Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Live Shots: Metric rode the indie sleaze revival to a triumphant return

Old World underground, here we are now: nostalgic anthems, smudged mascara, black tights from Canadian synth stalwarts.
Music D.A. Mission -
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The Chron discovers, sort of, that Wiener’s housing bills are a con

Finally, a story that mentions the real issue: Cities can't force developers to build
Housing Zelda Bronstein -
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48 Hills wins 9 California Journalism Awards—thanks to our generous readers!

Continuing our Division 7 streak with first place nods in Fine Arts Writing and Video Journalism, plus Health Reporting, Music Writing wins, more
Culture Marke B. -
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Screen Grabs: Famous artists choose their favorite flick (and you can watch)

Fraenkel Film Fest links visual arts. Plus: sexy-synthy 'Onda Nova,' poet Mary Oliver doc, Turkish mystery 'Burning Days,' more movies
Movies Dennis Harvey -
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The Agenda

In a surreal hearing, supes move to cut affordable housing requirements

Tim Redmond -
Plus: A key vote on public power at a diminished Planning Commission, and a dramatic change to 'housing first' policy ... That's The Agenda for July 5-12
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Music

Under the Stars: Oakland’s Satya hits hard and deep with Kodachrome debut ‘Yellow House’

John-Paul Shiver -
Plus: Jared Mattson and Ruban Nielson bring liminal sounds to Cafe du Nord, Wewantsounds heralds Hadley Caliman, RIP James Blood Ulmer, more.
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Elections

Why are socialists winning in NYC—but not in ‘progressive’ SF?

Tim Redmond -
We may not have a Mamdani—yet—but there are hints of change in recent political developments.
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Big Week

BIG WEEK: SF Mime Troupe, Fillmore Jazz Fest, Future of Us, Destiny Muhammad…

Marke B. -
UGHmerica the Beautiful, World Cup at the Chapel, Sweater Funk, Limitless Film Series, Ralph's Coffee, Todd Terje, more to do!
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Screen Grabs: On America’s birthday, a scathing oligarch slapdown returns

Movies Dennis Harvey -
'Citizen Kane' rides again. Plus: Julie Carmen's colorful career, hilarious 'She's the He,' a Studio Ghibli legend, more movies
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In Cuba, blackouts and resilience

Opinion Mark Ginsburg -
Trump's blockade is taking a terrible toll, but Cubans continue to resist. A report from the Building Relations with Cuban Labor delegation visit.
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Drama Masks: Send in the clowns, they’re already here

Stage Review Charles Lewis III -
Circus Bella sticks to thrilling formula while adding new tricks, making a statement without flipping into politics.
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All aboard the ‘Goal Rush’: SFMTA hops on World Cup fever with local watch parties

Transportation Alan Chazaro -
Catch soccer with the sea lions or grab a brew at a local pub—for prizes—as public transport whisks you from game to game.
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Percussion wizard Carlos Niño feels a sparkling transition

Music John-Paul Shiver -
Improvisational player-composer has been everywhere lately, holding 'space' as a visionary jazz wave pushes through.
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Politicized federal funding rule could spell disaster for California aid programs

News + Politics Bruce Mirken -
OMB's breathtakingly broad proposal would subject disaster recovery, medical research, healthcare, more to ideological review.
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Again, Jenkins takes dubious case to trial—and loses. It’s a disturbing pattern

Crime Tim Redmond -
A felony charge over $54 worth of underpants (that weren't even stolen). This is what the current DA is doing to clog the courts
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Good Taste: Summer’s delicious coming attractions

Good Taste Tamara Palmer -
Turkish delights, fresh food halls, exciting expansions—and some old favorites return to the scene.
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Politicians know they’ll get booed at Trans March; harassment from cops is real issue

Opinion Gabriel Haaland -
Officials like Wiener are always confronted at radical event. But why did SFPD show overwhelming force at march and party?
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A Friday police riot and a glorious peaceful Sunday for Pride…

The Agenda Tim Redmond -
... Plus: Why is an attack on affordable housing happening the day before the July 4 weekend—and the Giants players and Sen. Hawley need to go back to Bible School. That's The Agenda for June 28-July 5
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Supes reject $28 million in Lurie budget cuts

City Hall Tim Redmond -
Agreement restores funding for critical services—but why was this so hard?
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High Sierra Music Fest still grooves, now moves within easier reach of the Bay

Music Marke B. -
Now in Grass Valley, the 34-year-old family-friendly blast boasts a stellar lineup for full immersion or just a daytime dip.
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