After Engardio recall, the next step in SF politics

Plus: Folsom brings the rope, author Michael Luo, Pateka's experimental legacy, glorious Double Cross Trail.

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Today's headlines:

The Engardio recall, Yimby urbanist elitism, and the next step in SF politics

By Tim Redmond
Is there a potential alliance around growth and development that brings together a broad range of voters?

Folsom 2025 brings Twisted Windows, joyful gates, a continually expanding Playground

By Joshua Rotter
Four of the kinky fair's players take us behind the juicy scenes (and history) of this year's fetish fest.

Under the Stars: Debut from Richmond’s Pateka calls on Bay Area experimental legacy

By John-Paul Shiver
...Portola Fest, Ron Carter, Kim Anh, Pauly D, Pino Palladino, Cheryl Dunye's favorite flicks and more to do!

Best of the Bay 2025 Editors’ Pick: Double Cross Trail

By Nicole Gluckstern
A 14-plus-mile trek from Fort Funston to Pier 23 provides a chance to 'get away'—while reveling in hometown beauty.

Writer Michael Luo is ready for the happy ending

By Emily Wilson
'Strangers in the Land' author shares what his deeply researched book on Chinese immigration history has in common with 'KPop Demon Hunters.'

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