’ doc at Frameline this Friday

Marke B. - June 23, 2026

The annual wild, fabulously controversial SF Easter tradition finally gets its close-up at Castro Theater. Here's how to enter.

Music

Melodramatic and defiantly eclectic, Oakland’s AroMa whips up sonic tornadoes

Leah Isobel - June 22, 2026

'I’m gonna kick the door down, you know what I’m saying? Here’s every genre! Here’s every sound!'

Featured

Harvey Milk Club joins 48 Hills for FREE Pride kick-off party this Wednesday!

Marke B. - June 22, 2026

Join us at Lookout Bar in The Castro 6pm-10pm for dancing, drag, special guests—and a sweet pulled pork + veggie menu.

Art

Esteban Samayoa’s art reflects deep love for—and survival of—East Bay community

Mary Corbin - June 22, 2026

'I’ll do all I can to create work that inspires a message of togetherness,' says airbrush and charcoal artist.

Sports

Bay Area firefighters hit sunny streets for stickball Olympics

Emma Garcia - June 22, 2026

20-year tradition filled North Beach with smiles, smack of balls, and players from San Mateo, Alameda County, and SF.

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The Agenda

This week, the public gets to weigh in on the brutal Lurie budget cuts

Tim Redmond - June 21, 2026

Plus: Charter amendments for housing, a public bank, and more mayoral power. That's The Agenda for June 21-28

Campaign Trail

Wiener starts November race by attacking Chan, setting the tone for what could be a nasty five months

Tim Redmond - June 21, 2026

Chan says the magic words Wiener avoids—taxes on the rich—as the fall race starts to shape up

Environment

More Hunters Point toxic clean-up mess: ‘surprise’ radiological material discovered in a cabinet

Tom Molanphy - June 21, 2026

Officials grilled at latest meeting on disaster, and a Lick Wilmerding High School senior takes up fight for justice.

Music

Under the Stars: A house music master takes us back to Zanzibar

John-Paul Shiver - June 19, 2026

... and a techno originator flies us to Tokyo. Plus: New foamboy, Omar remixed, Broken Social Scene's tender missives, more

Food & Drink

Good Taste: New frozen treat shops are ready for SF summer

Tamara Palmer - June 19, 2026

Spoons up for old-fashioned scoops, Japanese soft serve, and Chinese froyo.

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Movies

‘Girls Like Girls’ like Hayley Kiyoko

Pam Grady - June 19, 2026

From a music video to a YA book to now a movie, the first-time director has blown up her story of young queer love and discovery.

Housing

Planning Commission sides with mayor on cutting fees for affordable housing

Tim Redmond - June 18, 2026

The vote, of course, was 4-2. But Lurie has backed down on charging more for arguments in the ballot handbook.

What To Do

Pullin’ Pork for Pride returns to The Castro!

Marke B. - June 18, 2026

Free and fabulous! Our annual fundraiser and Pride party is back with dancing, drag, drinks, and a hot pulled pork (and veggie!) menu.

Housing

Lurie and four supes move to cut affordable housing fees for luxury developers

Tim Redmond - June 17, 2026

Planning Commission to consider plan that city data shows will not lead to any new housing construction

Music

Dirty queens done dirt cheap: GayC/DC hits with queer ‘refresh’ of classic rockers

Joshua Rotter - June 17, 2026

'We're just getting up there and blowing it out,' says renowned Pride Fest act, who count Rob Halford and Sebastian Bach as fans.

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Featured

The Chron and right wing are now blaming DSA and Dean Preston for the problems of tech IPOs

SF public bank plans moves toward November ballot

Dyke March rally shrinks—but still roars

New novel ‘Midnight, at the War’ grapples with journalistic truth after 9/11

Win a ticket to the ‘Hunky Jesus’ doc at Frameline this Friday

Melodramatic and defiantly eclectic, Oakland’s AroMa whips up sonic tornadoes

Harvey Milk Club joins 48 Hills for FREE Pride kick-off party this Wednesday!

Esteban Samayoa’s art reflects deep love for—and survival of—East Bay community

Bay Area firefighters hit sunny streets for stickball Olympics

This week, the public gets to weigh in on the brutal Lurie budget cuts

Wiener starts November race by attacking Chan, setting the tone for what could be a nasty five months

More Hunters Point toxic clean-up mess: ‘surprise’ radiological material discovered in a cabinet

Under the Stars: A house music master takes us back to Zanzibar

Good Taste: New frozen treat shops are ready for SF summer

‘Girls Like Girls’ like Hayley Kiyoko

Planning Commission sides with mayor on cutting fees for affordable housing

Pullin’ Pork for Pride returns to The Castro!

Lurie and four supes move to cut affordable housing fees for luxury developers

Dirty queens done dirt cheap: GayC/DC hits with queer ‘refresh’ of classic rockers

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