Stories about Tenants
Could SF take over thousands of rent-controlled apartments?
Preston wants the city to put together a bid for some of the 2,164 units that a huge landlord has suddenly put on the market.
Oakland moms make national statement with housing victory
Deal to put vacant Oakland home in a land trust sparks national discussion over real-estate speculation and vacant houses.
How corporate rentals are taking away rent-controlled housing
Planning Commission hearing sheds some light on the latest way landlords are making money by not renting to people who need a place to live in San Francisco.
Teacher’s Union endorses Wiener opponent for state Senate
Upstart candidate Jackie Fielder wins UESF nod
Moms4Housing stand up to eviction
'This isn’t the end, this is the beginning of a movement'
Preston wants rent control for Midtown
Legislation would protect tenants in the historic city-owned complex.
Protesters shut down Wiener at SB50 press conference
Anti-displacement activists demand affordable housing and denounce private-market speculation.
The Agenda, New Year’s edition: Saving City College …
... plus the future of Commissioner Dennis Richards and a big thanks to all the 48hills readers.
Our top stories of 2019
Protests, blackouts, shady developments, a close election, tenant victories, and a ton of arts and culture—we couldn't cover it without your support
Supes look to protect tenants while planners make the housing crisis worse
Eviction limits headed to board -- while massive highrise goes before Planning Commission. That's The Agenda for Dec. 2-9, 2019