Archive for September, 2011

The Supes unanimously approve legislation that will allow San Francisco voters to opt-out of receiving a hard-copy election guide. Trees everywhere rejoice!

The Bay Citizen examines the trend of East Bay tech firms relocating to new San Francisco and South Bay addresses.  At the end of the day, it just comes down to the fact that it’s what all the cool kids are doing.

…because Supervisor Scott Wiener’s public nudity legislation passed 11-0 at yesterday’s Board of Supervisors meeting.

…well, wonder no more. This video pretty much replicates the sheer adrenaline rush of what it’s like to update Suspects in the mornings. And that’s why your Barbary Coast crew is always so perky. Enjoy!

Nope - none of the usual names apply this morning - seek for Bevan/David/Dennis/Ed/Jeff/Johanna/John/Leland/Michela/Phil/Tony and you shall NOT find. But Jake? Seek for Jake, and you will find that the Chron has named him Mayor of Haight Street. And what kind of yellow journalism is THIS - they explain that the Mayor of Haight Street has a “secret spot” on his neck where he likes to be scratched. Hey, Chron - some things are PERSONAL. (Unless, I guess, you’re a dog. Dogs probably won’t be calling the Chron to complain about this inappropriate focus on Jake’s anatomy and canceling their subscriptions…)

Mayor Ed Lee received criticism from rival mayoral candidates for his compliments of Pacific Gas and Electric at a recent event.

As the economy goes, so goes our pet population, apparently. San Francisco’s shelters are on overload this holiday weekend, all filled up with puppies and kittens galore. Want to help a pet in need? Head on down to ACC where you have plenty of adorable little creatures to choose from.

For those of you sticking close to home this holiday weekend, the Examiner provides all the parking and transit details you need to know as you bar hop (er, sightsee) around the Bay Area. From all your friends at Usual Suspects, have a wonderful long weekend!

President and CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Steve Falk tells us why San Francisco’s economic growth should be a source of pride when compared to the nation, region, and state.

The folks at Bay Area Reporter tell us that attorney Bill Fazio has decided to throw his hat into the ring to be San Francisco’s district attorney. What does Fazio feel he has going for him? Name recognition (this is his fourth attempt at winning the seat) and an offer to “provide leadership the office hasn’t had.”