On December 7th, a woman reportedly fell seventeen stories from the roof of the LUMA Hotel. Several people witnessed the incident. They were at work, on commute, eating meals, living ordinarily. Then, out of the hazy blue sky, a stranger’s life came to a sudden end. A Horrific Fall Passers-by

Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie is advocating for a return-to-office mandate in San Francisco, arguing that it will revitalize the Financial District and make downtown safer and cleaner.

As 2024 winds down, we’re reflecting on another incredible year of sharing the stories, art, culture, and nightlife that make the Bay Area so unique. BrokeAssStuart.com wouldn’t be what it is without you—our community of readers, supporters, and believers in independent media. This year, instead of asking you to join Patreon

I grew up hearing that sequels often pale in comparison to their predecessors. Exceptions to the rule exist, like Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and Addams Family Values (1993). That rare smash-hit success is what sequel-makers aim for, but their attempts typically fall short. Here’s an inexhaustive list of sequels

26 protesters drew international attention to their cause when they halted traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge last April. People lobbied praise and contempt for their highly visible stand against the Israeli invasion of Palestine. Contentious District Attorney Brooke Jenkins pursued extreme charges against many demonstrators, including felonies for conspiracy

San Francisco offers beautiful days, stunning natural beauty, and a vibrant nightlife scene, but it also has a homelessness epidemic, a weak bagel game, and a lack of 24-hour rail transit, while New York City has a more reliable MTA, more diverse food options, and a more vibrant nightlife scene.

The proposed budget cut to SFMTA could save $33 million a year by suspending service on the last of the city’s cable car lines, which would save $63 million by reducing service frequency on busy bus and train lines, and $14 million by suspending cable car and historic streetcar service.

Daniel Lurie, the Mayor-elect of San Francisco, has a lot of problems to solve, including reversing the Tenderloin policy, rolling back policies that punish city residents, and making city streets safer for cyclists and pedestrians.

Jonathan Emilio Ruiz, a close friend of the author, died unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of bringing people together and bringing joy to those around him.