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SF philanthropy, nonprofits feel squeeze of Trump presidency

4 days ago | sfexaminer.com | Adam Shanks

People opposed to Donald Trump’s agenda met his first presidential term in 2017 with outrage and the opening of wallets. With Trump back in the White House, San Francisco nonprofits and philanthropic foundations say their need for support remains extraordinary.
More than 400,000 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard

5 days ago | sfexaminer.com | Aimee Ortiz

More than 400,000 Casely wireless phone chargers were recalled Thursday over concerns that they could pose a fire hazard, officials said. Casely, a company based in the New York City borough of Brooklyn, received 51 reports of lithium-ion batteries inside the power banks overheating, expanding or catching fire while consumers were charging their phones, causing at least six minor burn injuries, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a notice.
Faith leader wants to help SF redevelop 'our community muscles'

5 days ago | sfexaminer.com | James Salazar

As the leader of Calvary Presbyterian Church in the Pacific Heights neighborhood, Reverend Marci Glass has ushered her congregants through many obstacles. Arriving in San Francisco by way of Boise, Idaho, nearly five years ago, the reverend’s initial years were spent maneuvering congregants through the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent months have brought different obstacles, as Calvary Presbyterian Church’s faith community operates under President Donald Trump’s administration.
What Trump tariffs, US-China trade war mean for SF tourism

5 days ago | sfexaminer.com | Adam Shanks |Greg Wong

Thinking about visiting the United States? Think carefully. That’s the message an increasing number of governments are sending their citizens amid the global tensions caused by President Donald Trump, who has embarked on trade wars and implemented harsh border security measures since taking office in January. The Chinese government issued a travel advisory for its citizens April 8 and implored them to think carefully before traveling or studying in the United States.
San Francisco Easter 2025: Egg hunts, family-friendly events

6 days ago | sfexaminer.com | James Salazar

It’s time to hop to it and make your plans for Easter, with The Examiner rounding up seven family-friendly events this weekend to celebrate the Christian religious holiday. Chase Center and KMEL-FM’s “The Sana G Morning Show” hosts an Easter egg hunt in Bayfront Park, one of The City’s newest green spaces. Nearby Thrive City will host a celebration afterward, complete with live entertainment, games and family photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny.
SF Mayor Daniel Lurie touts progress but avoids victory lap

6 days ago | sfexaminer.com | Adam Shanks

It’s a start. San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie marked his first 100 days in office with an unassuming, modest event down the street from his new professional home in City Hall on Thursday. The mayor basked in the improved outlook in San Francisco, claiming that “for the first time in five years, people feel San Francisco is headed in the right direction.” But he also acknowledged the gauntlet of challenges ahead. “I’m incredibly proud of what we’re building, but I’m not satisfied.
SF Exploratorium artist residency wants your application

1 week ago | sfexaminer.com | James Salazar

The Exploratorium is, for the first time, accepting applications for its next artist in residence. Project director Ann Meisinger said the open call ensures the program is “the most inclusive … it could be.” She said she “can’t wait to see the breadth of who’s interested in this program.”The 2025-26 artist in residence will follow in the footsteps of legendary San Francisco artist Ruth Asawa and sculptor Ned Kahn, who worked under the tutelage of Exploratorium founder Frank Oppenheimer.
What to know about Trump's antitrust efforts against tech giants

1 week ago | sfexaminer.com | David McCabe

WASHINGTON -- The Trump administration isn't letting up on the tech giants. On Thursday, a federal judge ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in some online advertising technology. And on Monday, the Justice Department will argue that a federal judge should separately force Google to sell its Chrome web browser as it kicks off a three-week hearing about how to address the company's search monopoly.
Trump cuts likely to curtail study of climate change's health effects

1 week ago | sfexaminer.com | Maggie Astor

With frequent and severe disasters repeatedly underscoring the dangers of climate change, scientists across the country have been working to understand the consequences for our hearts, lungs, brains and more -- and how to best mitigate them. The work has relied largely on hundreds of millions of dollars in grants from the National Institutes of Health, a federal agency within the Department of Health and Human Services. But since Robert F.
SF opioid epidemic deaths pacing for fewer than 2024 low

1 week ago | sfexaminer.com | Natalia Gurevich

San Francisco recorded fewer overdose deaths in the first three months of 2025 than over the same span in 2024, a year in which The City tallied less fatalities than any other since it started publishing monthly reports. Sixty-five people died from accidental overdoses in The City last month, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The 192 deaths in 2025 represents about a 6% decline from 2024, when San Francisco recorded 204 fatalities in the first three months.