‘Like a bomb hit’ Scots moan as grim reality of Glasgow revealed after best city list says it’s better than Barcelona

GLASGOW has been named one of the best cities in the world – beating the likes of Barcelona and San Francisco. Travel experts at Time Out have just released their Best Cities in the World list – a global snapshot of city living, with an emphasis on the factors which they believe make cities great … Read more

SF karaoke bar kept staff tips and denied breaks, lawsuits claim

A San Francisco karaoke joint has been accused of unfair business practices, including keeping staff tips and adjusting staff time sheets, according to two lawsuits first reported by the San Francisco Business Times. Attorneys representing two former employees at Pandora Karaoke & Bar filed separate lawsuits against Pandora Karaoke Inc. and its owner Timmy Choy … Read more

SF Giants reportedly pursuing coveted international prospect

Shota Imanaga pitches during the 2023 World Baseball Classic Championship game between Team USA and Team Japan on March 21, 2023 in Miami, Florida. Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images The San Francisco Giants hope that third time’s the charm with their pursuit of a Japanese prospect this offseason, as their sights are reportedly now set on … Read more

Owner of six Bay Area radio stations files for bankruptcy

FILE: The radio and podcast giant that owns Bay Area radio stations KCBS, 102.1 Jams and 95.7 The Game filed for bankruptcy. NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images The radio and podcast giant that owns Bay Area radio stations KCBS, 102.1 Jams and 95.7 The Game has filed for bankruptcy. Philadelphia-based Audacy announced it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection … Read more

Philz Coffee closes San Francisco headquarters, moves to Oakland

Philz Coffee has closed its San Francisco Dogpatch headquarters and moved to Oakland, Calif. Smith Collection/Gado/Gado via Getty Images Philz Coffee has closed its headquarters in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood and moved to Oakland, as first reported by the San Francisco Examiner.  Both the popular coffee chain’s corporate offices and cafe at the 1258 Minnesota St. … Read more

A guide to California’s San Bruno Mountain State & County Park

Views of natural beauty and San Francisco landmarks reward visitors to California’s San Bruno Mountain State & County Park. ednatg/Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’ve flown into San Francisco International Airport, you’ve likely seen the broadcast towers that mark the San Bruno Mountain State & County Park. The sprawling park is an oasis amidst the rapidly developing … Read more

Anonymous private owner donates ‘very unusual’ California land

A view of redwood trees in the Santa Cruz Mountains.  EyeWolf/Getty Images One hundred twenty acres of the Upper Zayante Watershed in the Santa Cruz Mountains were recently donated to the Sempervirens Fund by anonymous private landowners, marking a major step forward in conservation efforts that could aid in the recovery of endangered coho salmon and help … Read more

Buzzy yet controversial Oakland restaurant closes for good

Tacos served at Calavera in Oakland.  Alex M./Yelp Calavera, a buzzy yet controversial Mexican restaurant in Oakland’s Uptown neighborhood known for its wide assortment of mezcal, toasted chapulines and carnitas tacos, permanently closed on Saturday after just over eight years in business.  “This is not the way we wanted the new year to start, however, … Read more

Coachella has reportedly chosen at least two headliners

Lana Del Rey performs at Day 4 of Glastonbury Festival 2023 on June 24, 2023, in Glastonbury, England.  Joseph Okpako/WireImage Rumors are flooding the internet that Lana Del Rey and Tyler, the Creator have been tapped to headline Coachella 2024. Doja Cat is believed to be a likely third headliner. The rumors began thanks to a … Read more

DOT reveals reason for vast majority of flight delays

A flight approaches the airport in San Diego, Calif. K.C. Alfred/Getty Images In this week’s airline news, the Transportation Department said the flight cancellation rate in 2023 dropped by almost 50% from the previous year, and the rate over the year-end holidays was even lower; DOT also said the vast majority of flight delays were caused … Read more