San Francisco Archives - Page 108 of 493

Crime

A new attack on SF’s sanctuary laws makes no sense—except as a political tool

Tim Redmond - February 15, 2023

Immigrants have been scapegoats for much of US history, and now Breed and Jenkins are doing it again.

Music

Harmonic convergence: How a stellar record fair led to a brand new record store

Marke B. - February 15, 2023

Globe Spinners and Offshore Sounds were sparked by two vinyl fiends who shared a love of worldly rarities and dealing discs

News + Politics

House Democrats, including Pelosi, vote for far-right, 1950s-style red-baiting resolution

Tim Redmond - February 14, 2023

Why is SF's rep viciously attacking 'socialism?' And what about the horrors of capitalism?

News + Politics

A public bank is feasible—and wouldn’t take that much money to start, report shows

Tim Redmond - February 13, 2023

With just $20 million in capitalization, the city could get into the business of funding affordable housing, a green transition, and small-business development.

The Agenda

Legal settlements for police abuse have cost SF more than $20 million since 2019

Tim Redmond - February 12, 2023

Plus: Ronen takes on the feds over Laguna Honda, Jenkins drops charges against cop, and planners finally want to close the book on a scandal. That's The Agenda for Feb. 12-19.

Art

Topless legend Carol Doda shines once more in North Beach

Leticia Lopez - February 8, 2023

A striking new mural by Natalie Gabriel celebrates the icon, and draws memories from young and old.

LGBTQ

Castro Theater backers continue efforts to find a solution that saves film venue

Tim Redmond - February 8, 2023

But theater owners and Another Planet Entertainment have rejected the most recent offer, which included an effort to raise $20 million for upgrades.

Onstage

Funny women come first in Marga Gomez’s ‘Who’s Your Mami Comedy’

Joshua Rotter - February 8, 2023

Raucous monthly standup showcase returns to Brava—and there's even a charming token male emcee.

Arts Forecast

Arts Forecast: OK, how about a Valentine’s dance and roller-disco block party?

Marke B. - February 8, 2023

Plus: SF Beer Week, Ritual of Myth Making, Black Choreographers Festival, Valentechno, Blackwater Holylight, more

Housing

Breed’s solution to affordable housing crisis: require less affordable housing

Tim Redmond - February 7, 2023

And why do I keep getting this feeling that the generals are fighting the last war?

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