SF Bay Area
Historic Building vs. Fire Station: A Fight Nobody Wants
447 Battery Might Be Stripped of Historic Designation What might happen if the precedent of removing historic designation succeeds? What’s the historic designation program? What does it entail? And why? In San Francisco, historic preservation has a reputation corroded by bad neighbors who want to preserve views. Armchair spectators imagine
What’s Local and Seasonal, and Who the Hell Grows It?
A look at some of the local farms in the Bay Area and what they’ve got available during these weird winter months. Tender perpetual spinach. Lucky Daisy and Kishu mandarins. Fractal Roman cauliflower. All of them grown in the same fog that you can see from your kitchen window. We
Kota Ezawa Delves Into Memory, Politics, and Identity at Fort Mason
Kota Ezawa explores the intersection of memory, politics, and identity through his signature digital animations. Known for his unique approach to news-based art, Ezawa transforms recent historical moments into distilled, visually arresting pieces that invite reflection
What Does Sheng Thao’s Indictment Mean For The Future Of Oakland?
I have a soft spot in my heart for Oakland. It was the first city I can remember living in from childhood, and all the things I was exposed to back then, for better or worse, shaped me into the person I am today. Despite the sardonic shit that I
What I Learned From Sorting Donations For the SoCal Fires
People want to feel good when they donate, and it is important to be aware of the potential dangers of expired medicine and unsanitary hygiene items, while also recognizing the importance of decentering and helping those affected by disasters.
The Gospel of Glam: SF Celebrated David Bowie’s Legacy at Bowie Bash
San Franciscans celebrated David Bowie’s legacy at the 14th annual Bowie Bash, which featured drag, burlesque, and puppetry. A night of live music, dance, and inclusivity.
American Aria: A Stark Reflection on Democracy’s Fragility
How much of what happened on January 6 is behind us, and how much of it lingers in the shadows, ready to reemerge?
Oakland Closes Fire Stations While Los Angeles Burns
While our southern California cousins deal with the worst wildfire in the history of Los Angeles, we here in the Bay Area have our own potential problems. We seem to have cities working hard to make California’s wildfire preparedness even worse. Oakland is experiencing a budget crisis and considering that