San Bruno Archives

News + Politics

22 of our biggest stories in 2021

Marke B. - January 5, 2022

In a tumultuous year, we covered climate crises, anti-Asian violence, right-wing attacks—and told you where to get Frank Sinatra's favorite cheesecake, too.

Transportation

Walton calls for SFMTA to restore a key bus line in Vis Valley

Garrett Leahy - December 5, 2021

Route that takes Southeast residents to Soma and Chinatown was cut in the pandemic, and the community wants it back.

Environment

50 years ago, San Bruno Mountain was almost cut in half

Tom Molanphy - September 15, 2021

Remembering a successful community campaign to save the local environment—as climate challenges loom.

The Agenda

Why have DBI, Planning, and the cops gotten away with so much for so long?

Tim Redmond - September 12, 2021

Plus: $70 million for parking meters when the mayor says we can't afford to keep SIP hotels open to save lives. That's The Agenda for Sept. 13-19

Lit

In ‘Plexiglass,’ a poet illuminates voices of the incarcerated

Margo Perin - August 27, 2021

A new volume offers a critique of the criminal justice system through the lens of prison writing workshops

City Hall

After more than a century, PG&E is finally on the ropes in San Francisco

Tim Redmond - August 1, 2021

The city's moving to establish a public-power system—but we should also talk about accountability for the politicians and media that enabled an illegal monopoly for so long.

Culture

Year of the cats: What to do if you spot the wild felines prowling around lately

Tamara Palmer - July 1, 2021

A brief survey of the fine mega-kitties who've been dropping by the Bay Area—just don't try to pet them

City Hall

SF building inspectors have no clue about gas pipes that could explode

Tim Redmond - June 7, 2021

Stunning revelations about a lack of enforcement of safety standards emerge from supes hearing.

Food & Drink

Good Taste: Toto’s Pizza returns to SF after decades, Lazy Susan turns the tables

Tamara Palmer - March 2, 2021

Plus California Mochi lives on, Awesome Bars satisfy that craving, perfect farmer's market picks, more food news

Art

Iconic Bayview sign comes down for vital community center: Here’s its surprising history

Sean Karlin - December 16, 2020

India Basin Industrial Park's Manwaring Letters have deep artistic roots. Now stored, their future remains uncertain.

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