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New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
3 hours ago

Mayor Mamdani to share Easter Dinner with formerly homeless veterans in the Bronx

Mayor Zohran Mamdani will share Easter dinner with homeless veterans in the Bronx, emphasizing support for their needs.
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
NYC music
fromGothamist
2 hours ago

NYC's Easter Bonnet Festival draws huge crowd despite a drizzly weather

The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival continues to bring joy to participants despite challenging weather and current societal struggles.
#taco-love
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
SF food
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

TATO restaurant in San Francisco offers a pay-what-you-can Taco Love special every Friday, providing meals for those in need with full-price payments.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
#ice-detention
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
22 minutes ago

Alameda Co. resolution seeks to block former Dublin prison to be used as ICE detention facility

Alameda County is voting to prevent the former Dublin women's prison from becoming an ICE detention facility.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
22 minutes ago

Alameda Co. resolution seeks to block former Dublin prison to be used as ICE detention facility

Alameda County is voting to prevent the former Dublin women's prison from becoming an ICE detention facility.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
5 hours ago

How Manhattan's 'last queer bookstore' just might be saved by a Bushwick peer

The Bureau of General Services - Queer Division in Manhattan faces closure unless Hive Mind Books acquires it and raises funds.
#immigration
Chicago
fromTruthout
14 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Chicago
fromTruthout
14 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Here are three ways we can turn anti-Trump solidarity into political power | Robert Reich

Solidarity against Trump's policies can be transformed into political power through targeted activism and voter mobilization.
fromThe Atlantic
7 hours ago

The Man Holding MAHA Together

Tony Lyons believes that Republicans can secure the midterm elections by embracing the Make America Healthy Again movement, particularly its popular initiatives like banning soda from SNAP benefits.
Right-wing politics
#lgbtqia
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
22 hours ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Bay Area man bringing positivity to 'bike life'; hundreds of people expected at rideout in Hayward

A community effort in Hayward aims to promote peaceful biking among youth amidst recent negative incidents involving cyclists.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Friends Who Bought Dirt Alley' Are Looking For 1,280 People to Help Transform It Into Public Art

A public art project will transform a barren alley in San Francisco's Sunset District into a 1,280-piece art quilt.
East Bay food
fromThe Bold Italic
1 day ago

Passover in San Francisco Looks Nothing Like the One I Grew Up With

Passover in San Francisco reflects diverse cultural influences and modern interpretations, showcasing unique dishes and themes relevant to the community.
fromsf.funcheap.com
1 day ago
Humor

SF's HellaSecret Crazy Funny Asians Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)

Free comedy showcase featuring top Bay Area comedians celebrating Asian-American culture, with RSVP required for free tickets.
Portland food
fromKqed
2 days ago

Indigenous Communities Reclaim Ancestral Lands and Waters | KQED

The Potter Valley Pomo tribe creates a community forest for youth camps and events, marking a significant cultural initiative in California.
France news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

France: Thousands join Paris suburb mayor to protest racism

A rally in Saint-Denis supported newly elected Black mayor Bally Bagayoko against racism and highlighted ongoing racial tensions in France.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 days ago

CM Won, education advocates rally against relocation of migrant families from LIC shelter - QNS

Community advocates rally against converting a family shelter into a site for single men, fearing displacement of families and disruption of children's education.
#cesar-chavez
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming Cesar E. Chavez Branch

Lawmakers are considering renaming locations named after César Chávez following serious sexual assault allegations against him.
Social justice
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

San Jose marks Farmworkers Day as community re-examines Cesar Chavez legacy

Cesar Chavez's legacy is being reevaluated amid recent allegations, impacting the community's perception and connection to him.
California
fromKqed
5 days ago

The Challenges in Removing Cesar Chavez's Name in California Cities | KQED

California officially changes Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers' Day amid sexual abuse allegations against Chavez.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
fromFast Company
5 days ago
Social justice

Cesar Chavez supporters face the painful question of what to do with the labor leader's legacy

East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming Cesar E. Chavez Branch

Lawmakers are considering renaming locations named after César Chávez following serious sexual assault allegations against him.
Social justice
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

San Jose marks Farmworkers Day as community re-examines Cesar Chavez legacy

Cesar Chavez's legacy is being reevaluated amid recent allegations, impacting the community's perception and connection to him.
California
fromKqed
5 days ago

The Challenges in Removing Cesar Chavez's Name in California Cities | KQED

California officially changes Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers' Day amid sexual abuse allegations against Chavez.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
fromFast Company
5 days ago
Social justice

Cesar Chavez supporters face the painful question of what to do with the labor leader's legacy

Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What to know about the controversial practice of orgasmic meditation'

Nicole Daedone's OneTaste, promoting orgasmic meditation, faced severe backlash after coercion allegations led to her federal prison sentence.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Gravesend Homeless Shelter Moves Forward Despite Protest

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani, despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
Books
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How American independent bookstores made a massive comeback

Independent bookstores have adapted and are thriving despite the rise of online shopping.
#san-francisco
Portland food
fromwww.7x7.com
2 days ago

