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VC-backed fertility clinic has history of lost embryos, mistreated patients, lawsuits say
The allegations come amid a national wave of litigation against clinics and companies involved in IVF as industry growth outpaces regulation.
From Chinatown grocers to local winemakers, Trump’s tariffs are reshaping the economy
New import costs are wreaking havoc on local businesses, which warn that everything is about to get a lot more expensive.
An anonymous AI engineer is funding the city’s oddest events
Meet Francisco San, the secretive benefactor backing SF’s fringe culture — one Venmo at a time.
Kawakami: Yes, the Warriors are playing, talking, and feeling like champions once again
The fans who packed Chase Center for Friday night’s win over Denver could feel it, too. As Draymond Green has said, the Warriors are back. Get used to it.
‘Outrageous betrayal’: Lurie’s rezoning plan riles some west-side supporters
Some constituents who helped put the mayor in office are outraged by his support of a housing development proposal.
Steph Curry kills his Dogpatch HQ project over dispute with local union
The Warriors superstar was about to demolish a structure for a new office for his burgeoning business empire.
‘Out of his depth’: UC Berkeley faculty question new chancellor’s will to fight a Trump blitzkrieg
The university’s scholars sound the need for a wartime footing. Is Rich Lyons the right person to lead them?
Tech billionaire’s wife tells all after bitter international custody battle goes viral
Rippling cofounder Prasanna Sankar said his wife’s affair broke their marriage. The true story is far more complicated.
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Suspended official sues city, claims she was silenced for reporting sexual assault
Kimberly Ellis is under investigation over allegations of impropriety at her department. The city attorney called her claims “baseless.”
SF’s new mayor, like its old one, doesn’t want you to read his texts
London Breed was slammed for it last year. In a “depressingly similar” scenario, Daniel Lurie is also shrouding access to public records.
Will crackdown on PTA fundraising make SF’s schools fairer — or just worse?
The city is home to some of California’s biggest PTA fundraisers. Faced with new rules, the wealthy may flee SFUSD altogether.
SF official pushed $30K mystery payment to friendly political nonprofit
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Kimberly Ellis, head of the Department on the Status of Women, overruled staff to push excess funds to a friendly political group, a source said.
Meta slashes its Fremont campus, closes (gasp) employee music room
The social media giant amassed more than 1 million square feet in the East Bay during its last period of expansion.
Trump’s tariffs could make California’s insurance crunch even more brutal
Experts expect price hikes on car parts and building supplies to fuel skyrocketing premiums for policyholders.
HR spying scandal: Rippling worker details scheme to steal corporate secrets
The alleged spy confessed his involvement in the operation and directly implicated Deel CEO Alex Bouaziz and his father.
Panic buying and canceled orders as car dealers brace for tariffs
Some dealers are cashing in during the rush, while others are set to lose millions.
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Oakland’s cool kids bring some East Bay swagger to an SF restaurant
A designer and “plant whisperer” supercharged the interiors at the Ethiopian-Dominican hot spot Meski. It’s the jolt of style the city needs now.
Will crackdown on PTA fundraising make SF’s schools fairer — or just worse?
The city is home to some of California’s biggest PTA fundraisers. Faced with new rules, the wealthy may flee SFUSD altogether.
4 most exciting new restaurants coming to SF this April
Meski, an Afro-Latin spot from Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green, and the revamped Wayfare Tavern are already drawing buzz.
Behind Steph Curry’s brilliance, the Warriors are ‘leveling up’ as playoffs approach
With a whopping 125 points in three games, Curry joined LeBron James and Michael Jordan in accomplishing the feat after turning 35.
Giants welcome back fans with a thrilling victory in an Opening Day extravaganza
It was a day to remember at Oracle Park, as the Giants celebrated the stadium’s 25th birthday and paid tribute to Willie Mays. Mayor Daniel Lurie threw the first pitch.
‘That’s what stars do’: Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski seize the stage in L.A.
The Warriors beat the Lakers 123-116, and their two young stars got to enjoy playoff-like seasoning before the real postseason begins.
A kicking battle? More targets for Kittle? What we just learned about next season’s 49ers
After a long month of painful roster dissection, Kyle Shanahan actually talked some good, old-fashioned football. Including this: Could WR Brandon Aiyuk be back early?
Fillmore jazz festival canceled over financial challenges
Organizers cited significant losses over the past two years.
Kehlani, Kim Petras, and Tinashe to headline massive Pride Weekend festival at Pier 80
As an alternative to Civic Center’s official SF Pride celebrations, here’s a one-day Pink Saturday party filled with LGBTQ+ divas.
20 events in SF this week, from a clown parade to a ‘sit club’ for people who hate to run
Starting with the Daybreaker dance party and wrapping up with the Night of Ideas, there’s something for everyone.
The Tenderloin’s beloved bathhouse is back — and hotter than ever
Onsen has reopened after five years, with heated pools, cold plunges, and a fresh take on communal bathing culture.
The Giants are praying for a comeback season. So are the restaurants around them
After a strong spring, the team might have what it takes to pull off a winning season — welcome news for businesses near Oracle Park.
The new Turtle Tower is a reborn shrine to chicken pho
It may be a little flashier, but the new FiDi iteration of the Tenderloin landmark is still drawing noodle fanatics.
The Hot List: Our favorite restaurants and bars in SF right now
You need some new ideas for where to go out. We have some really delicious answers.
The coveted visa keeping SF’s elite restaurant kitchens running
A talent pool of globetrotting fine-dining chefs is the lifeblood of the city’s Michelin-starred restaurants.
The ex-Marine and legal legend taking the fight to Trump — and the law firms caving to him
John Keker stands up for his profession — and wonders why every other attorney isn’t doing the same.
Exclusive: Inside Lurie’s $100M plan to get private donors to pay for homeless beds
The mayor is rolling out another plan that asks San Francisco’s rich to pony up for its poor.
Bursting the balloon of Ezra Klein’s ‘Abundance’ theory
Klein and his co-author Derek Thompson believe more of everything is the answer to what ails California. But bad governance will ruin it all.
Oligarchs assemble! A shiny squad of CEOs could save SF — if they know their assignment
Mayor Daniel Lurie has shown he can convene the city’s richest and most powerful. Now what will they do with that access?
