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Newsom appoints Nate Ballard and his backer in domestic violence case to state posts

Michela Alioto-Pier, who quit a party sexual assault panel over her support for Ballard, got a state post a day before he did.

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Newsom appoints Nate Ballard and his backer in domestic violence case to state posts

SFiST

Rapper Macklemore Claims Chase Center Refuses to Host His 'Free Palestine' Tour

In a new Instagram post, musician and outspoken advocate Macklemore called out San Francisco's Chase Center as one of nine major American arenas that refused to book dates for his current "Free Palestine" tour, which itself came to be after he was ousted as Ed Sheeran's opener earlier this fall.

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Rapper Macklemore Claims Chase Center Refuses to Host His 'Free Palestine' Tour

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Golden State Warriors Big Man Kristaps Porziņģis to 'Step Away' From NBA Indefinitely

In a statement released Friday, recently re-signed Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porziņģis acknowledged lingering health issues will keep him away from the NBA indefinitely. Porziņģis expressed his willingness to "find a solution that makes sense" in relation to a trade and buy-out.

10 hours ago

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Golden State Warriors Big Man Kristaps Porziņģis to 'Step Away' From NBA Indefinitely

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Saturday Links: Toddler Dead Following Car Crash in Cupertino Near Apple HQ

Newsom credits convos with sisters of Polly Klass in deciding to commute death sentences; Israel's president gives Eisenkot mandate to assemble coalition; and Navy removes Blue Angels pilot who flew in Fleet Week.

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Saturday Links: Toddler Dead Following Car Crash in Cupertino Near Apple HQ

Mission Local

Cempaxochitl, the Mexican marigold.

At Potrero del Sol Park. Photo by Andres Jimenez Larios. Cempaxochitl, the Mexican marigold.

18 hours ago

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Cempaxochitl, the Mexican marigold.

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Joe Lacob keeps winning titles. Here’s why MLB needs him

In the last 25 years, Lacob has expressed interest in purchasing the A’s, Angels, Dodgers, Padres, and Giants.

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Joe Lacob keeps winning titles. Here’s why MLB needs him

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Lucy Guo’s love life goes to court, Ken Fulk exits Marin, and Castro’s club kids go wild

Also this week, Draymond Green loves the Valkyries as much as we do, and Elim Chan wants to be a local.

18 hours ago

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Lucy Guo’s love life goes to court, Ken Fulk exits Marin, and Castro’s club kids go wild

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SF nearly sent a gay politician to Congress in 1987. Scott Wiener will finish the mission

The new congressman's path from closeted New Jersey teen to LGBTQ+ trailblazer mirrors a generation of struggle — and halting progress — in San Francisco politics.

18 hours ago

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SF nearly sent a gay politician to Congress in 1987. Scott Wiener will finish the mission

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The story of San Francisco’s November election, in 7 maps

From local battles on Sunset Dunes and Pelosi’s replacement to state measures on billionaires and voting rights, these maps show political divides in the city and state.

18 hours ago

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The story of San Francisco’s November election, in 7 maps

Mission Local

Mayor Daniel Lurie gains power — and loses excuses

Political analysts agree the passage of three measures amending the city charter is risky move for the mayor. Mayor Daniel Lurie gains power — and loses excuses

19 hours ago

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Mayor Daniel Lurie gains power — and loses excuses

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Gov. Newsom taps ex-spokesperson Nate Ballard, sentenced for domestic violence, for state commission

Ballard was in 2021 sentenced to four years probation after allegations of domestic violence. Gov. Newsom taps ex-spokesperson Nate Ballard, sentenced for domestic violence, for state commission

1 day ago

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Gov. Newsom taps ex-spokesperson Nate Ballard, sentenced for domestic violence, for state commission

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S.F. retains ‘sole discretion’ to end contract that facilitates ICE use of city-owned garage

The 2022 contract gives San Francisco “sole discretion” to end its agreement with the private operator of a city garage ICE uses. S.F. retains ‘sole discretion’ to end contract that facilitates ICE use of city-owned garage

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S.F. retains ‘sole discretion’ to end contract that facilitates ICE use of city-owned garage

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Brandon Aiyuk swore he’d never deal with the 49ers again. Then he showed up

The wide receiver hasn’t played in the NFL since tearing three knee ligaments in October 2024.

1 day ago

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Brandon Aiyuk swore he’d never deal with the 49ers again. Then he showed up

Mission Local

Ripple Labs giving SFPD surveillance unit another 5 years of free rent, worth $5.5M

Real Time Investigation Center may continue free downtown sublease till 2032 thanks to crypto billionaire Chris Larsen Ripple Labs giving SFPD surveillance unit another 5 years of free rent, worth $5.5M

1 day ago

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Ripple Labs giving SFPD surveillance unit another 5 years of free rent, worth $5.5M

SFiST

This Week In Food: Dungeness Season Approaches

A new cocktail spot arrives in the Mission, Cotogna prepares for a major renovation in the new year, and some illegal Dungeness crab fishing was happening this week in San Mateo County, all in This Week In Food.

1 day ago

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This Week In Food: Dungeness Season Approaches

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Jane Kim Defeats Well-Funded Opponent In Race for California Insurance Commissioner

Former SF Supervisor Jane Kim declared victory Friday in the race for state insurance commissioner, despite millions spent supporting her opponent or attacking her campaign, after running on a proposal for publicly funded disaster insurance.

1 day ago

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Jane Kim Defeats Well-Funded Opponent In Race for California Insurance Commissioner

Mission Local

Sunset Buzz: Rusty Ladle wins best chowder in San Francisco

Also: A new Japanese curry spot on Irving Street and a Spring Equinox with "a little something" on each block. Sunset Buzz: Rusty Ladle wins best chowder in San Francisco

1 day ago

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Sunset Buzz: Rusty Ladle wins best chowder in San Francisco

SFiST

Nancy Pelosi to Receive Special Honor at the Castro Theatre

As she prepares to step down from Congress after nearly 40 years representing San Francisco, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will be feted at the Castro Theatre later this month, as the honoree of this year's Legends Awards, hosted by The Academy.

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Nancy Pelosi to Receive Special Honor at the Castro Theatre