31 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.6.26)

Experience diverse cultural events and culinary delights in San Francisco, including happy hours, art showcases, and special celebrations.
SF politics
from48 hills
3 days ago

SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery - 48 hills

San Francisco's financial outlook is improving, driven by increased tax revenues, particularly from high-end real estate transactions.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
San Francisco

Mayor Lurie May Discuss Bringing Back Pandas to SF Zoo During Sister Cities' Tour In Asia

Portland food
fromwww.7x7.com
2 days ago

31 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.6.26)

Experience diverse cultural events and culinary delights in San Francisco, including happy hours, art showcases, and special celebrations.
SF politics
from48 hills
3 days ago

SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery - 48 hills

San Francisco's financial outlook is improving, driven by increased tax revenues, particularly from high-end real estate transactions.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
San Francisco

Mayor Lurie May Discuss Bringing Back Pandas to SF Zoo During Sister Cities' Tour In Asia

fromMission Local
4 days ago

Upstairs, downstairs: On the trail with Saikat Chakrabarti's posse of Chinese-language canvassers

The group practiced a conversation with faux voters, with some new members still getting comfortable reading from the script. They were soon dispatched in pairs to the Sunset District to find actual voters.
SF politics
SF music
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

What Comes After

What Comes After is a choral event exploring themes of resilience and transformation through music and dialogue.
#california
fromKqed
3 days ago
California

New Citizens Reflect on State of US at Naturalization Ceremony | KQED

US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
California
fromKqed
3 days ago

New Citizens Reflect on State of US at Naturalization Ceremony | KQED

California's snowpack is at 18% of average, raising concerns for an early fire season despite reservoirs being above historic averages.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
Social justice
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Farmworkers conflicted on former Cesar Chavez Day: 'You can only judge a living person'

Farmworkers Day replaces Césár Chávez Day in response to allegations against Chávez, aiming to honor agricultural workers' contributions.
SOMA, SF
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Op-Ed: Don't Blow Sunday Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's budget cuts threaten the Sunday Streets program, vital for community health and cohesion, by eliminating significant funding from the Department of Public Health.
Los Angeles
fromKqed
6 days ago

Marching for Immigrant Rights, 20 Years Ago and Today | KQED

The 2006 immigrant rights marches in Los Angeles galvanized Latino organizing and continue to inspire current activism against anti-immigration policies.
fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

We're Living in Horrible Conditions for Meaningful Dissent

The repeated imagery of war has desensitized the public, lowering political stakes and altering perceptions of conflict.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

See Photos From New York's Historic Anti-Trump Marches

Art plays a crucial role in social movements, fostering connection and courage among participants.
#no-kings
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

After 'No Kings' rally, local organizers are looking to sustain momentum. What's next?

The 'No Kings' coalition in Boston emphasizes ongoing engagement and plans for May Day mobilization with weekly actions and community involvement.
US politics
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Your TL;DR for This Weekend's No Kings Protests

Over 8 million Americans participated in 'No Kings' protests against the administration's actions, marking a significant increase in public dissent.
California
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

90+ "No Kings" Bay Area Protests

Over 90 'No Kings' protests are scheduled across the Bay Area on March 28, 2026, including major marches and local demonstrations.
Mental health
fromMission Local
1 week ago

People We Meet: Ranjit Brar's 'horrible' road led him back to San Francisco

Ranjit Brar's journey illustrates the struggle between choosing a destructive path and the desire for a better life.
Design
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How the public changes spaces-and art-for the better

Public engagement enhances design, transforming spaces into vibrant community hubs that foster creativity and connection.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

SF Chinatown's historic Empress of China building being revived into cultural campus

The Empress of China building will be transformed into a cultural campus celebrating Chinese-American art, culture, and history.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
19 hours ago

SF's Family House celebrates 30 years of beloved 'Bobby the Bunny' at annual egg hunt

Bobby Thomas, known as Bobby the Bunny, celebrates 30 years of fundraising and support for families at San Francisco's Family House.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
#chinatown
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Ed Siu, Chinatown's 'complaint guy,' isn't here to make friends. He's here to get results.

Edward Siu's persistent complaints have led to significant improvements in Chinatown, including reduced homelessness and compensation for local businesses.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Ed Siu, Chinatown's 'complaint guy,' isn't here to make friends. He's here to get results.

Edward Siu's persistent complaints have led to significant improvements in Chinatown, including reduced homelessness and compensation for local businesses.
#lunar-new-year
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Brooklyn Bar Association celebrates borough's Asian-American legal community | amNewYork

Lunar New Year celebration in Brooklyn honors achievements of Asian-American legal professionals and recognizes growing cultural significance in New York.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Brooklyn Bar Association celebrates borough's Asian-American legal community | amNewYork

Lunar New Year celebration in Brooklyn honors achievements of Asian-American legal professionals and recognizes growing cultural significance in New York.
US politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Trans Nonprofits Brace For Funding Cuts When Community Needs Them Most

Nonprofits for the transgender community face funding cuts amid a significant city budget deficit, impacting support when it's most needed.
#transgender
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
NYC LGBT

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

Indelible is a forum for trans people to share their stories and foster understanding.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
4 days ago

"We are on pins and needles every day"

Trump's executive orders threaten federal funding for LGBTQ+ health organizations, creating uncertainty and anxiety for nonprofits serving transgender communities.
Social justice
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Who Was the San Francisco Man Who Sued the US Government 131 Years Ago Over Birthright Citizenship?

