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Noisebridge, a free hackerspace in San Francisco, faces a financial crisis, needing to raise $50,000 by December to avoid closure. The space, which supports tech enthusiasts and those learning new skills, has only three months of funding left, largely due to declines in donations and increased operating costs after a recent move. Volunteers emphasize their commitment to keeping the space accessible despite the challenges.
UCSF professor Joseph DeRisi highlighted the challenges of researching rare diseases during a public lecture, emphasizing the need for funding and innovative approaches. He detailed his lab's work on Balamuthia mandrillaris, a brain-eating amoeba that causes fatal infections, and discussed the potential of drug repurposing to find treatments.
Desmond Cannady, a 24-year-old barber, provides haircuts for $20 on the streets of San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, where he also offers free cuts monthly. Cannady, who learned to cut hair as a teenager, aims to uplift his clients with conversations about hope and change. After serving time in jail, he returned to reconnect with the community and use his talent to make a difference.
More than 1,000 people attended the 44th annual Día de los Muertos procession in San Francisco's Mission District on Sunday. The event featured Aztec dancers, street vendors, and numerous altars honoring deceased loved ones. Attendees celebrated their heritage and remembered those who have passed away.
San Francisco supervisors may regain the ability to solicit donations from city contractors under proposed legislation from Supervisor Rafael Mandelman. The measure aims to amend the restrictions imposed by Proposition E, which prohibits soliciting funds from individuals with city ties. Supporters argue it would enhance supervisors' effectiveness, while critics question the potential for accountability.
Pinky Midili, a 62-year-old LGBTQ+ advocate, lives at Jazzie’s Place in San Francisco and is known for his colorful personality and collection of stuffed animals. Despite battling health issues, including congestive heart failure, Pinky engages with his community, sharing joy through his plushies and music. His story highlights the challenges and resilience of marginalized individuals in urban environments.
A new mural celebrating both Russian and Mexican cultures has been unveiled at Cinderella Bakery's upcoming Mission District location. The mural, titled "Viva Victoria," features traditional Russian nesting dolls and honors the legacy of the former La Victoria panadería. It represents a community effort to integrate diverse cultural histories as the bakery prepares to open its doors next year.
Residents of San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood express frustration over the delayed opening of a promised community room in the newly constructed Shirley Chisholm Village, an affordable housing project. Developer MidPen Housing states it cannot open the space until a full-time tenant is found. Neighbors had anticipated the community room as a vital public gathering space, especially after the loss of a beloved park.
Nearly 500,000 young Californians aged 16 to 24 are neither in school nor employed, with men disproportionately affected. Governor Gavin Newsom has highlighted the urgent need to address this crisis, particularly among young men facing social and emotional challenges. Jodeah Wilson, a Sacramento State University student, exemplifies these struggles as he faces unemployment and financial instability.
San Francisco lacks public electric-wheelchair charging stations, frustrating users like Fiona Hinze and Allen Jones. Despite significant funding for electric vehicle charging ports, wheelchair users feel neglected and confined due to the absence of accessible charging options. City officials claim they are addressing the issue, but progress remains slow.