Lifestyle

Bay Area Book Festival returns with expanded programming

The annual literary event in Berkeley will feature notable authors, panels, and family-friendly activities.

Woman Rescued from Treacherous San Francisco Cliff

Maxime Rancourt shares her harrowing survival story after being swept away by strong currents at Kelly's Cove

Hundreds Attend Secretive Sutro Cave Rave in San Francisco

Police shut down the underground party after noise complaints, but not before a night of vibrant music and revelry.

Women Bartenders Shake Up Cocktail Scene at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Angela Leverman and Jennifer Garbarini are leading a new wave of female bartenders redefining hospitality one custom cocktail at a time.

San Francisco's La Taqueria Serves Up Iconic Mission-Style Burritos

The 50-year-old restaurant is known for its fresh, flavorful burritos and salsas.

Oakland Brunch Favorite Grand Lake Kitchen Opens First San Francisco Location

Owners May and Dave Wasem bring their signature comfort food and surprises like caviar pie to Noe Valley.

Bay Area Rug Cleaning and Repair Experts Offer Specialized Care

Choosing the right rug cleaning company in San Francisco and beyond requires understanding cleaning methods, rug types, and environmental impact.

Midcentury Modern Home with San Francisco Bay Views Restored

Klopf Architecture renovates a family heirloom in Point Richmond, California, preserving its midcentury roots while modernizing for contemporary living.

Vibrant Victorian: Designer Noz Nozawa Transforms San Francisco Home

Nozawa's bold color palette and eclectic mix of furnishings breathe new life into a historic Haight-Ashbury residence.

One dog dies, two others injured in S.F. house fire

Blaze in Bayview neighborhood displaces two people

Rare Steller Sea Lion spotted lounging at Pier 39

The massive marine mammal was photographed resting near a raft of sea lions at the popular San Francisco tourist attraction.

San Francisco Considers Mandatory Dog Sterilization to Address Shelter Overcrowding

City leaders hope the proposed change will cut down on unwanted puppies and reduce overall shelter intake, but some advocates are skeptical it will address the root causes.

Pratham Nonprofit Celebrates Transformative 'Giving Day'

The respected Indian organization raised enough to support over 25,000 children through its annual fundraising event.

Roger Gallagher Launches Scholarship for Sustainable Entrepreneurship

New academic award recognizes undergraduate students focused on long-term value creation.

San Francisco middle schools to keep 7-period day

District reverses controversial plan to cut an elective period, a 'relief' for one school band