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‘The Joy of Making’, Thomas Kong’s Work
Thomas Kong’s Work in “Chicago” at Casemore Gallery, San Francisco.

What It’s Like Canvasing for Kamala in Nevada
Steven T. Jones and his wife Lisa volunteered for the Kamala Harris campaign in Nevada, canvassing door-to-door and attending a vice presidential debate watch party, where they encountered a mix of supporters and opponents of the candidate.

How Dark Garden Became SF’s Corsetry Haven for 35 Years
Autumn Addame’s Dark Garden has been creating exquisite designs for 35 years, and her annual Femme-centric soiree Praise is an antidote to the heavy male aspects of Folsom Street Fair, featuring live music, local and imported performers, and even Argentine Tango dancers.

Why do People Still Back Trump, After Everything? 5 Things to Understand About MAGA
Donald Trump’s supporters see him as a fighter who can save America from a “radical left” apocalypse, and view him as a savior, while critics see him as a threat to democracy, a misogynist, a racist, a serial liar, and a rapist.

Why Silicon Valley Is Trying So Hard to Kill This AI Bill in California
California’s Senate Bill 1047, which offers protection to whistleblowers and citizens, has been met with opposition from tech companies, startups, and investors, but is supported by prominent AI researchers and whistleblowers.

Chipotle Using Robots in California After $20 per Hour Wage Begins
Chipotle Mexican Grill is piloting an automatic avocado peeler and pitter machine at one California location, and an automatic bowl and salad machine at another, as higher minimum wages increase relative yields from automation.

Over 2,000 SF Hotel Workers Went on Strike Over Labor Day Weekend
Approx. 2,080 San Francisco and San Mateo hotel workers went on strike and demonstrated over Labor Day weekend for better wages and workloads.

Free Video Preservation for SF Residents at Playback Lab
DIY community lab for digitizing analog media, home videos, and San Francisco’s hidden stories