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Isaac Julien's retrospective at the de Young Museum, titled "I Dream a World," showcases his video installations and films, exploring themes of diaspora and identity. The exhibition features ten multi-channel video installations and three early films, challenging traditional museum experiences. It runs from April 12 to July 13, 2025.
A two-day workshop on croissants, Danishes, and kouign-amann will take place from April 29 to May 9, 2025. Participants can learn to create these pastries, enhancing their baking skills. The event is categorized under "Events and Attractions."
A driver killed 11 people at a Filipino festival in Vancouver, triggering a wave of grief and resolve among Filipino Americans in the Bay Area. Community leaders are expanding safety initiatives and hosting cultural events to honor the victims and foster solidarity. Upcoming celebrations will include workshops and fundraisers to support those affected by the tragedy.
Residents in San Francisco's Mission District express frustration over ongoing drug use and loitering issues, exacerbated by police presence. One neighbor described daily struggles with cleaning up the mess left by others, stating, "It’s been hell living here." Tensions escalated when a confrontation occurred between him and a nearby man.
Vendors at the 16th Street BART Plaza negotiate sales from shopping bags as a police presence aims to curb street vending. While some areas remain clean, side streets show signs of neglect, with scattered trash and abandoned items. The ongoing crackdown highlights challenges in maintaining public spaces amidst vendor activity.
South San Francisco police fatally shot a man during a shootout on Arroyo Drive Monday evening. The suspect, a white man in his 60s, allegedly fired at police and into an occupied home before being pronounced dead at the scene. No officers or civilians were injured, and the incident prompted a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents.
Oakland teachers plan a one-day strike on May 1 to protest unfair labor conditions. The strike highlights ongoing tensions between educators and the school district regarding working conditions. Residents near Jefferson Square Park report feeling safer after a recent SFPD raid.
A fatal police shooting in South San Francisco stemmed from a dispute over a tree branch, according to neighbors. Meanwhile, the Berkeley City Council passed a resolution supporting Gaza after lengthy debate, while the SF Mime Troupe seeks to raise $236,000 to avoid cutting its 2025 season.
San Francisco city departments have left between $53 million and $80 million in unspent funds annually, according to a new report. The findings raise concerns about fiscal transparency as the city faces an $818 million deficit. Supervisor Jackie Fielder is calling for accountability measures in response to the report's revelations.
International tourist visits to California have dropped significantly since Donald Trump's return to office, with Canadian tourism down 15.5% and Mexican tourism down 24.2%. Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a campaign to attract Canadian visitors amid concerns over trade tensions and immigration anxiety. The decline in international tourists poses challenges for California's tourism industry, particularly as the May 7 Real ID deadline approaches.