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From Allbirds to Smartbird: CEO Nadia Carlsten explains former San Francisco-based shoe brand's shift to AI infrastructure company

Smartbird CEO Nadia Carlsten spoke with ABC7 about the San Francisco-based company that has transitioned from the Allbirds shoe brand to AI infrastructure....

Senate rebukes Trump by approving House-passed measure calling for end to Iran war

The Senate on Tuesday approved a war powers resolution previously passed in the House that rebukes President Donald Trump by calling for an end to the U.S. war against Iran. The resolution passed 50-48, with four Senate Republicans joining almost all Democrats in support of th...

Warming trend in Bay Area begins Tuesday

(BCN) -- Tuesday in the Bay Area calls for warm conditions and some cloud cover, except in inland areas, where skies will be mostly sunny and clear, according to the National Weather Service. Daytime highs will be mostly in the low 60s to low 70s on the coast, in the mid 60s to h...

These Amazon Prime Day mattresses are at their best price of the year

Elevate your bedtime game and save over 50% on mattresses that are at or below their lowest price of the year for Amazon Prime Day.

Sangamo Therapeutics files for bankruptcy as Lilly and Astellas split assets - The Business Journals

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Amazon Prime Day 2026: Shop our picks for the best deals on tech and home

Looking to snag savings on home and tech products? Shop our picks for the best deals going on right now for Amazon Prime Day.

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Donated laptops stolen from Antioch learning center

ANTIOCH, Calif. (KRON) -- Dozens of donated laptops were stolen from the RR Learning Center and Ministries in Antioch last week. The theft has jeopardized summer school programs for children and college preparatory services for those in need. The learning center provides tutoring...

Four trendy new San Francisco cafés worth lingering in - Axios

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Judge blocks Trump administration’s SNAP restrictions on soda and candy in five states

The Trump administration’s ban on preventing food ‌stamp recipients in five states from using their benefits to buy sugary foods and drinks was blocked Monday by a federal judge in Washington, D.C....

Left Bank, LB Steak abruptly closing all Bay Area locations

Vine Hospitality has abruptly closed all seven of its Bay Area restaurants, including longtime Santana Row favorites Left Bank, Meso Modern Mediterranean and LB Steak, leaving customers and employees stunned....

Blackstone to acquire Hyatt Regency Embarcadero, citing confidence in S.F.’s rebound - The Business Journals

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WatchDuty app tracks wildfires and now flooding

What started out five years ago, as a local North Bay app to monitor wildfires in real time, is now a national non-profit that now has a second life-saving specialty: nationwide, localized flooding....

‘NCIS’ and ‘Rescue Me’ actor to bring high-energy stand-up to San Francisco - San Francisco Chronicle

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This 61-year-old San Francisco theater troupe is taking on AI and ICE - San Francisco Chronicle

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Street Style Look of the Week: French Fishnets for a Lengthy Layover - The New York Times

Street Style Look of the Week: French Fishnets for a Leng...

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The 13 best bookstores in the Bay Area, according to your favorite authors

The San Francisco Bay Area is a literary mecca, but which bookstores capture the hearts of our local authors?

The best events in SF this week, from the Pride Parade to ScentFest

Plus, a vintage market at Heath Ceramics, Colman Domingo in conversation, a queer World Cup watch party, and more.

The most fun wine bar in San Francisco is also home to its most affordable tasting menu

Kevin Tang’s Southern Vietnamese fusion pop-up now has a permanent address — and it comes with a disco ball and plenty of Lambrusco.

What’s next for the Oakland Coliseum? The future is ‘not bright’

After abandoning the Coliseum following the 2024 season, the A’s return to the Bay Area on Tuesday to face the Giants at Oracle Park.

Mission Local (SF neighborhood/civic news) · Jun 23, 2026

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At 22nd and Florida and Streets. Photo by Robert Weiner. Here’s looking at you

Inside Fat Cat x the Mantis, Mission-Bernal’s coolest new wine bar - The San Francisco Standard

Inside Fat Cat x the Mantis, Mission-Bernal’s coolest new wine bar</...

California parks are cracking down on campsite no-shows. What campers need to know - San Francisco Chronicle

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Concord police warn of surge in vehicle and home burglaries

(KRON) -- Police in Concord said Monday they are investigating an uptick in burglaries involving homes and vehicles, along with attempted car thefts throughout the city. In a community alert, the Concord Police Department advised that current favorite targets of thieves include L...

Sunstone Hotel to sell Hyatt Regency San Francisco to Blackstone funds for $279M (BX:NYSE) - Seeking Alpha

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PG&E warns of new scam involving bar codes or QR codes

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is warning customers of a new scam involving bar codes or QR codes. The utility said the emerging con is a new wrinkle to a common scam where customers receive a call demanding immediate payment to avoid a stoppage in service. “Scammers are ...

Blackstone to acquire Hyatt Regency San Francisco for $279M - Hotel Management

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Local advocates discuss potential impact of birthright citizenship decision

Advocates in San Francisco on Tuesday discussed the potential impact of a future Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship. On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump said he wanted to deny automatic citizenship to babies born in the United States unles...

Blackstone Levels Up San Francisco Footprint With $279M Hyatt Regency Purchase - Commercial Observer

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Despite its age, this funky Calif. desert town remains an 'unknown gem' - SFGATE

Despite its age, this funky Calif. desert town remains an...

I’m obsessed with the peach toast at this under-the-radar downtown S.F. cafe - San Francisco Chronicle

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'Shocking, in a good way': Strange food ad from early 1900s is uncovered in SF - SFGATE

'Shocking, in a good way': Strange food ad from early...

Lurie taps $7 million in private funds for S.F. supportive housing repairs as public funding shrinks - San Francisco Chronicle

Lurie taps $7 million in priva...

