SF Bay Area

Why You Might Accidentally Be In A Cult
The Zizians, a radical death cult, have been accused of recruiting transgender members and killing people who hold “petty authority,” while other cults in the Bay Area include Crossfit, Shen Yun, SoulCycle, and cryptocurrency fanatics.

The Envelope: A Short Film About Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever finished a project only to find yourself unable to turn it in? You got all the hard work done but now that it’s time for people to see it, your hands get itchy and your noggin starts sweating. Bay Area director Jayson Johnson has created a short

Martinez Oil Refinery Belches Half-Ton of Sulphur Dioxide into Atmosphere
Saturday’s blaze at the Martinez oil refinery belched over half a ton of sulphur dioxide (SO2) into the atmosphere. The noxious fumes triggered a Level 2 Hazmat alert that progressed to Level 3. Residents nearby received warnings to seal doors and windows as they shelter in place until further notice.

How 32 Goats Saved East Bay Homes from Fire
A herd of 32 goats and 4 sheep owned by East Bay Goat Grazing played a crucial role in limiting the impact of the Oakland Keller fire by creating a defensible space, which helped firefighters stop the fire at the ranch.

SF Cannabis Hero Survives Shooting, Kicks Death’s Ass Yet Again
Martin Olive, owner of the oldest dispensary in San Francisco, has survived two near-death experiences, including a recent shooting, and is currently recovering.

Why Grimes’ Love of SF And Elon’s Hate of It Are Caused By The Exact Same Thing
Elon Musk has made a name for himself in a number of ways, he’s a tech entrepreneur, a geriatric shitposter, and most recently, a Sieg Heiling Trump supporter, but long before he and his supporters used autism as a defense against allegations of Nazism, he was an outspoken hater of

Will Daniel Lurie Bring a New Tech Boom to San Francisco?
Daniel Lurie, San Francisco’s newly elected mayor, has expressed his commitment to making the city a hub for AI innovation, while also addressing issues such as public safety, housing, and corporate partnerships.

Historic Building vs. Fire Station: A Fight Nobody Wants
447 Battery Might Be Stripped of Historic Designation What might happen if the precedent of removing historic designation succeeds? What’s the historic designation program? What does it entail? And why? In San Francisco, historic preservation has a reputation corroded by bad neighbors who want to preserve views. Armchair spectators imagine