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Feb 5, 2026

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4 min read

Trump Regime Policies Hurt SF Tourism

In 2025, the United States overall saw a 6% drop in foreign visitors as many foreign travelers understandably decided to avoid the Trump regime’s hostile immigration policies.

James Conrad

Folklore and Hard Truths: The Art of Christopher Burch

Feb 5, 2026

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4 min read

Folklore and Hard Truths: The Art of Christopher Burch

Maybe you have seen his murals, spilling off the wall in riotous colors all over San Francisco. Or his drawings, which are equal parts reinterpreted Black mythology and folklore, and part poetry manifested on paper, or any other medium he chooses.

Vita Hewitt

After 27 Winters in Bear Valley, Here is My Guide

Feb 5, 2026

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7 min read

After 27 Winters in Bear Valley, Here is My Guide

At 27, I’ve had 27 Bear Valley winters. Here’s a guide to a winter in Bear Valley and why I think it’s one of the more underrated California winter escapes.

Madeline Wolfe

While Arts Programs Get Cut, Youth Art Exchange Is Expanding

Feb 4, 2026

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7 min read

While Arts Programs Get Cut, Youth Art Exchange Is Expanding

SF's Youth Art Exchange expands beyond youth programs, offering adult classes and creative opportunities that nurture artistic skills and community hope.

Katy Atchison

Fire Shuts Down Mel's Diner in the Marina

Feb 4, 2026

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4 min read

Fire Shuts Down Mel's Diner in the Marina

Early morning fire devastates iconic Mel's Drive-In in SF's Marina District, threatening a beloved local landmark.

James Conrad

SantaCon Doc Shows Journey From Playful Freedom to Drunken Chaos

Feb 4, 2026

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9 min read

SantaCon Doc Shows Journey From Playful Freedom to Drunken Chaos

From playful origins to boozy chaos, Seth Porges' documentary explores SantaCon's wild transformation and the unexpected cultural journey of this infamous bar crawl.

Lucy Bikahi