How popular is your dog’s name in San Francisco? Search the data - San Francisco Chronicle

How popular is your dog’s name in Sa...

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Mayor Lurie says ‘the arts will revitalize San Francisco.’ His budget tells a different story - San Francisco Chronicle

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Rare Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show headlines Bay Area Fourth of July celebrations - San Francisco Chronicle

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California Democrats didn’t endorse a candidate for governor. An S.F. proposal could change that - San Francisco Chronicle

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Bay Area’s summer chill eases inland Tuesday, but coastal clouds linger - San Francisco Chronicle

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Mission Local (SF neighborhood/civic news) · Jun 23, 2026

Want to see your 1800s self? Lower Haight ‘tintype’ studio can make it happen.

A tintype photography studio offering a historic experience or customers to get photographed like they did in the 1800s. Want to see your 1800s self? Lower Haight ‘tintype’ studio can make it happen....

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To solve The City’s housing-affordability crisis, listen to voters - San Francisco Examiner

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World Cup guide: U.S. to play Round of 32 match in Santa Clara

The United States men’s national team is coming to the Bay Area for a World Cup knockout match. Here’s a detailed guide with what to know about the game, how to watch and much more. When and where is the United States playing in the Round of 32 at the World Cup? The U.S....

Future of Pacifica Pier back on agenda as county weighs emergency extension

The future of Pacifica Pier is back on the agenda Tuesday as county officials consider extending the pier’s emergency status while the fate of the damaged structure remains in question. The director of emergency services for San Mateo County originally declared a local emergen...

Thousands expected at Oakland's Lake Merritt for LakeFest

More than 20,000 are expected to gather at Lake Merritt this Saturday for the 7th Annual LakeFest Oakland. Founded in 2018 by Trevel Adanandus, LakeFest Oakland celebrates the culture and diversity of Oakland with live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. “L...

San Francisco Airport to add cargo terminal with Lödige Industries technology - Air Cargo News

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World Cup visitors are facing food and beverage sticker shock at stadiums: ‘Robbery'

World Cup tickets are expensive. Flights to North America are expensive. Hotel rooms in many places are expensive. Then there’s the price of beer. There are some fun — and yes, sometimes pricey — food and drink offerings at the venues playing host to the World Cup. A $75 ca...

Left Bank restaurants abruptly close for good

A popular restaurant group with locations across the Bay Area is suddenly closing its doors. Left Bank and its sister locations LB Steak, Meso Modern Mediterranean and Petite Left Bank are shutting down. The first Left Bank opened in Larkspur in 1994. There are now seven lo...

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MLB Commish: Giants botched Pride Night cap guidance, leaving players unclear on opt-out

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said in a letter to Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley that the San Francisco Giants failed to properly explain to players that they were allowed to decline to wear rainbow-themed caps during the club’s annual Pride Night earlier this month. Seve...

California's Once-Thriving Ranch Is Now A Scenic State Park Less Than 2 Hours Outside San Francisco - islands.com

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Why San Francisco is targeting ‘zombie’ grocery stores - Yahoo

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Why San Francisco Is Targeting ‘Zombie’ Grocery Stores - Newsweek

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3 killed after car plunges off Highway 9 near Saratoga

Three people were killed after a car crashed off Highway 9 and down a steep embankment near Saratoga in the Santa Cruz Mountains, according to the California Highway Patrol. CHP’s San Jose office said officers responded to a report of a crash on State Route 9 west of Redwood G...

Savannah Guthrie responds to update on missing mom Nancy, renews plea for answers: ‘We cannot be at peace'

An emotional Savannah Guthrie shared a renewed plea for help in finding her missing mother after a new report about a note sent after her disappearance that indicated Nancy Guthrie had died. The TODAY co-anchor spoke briefly on June 23 after a report on the show by NBC News co...

A shooter kills 2 at a Northern California library and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested

A shooting at a library in Northern California left two people dead and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested, police said Tuesday. Police responded to a 911 call soon after 5 p.m. Monday. Chico police Chief Billy Aldridge said gunshots and screams could be heard on that call...

3 men dead after car plunges off cliff near Hwy 9 in Saratoga, firefighters say

Three men are dead after a car plunged off a cliff near Highway 9 in Saratoga Monday night, fire officials said.

Left Bank, LB Steak abruptly closing all locations in Bay Area

International soccer fans give SF & the U.S rave reviews

International visitors say their trip to San Francisco and other parts of the Bay Area for Fifa World Cup soccer matches have far exceeded their expectations and that there's plenty to love....

Tesla faces federal probe after Model 3 slams into Texas home, killing a 76-year-old

The top U.S. auto regulator opened an investigation Monday after a Tesla that was reportedly using an automated driving feature slammed into a Texas home at high speed and killed a 76-year-old woman standing inside. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it’s ...

Algeria beats Jordan 2-1 in World Cup Match at Levi's Stadium

Fans of close global allies Jordan and Algeria gathered at Levi's Stadium and San Jose's San Pedro Square on Tuesday to watch the two soccer teams face off on the World Cup stage. While both teams only have a slim chance of advancing to the next round of the tournament, supporter...

Oakland crash survivors express outrage over teen driver's release

(KRON) -- Survivors of a deadly crash in Oakland spoke out Monday night after learning the teenage suspect has been released from custody. The incident left three people dead and five others seriously injured. A month later, KRON4 spoke with a woman who is still recovering. "Thir...

Illegally docked boats, debris impacting East Bay youth rowing group as summer camp begins

"It's really frustrating." An East Bay rowing program is raising concerns after illegally docked boats and debris prevented young athletes from getting on the water at the start of a summer camp Monday....