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Locals get mayoral commendation, cut the ribbon on City Hall café

At the ribbon-cutting for Café Melange, Mayor Daniel Lurie acknowledged the work of local entrepreneurs.

Laura Wenus Mar 26, 2026

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I was ashamed of living in the Tenderloin. Not anymore.

The neighborhood’s bad reputation made Niko embarrassed to admit it was home. His grandma and others helped change his mind.

Niko Clark Mar 24, 2026

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Stephen Tennis lives on in neighbors’ hearts — and on the street that carries his name

At the unveiling of “Stephen Tennis Way,” friends reminisced about the local hero who touched many lives.

Noah Arroyo Mar 20, 2026

Niko Clark is a writer based in San Francisco. A recent graduate from UC Berkeley, he’s previously written for The Daily Californian’s blog and opinion sections. He intends to pursue his Master of Arts later this fall.

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A nighttime photo of the Golden Gate Theatre, on Taylor Street near Market Street in San Francisco.

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I was ashamed of living in the Tenderloin. Not anymore.

The neighborhood’s bad reputation made Niko embarrassed to admit it was home. His grandma and others helped change his mind.

Niko Clark Mar 24, 2026