The Supreme Court is reviewing the applicability of the 14th Amendment to undocumented migrants' children, referencing the Wong Kim Ark case.
SF music
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

San Francisco museum named to prestigious list after just a year in business

The Counterculture Museum celebrates the 1960s and '70s rock era and has gained recognition as one of the world's greatest places.
NYC politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
6 days ago

Your Vote Decides Which New York Neighborhood Fix Mamdani Will Tackle Next

Over 11,600 New Yorkers participated in the Mayor's Municipal Madness to select city projects for repair by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

The security guard who greets everyone in Mission Dolores

Jose Oscar Hernandez, a beloved security guard, fosters community connections at Holy Family Day Home, enhancing the neighborhood's spirit with his daily greetings.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.
Arts
fromMission Local
1 week ago

After MCCLA's closure, S.F. cultural centers say City Hall is finally listening

Cautious optimism emerges for SOMArts despite recent funding cuts and instability in city arts funding.
Social justice
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Cascades of Freedom flow at San Francisco' Martin Luther King Jr. memorial

Yerba Buena Gardens features a significant monument to Martin Luther King Jr., promoting justice, peace, and reflection.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Saikat Chakrabarti is flooding the zone with canvassers, paying up to $45/hr for more than 250 of them

Chakrabarti adopts Lurie's campaign strategies, focusing on self-financing, anti-status quo messaging, and a large paid canvasser operation.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

Thousands turn out for Oakland No Kings march

Thousands protested across the U.S. against authoritarianism, with Oakland's No Kings march being one of the largest events, attracting 20,000 participants.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
1 week ago

'Get Down! Get Down! They're Gonna See Us!': Six Months of Hiding From ICE

Immigrant families in Chicago live in fear due to ICE raids, impacting their daily lives and sense of safety.
Mission District
from48 hills
2 days ago

John Elberling, advocate for economic and housing justice, dies at 79 - 48 hills

John Elberling advocated against gentrification and for housing justice in San Francisco, emphasizing the human cost of unchecked commercial growth.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Meet the people driving trans visibility in San Francisco

The International Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates trans contributions, with activists like Cal Calamia advocating for non-binary inclusion in sports.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Big change for California small businesses: No more SBA loans for non-citizens

Green-card holders are now ineligible for SBA loans, impacting immigrant entrepreneurs and potentially harming job creation and the economy.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Sunday Streets meets fundraising goal to host half-season of neighborhood street festivals

Sunday Streets secured funding to hold a half-season in 2026 despite previous threats of cancellation due to city funding cuts.
Social justice
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship, SF Advocates Are Ready to Stand Up | KQED

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could redefine birthright citizenship established by the 14th Amendment.
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

SF's Free "Trans Day of Visibility" Festival (Boeddeker Park)

Join us for a vibrant Trans Day of Visibility Festival at Boeddeker Park in the heart of the Tenderloin and The Transgender District, March 29th 2026. Expect sickening performances, powerful vocals, community vibes.
SF LGBT
Social justice
fromHarper's BAZAAR
4 days ago

The Women of the Bund Fought to Free Their Loved Ones

Visitation at Rikers Island highlights the strength and solidarity of women supporting incarcerated loved ones amidst systemic humiliation and bureaucratic obstacles.
US news
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

San Francisco's Chinatown celebrated Eileen Gu. Others are more conflicted.

Eileen Gu, a U.S.-born Olympic skier who competed for China, faced conservative backlash for being labeled a traitor, while her San Francisco parade reception contrasted sharply with the enthusiastic embrace of American-born figure skater Alysa Liu who competed for the USA.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

On Chavez, People, and Power

A respected figure was revealed to have caused harm to vulnerable individuals, prompting a call for accountability and reflection on past actions and movements.
Social justice
fromBronx Times
6 days ago

'No War, No ICE, No Kings': Hundreds Rally in the Bronx for No Kings Day - Bronx Times

Hundreds gathered in the Bronx for the No Kings rally, protesting against executive power consolidation and ICE actions affecting local communities.
Mission District
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Weekend Roundup: Activists Install Posts in S.F., Hopkins Fight Renews in Berkeley - Streetsblog San Francisco

Activists installed temporary traffic calming infrastructure at a deadly San Francisco intersection after a child was killed, demonstrating that safety improvements can be implemented quickly when city officials delay action.
fromKqed
1 month ago

Chinatown Street to Be Renamed for Rescuer of Trafficked Girls

I first encountered Tien Fuh Wu at the beginning of my tenure at Cameron House, [and] I was immediately struck by her presence. As I learned more about her life, it became clear that Tien was foundational to the legacy of Cameron House, yet her contributions have not been fully publicly recognized.
Mission District
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