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A mayoral security scuffle in the Tenderloin, Lunar New Year parade drama with Eileen Gu, and another IKEA food hall closure. Reggie Aqui has the news #inrealtime 🗞️

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Ousted DHS chief Noem praises Lurie, saying he works ‘very well’ with feds “[Lurie] probably doesn’t want me to talk about it a lot,” said Kristi Noem at a big city police conference in Tennessee on Thursday. “He has been cooperative, we have great conversations and we talk quite often.”

Just in: “[Lurie] probably doesn’t want me to talk about it a lot,” said ousted DHS secretary Kristi Noem at a big city police conference in Tennessee on Thursday. “He has been cooperative, we have great conversations and we talk quite often.”

Ousted DHS chief Noem praises Lurie, saying he works ‘very well’ with feds “[Lurie] probably doesn’t want me to talk about it a lot,” said Kristi Noem at a big city police conference in Tennessee on Thursday. “He has been cooperative, we have great conversations and we talk quite often.”

“[Lurie] probably doesn’t want me to talk about it a lot,” said Kristi Noem at a big city police conference in Tennessee on Thursday. “He has been cooperative, we have great conversations and we talk quite often.”

San Francisco Centre mall just sold. Petition gatherers are cashing in. And “engineer” might be out. Reggie Aqui with SF news in real time.
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In 2025, we brought Sundown Cinema back. And this year, we’re leveling up with five free films in your favorite parks across San Francisco, presented by Amazon.

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San Francisco’s dead downtown mall sold to local development group Presidio Bay and Prado Group have emerged as the winning bidder for the shuttered shopping center with plans to turn sections into housing and office space.

Presidio Bay and Prado Group have emerged as the winning bidder for the shuttered shopping center with plans to turn sections into housing and office space.

Mission Bay is mourning. A new club is getting roasted. And 1980s glamour is back on the menu.

Reggie Aqui breaks the news down in 90 seconds: the tragic death of a 2-year-old at a crash-prone intersection (and what could change next), the rocky debut of Club Dark at Shed A, and Juju’s bid to

Union Square is at a crossroads: luxury labels or everyday life? A new survey suggests San Franciscans want more places to actually eat, shop, and linger — not just window-shop.
Meanwhile, the mayor is eyeing to cut 500 jobs as the city stares down a massive deficit, and a new study basically says

Waymo’s new rides might be moving a little… slow 🐢
Plus: Why ICE arrests have quietly stalled at SF’s immigration court — and the Peet’s closure that hit the Castro harder than you’d think.

This is In Real Time. Read the complete stories at SFStandard.com

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anyone else personally victimized by the strokes ticketmaster queue?

RIP Katz Bagels and Toast & Egg — forever in our hearts

Not sure what’s happening in SF, but the second-hand market for giant breakfast food decor is apparently booming 🥯🪽

Transamerica Pyramid to be sold to Cyprus investment firm The Michael Shvo-led group in charge of the skyscraper had been under scrutiny for its lavish spending at one of San Francisco’s most recognizable properties.

The Michael Shvo-led group in charge of the skyscraper had been under scrutiny for its lavish spending at one of San Francisco’s most recognizable properties.

All 9 bodies recovered at site of Tahoe avalanche Each of the victims of Tuesday’s deadly avalanche at Castle Peak near Truckee has now been recovered and identified, including three mountain guides and four people with ties to the Bay Area. The fina...

All 9 bodies recovered from Tahoe avalanche, Nevada County Sheriff’s Office says (by @cfarivar.bsky.social)

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Star Trek: Starfleet Academy wants you to flash the Vulcan salute at Pier 39 🖖 Live long and prosper, San Francisco! 🖖 Flash the Vulcan salute at Pier 39 shops to score free Star Trek pins and swag through Feb. 19. Beam yourself over before it’s too late!

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ wants you to flash the Vulcan salute at Pier 39 (by @fitzthereporter.bsky.social)

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Don’t call it reform: Nobody likes the proposed ‘streamlining’ of the SF Police Commission Even the task force chairman and the police union say changes are a bad idea.

Why everyone hates the streamlining of the SF police commission sfstandard.com/2026/02/13/d...

Inside the allegations against a San Francisco social climber accused of sex crimes Mickey Gerold led a seemingly charmed life of private clubs and powerful friends. But behind closed doors, his ex claims, he coerced her into sex work.

Mickey Gerold led a seemingly charmed life of private clubs and powerful friends. But behind closed doors, his ex claims, he coerced her into sex work.

San Francisco’s first public school teachers strike in 47 years started today with picket lines across the city and a rally at Civic Center. Schools will remain closed on Tuesday. Read live updates: bit.ly/3OxhZ2D

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SFUSD teachers’ strike starts Monday despite mayor’s timeout request Less than 24 hours before school starts Monday, there’s zero certainty. Mayor Lurie and Nancy Pelosi asked for a three-day timeout. The union said no. The district gave conflicting messages. Schools: ...

Teachers’ strike set for Monday as SFUSD negotiations stall, leaving parents in limbo

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Super Bowl weekend sees hundreds of private jets touch down across Bay Area From Jay-Z to NFL owners, the ultra-wealthy are landing in the Bay Area ahead of the Super Bowl. Hundreds of private jets have touched down at SFO, OAK, and smaller airports, including a handful of $8...

Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s $80M luxury jet has landed (twice!) for the Super Bowl (by @cfarivar.bsky.social)

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SF’s March for Billionaires was not what onlookers expected A March for Billionaires showed up in San Francisco. Many assumed it was satire. Some were disappointed to learn it wasn’t. By the time the march reached Fillmore Street, hecklers and jokes outnumbere...

SF hosts a March for Billionaires. Many laugh at them

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Cardi B surprises Mission crowd at private pre-Super Bowl bash The City got a loud “hello” from Cardi B, who performed songs from Am I the Drama? on Friday night.

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Cardi B spotted in San Francisco ahead of Super Bowl 60 👀

Cardi B surprises Mission crowd at private pre-Super Bowl bash The City got a loud “hello” from Cardi B, who performed songs from Am I the Drama? on Friday night.

Cardi B surprises Mission crowd at private pre-Super Bowl bash (by @cfarivar.bsky.social)

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An early Valentine from a reader landed on our desk this week 💌 A small reminder of why we do this and how grateful we are to be part of San Francisco’s story.

Bay Area cycling community rallies after Alex Pretti’s death Rides in San Francisco and Oakland are part of a global tribute to the nurse killed in Minneapolis by federal authorities.

The @sfstandard.com has new details about the Oakland ride in honor of Alex Pretti, and great photos by Jungho Kim.

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SFUSD strike: Teachers vote to approve work stoppage Roughly 6,000 San Francisco educators may soon hit the picket lines, prompting a scramble for child care.

BREAKING: Risking fury from parents, SF teachers vote to approve first school strike since ’79

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Three juveniles shot blocks from City Hall, one killed Police responded to reports of gunfire Friday evening near Golden Gate Avenue and Laguna Street. No arrests have been announced.

Three juveniles shot blocks from City Hall, one fatally, SFPD say (by @cfarivar.bsky.social)

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We asked San Franciscans how they're embracing joy in 2026 — these were some of their answers. How are you prioritizing your happiness this year? 👀💬

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