Bay Area Updates
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Closes Again
Bay Area Updates, What's Closed / What's Open Unfortunately, as of November 11, Boardwalk rides and mini golf are now closed again due to Santa Cruz County re-entering the “Red” Tier. Outdoor games, shopping, and the new “Boardwalk Racers” pedal karts remain open. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, California’s oldest amusement park (est. 1907), was the first theme park in the more...
SF Moves Homeless Out of Hotels & Into Permanent Housing
Bay Area Updates, City Insight, Getting Help, Only in San Francisco San Francisco initiates first phase of its plan to eventually move 2,300 people out of hotels and into stable housing solutions, ensuring that people exit into stability and not the street. San Francisco’s Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) and non-profit partner agencies have begun a concerted effort to identify more...
New Parking Meter Pilot Program Coming to SF
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Only in San Francisco Beginning Monday, Nov. 9, the SFMTA will test pay-by-license-plate system at existing parking meters on Indiana Street in the Dogpatch area. Drivers who pay at the meter will enter their license plate number instead of their parking space number. It is hoped that the new system can allow the City to more...
Oakland’s Kamala Harris is Vice President-Elect
Bay Area Updates, Election Now that the Associated Press and most major news outlets have projected that Joe Biden as won the presidency, Oakland native, former Alameda County and San Francisco District Attorney and current U.S. Senator from California, Kamala Harris is now the Vice-President-Elect. WATCH SF CELEBRATE LIVE Watch San Francisco & Oakland street celebrations more...
Castro Theatre’s Iconic Sign Lights Up Again
Bay Area Updates, Only in San Francisco Many locals may have noticed that Castro Theatre’s iconic sign had been dark for many months. The historic theater had shuttered their doors and turned off their marquee and blade sign in mid-March. However, thanks to SFGate for letting us know that the Castro’s signature sign is back, for now. Thanks to more...
24ft Big Waves Coming to Bay Area Beaches
Bay Area Updates Thanks to SFGate for tipping us off that big swells are expected to pound the shores along the Central Coast on Friday. A big storm coming down from Alaska into the Bay Area is expecting to bring big waves to Bay Area beaches. The National Weather Service issues a High Surf Advisory more...
Wild Pigs Wreak Havoc in San Jose
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy San Jose has a wild pig problem. About two dozen feral pigs have been wreaking havoc on the Coyote Creek Golf Course in San Jose. The feral pigs have been coming onto the fairways and digging up the grass in pursuit of grubs. KRON4 spoke with the general manager Mike Fish who more...
Stunning Marin Hiking Trails Now Off-Limits to Public
Bay Area Updates Thanks to SF Gate for letting us know that four hiking trails on an undeveloped, 110-acre tract of land in Tiburon have been ruled off limits to the public in a court ruling this week. The trails in dispute are the Ridge Trail, the Spanish Trail and the northern and southern more...
Bay Area’s Most Congested Freeway Opens New Express Lane
Bay Area Updates, Brand New Commuters traveling on one of the Bay Area’s busiest afternoon commutes should hopefully see some relief. A brand new express way on I-680 has just opened. Toll collection won’t start until spring 2021; for now, these lanes are functioning as HOV 2+ carpool lanes only from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. more...
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Reopens November 7th
Bay Area Updates, Fun & Games, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, California’s oldest amusement park (est. 1907), will be the first theme park in the state to reopen, after a 7 month closure. Mayor Newsom announced recently that smaller amusements parks counties in Tier 3, with a capacity of less than 15,000 guests, can reopen at 25% capacity more...
Bay Bridge Traffic Returns: Nearly Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Bay Area Updates If you’ve driven over the Bay Bridge lately, you may have noticed there’s a lot more cars on the road lately. Unfortunately, ABC7 reported that traffic over the Bay Bridge has returned; it’s now about 90% of pre-pandemic levels. The increased traffic is likely due to the economy opening back up. more...
There is Only One Bay Area Holiday Ice Rink for 2020-21
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open The holidays will look a little different this year. Sadly, it looks like most holiday ice rinks are not opening up this year, but we did find two seasonal outdoor ice rinks where you can still skate around for some holiday cheer. UPDATE – As of 11/6/20 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk more...
SF Businesses Board Up Ahead of Election Night
Bay Area Updates, Election In a sight that’s too familiar in 2020, many San Francisco businesses are boarding up their windows in anticipation of potential civil unrest on Election night. While everyone hopes the election results come in smoothly, preparations are being made to prepare for potential looting and rioting that might occur. SF Chronicle more...
Most Bay Area Holiday Ice Rinks Won’t Be Opening This Year
Bay Area Updates, What's Closed / What's Open Sadly, it looks like most of the Bay Area’s outdoor ice skating rinks that typically pop up for the holidays won’t be opening this year. Many of the Bays seasonal ice rinks recently announced they won’t be opening due to the ongoing pandemic. Operators have noted that everyone’s health and safety more...
Goodbye to San Francisco’s Iconic 83-Year Old Coca Cola Sign
Bay Area Updates, Goodbye, Only in San Francisco Thanks to Broke-Ass Stuart for tipping us off that San Francisco is losing its iconic Coca Cola sign. San Francisco’s most famous billboard was installed in 1937 to coincide with the opening of the Bay Bridge. Although, it’s not the original sign (it’s been upgraded over the years), it’s stood 112 more...
