Safeway Closure Impact, Event Safety Plans, and Real Estate Highlights
E61 • Jan 17, 2025 • 16 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle introduces the top stories and provides a weather forecast along with public health updates. The episode discusses the closure of a Safeway store and its impact on the Fillmore District. Safety plans for upcoming city events are outlined, ensuring public awareness and preparedness. A local crime report gives listeners insights into recent incidents. The episode concludes with a highlight on the San Francisco real estate market, keeping residents informed about the latest developments.
Mayor's Economic Plans, EV Chargers, Bird Flu, and Norovirus Updates
E60 • Jan 16, 2025 • 19 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle welcomes listeners with an introduction to the latest updates. The episode delves into the mayor's new initiatives and economic plans for the city. Michelle provides a headlines roundup covering topics such as the installation of EV chargers, a rise in car burglaries, store closures, and recent health alerts. A weather update follows, keeping listeners informed on current conditions. The episode features an in-depth health segment focusing on bird flu and Norovirus updates. The episode concludes with a wrap-up, ensuring listeners are caught up on the essential news of the day.
Fentanyl Emergency, Blessing Scams, Tourism Outlook, and Electric Scooter Safety
E59 • Jan 15, 2025 • 28 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle covers top stories and a weather update. Key topics include the fentanyl state of emergency, blessing scams, and city rankings. She discusses Fillmore grocery store vacancies, a positive tourism outlook, and environmental efforts to protect a rare fish species. The episode dives deep into the city's affordability crisis, impacts on grocery stores, and tourism. Other highlights include electric scooter safety, Lunar New Year investments, and support for small businesses. An interview on San Francisco's Legacy Businesses wraps up the episode, concluding with a call to action.
Mayor Lurie Sworn In, Pelosi Funds EV Charging, Muni Bus Driver Shooting
E58 • Jan 14, 2025 • 25 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle provides a welcome and overview of the top stories, starting with a weather update highlighting a record dry January. The episode covers the swearing-in of Daniel Lurie as the new mayor, followed by a roundup of San Francisco headlines, including Walgreens store closures and building decarbonization efforts. Michelle reports on a Muni bus driver shooting and a police pursuit crash. Nancy Pelosi's announcement of EV charging infrastructure funding is discussed, as well as shocking footage of animal cruelty at local markets. The episode also covers a protest at a San Francisco healthcare conference, concluding with a wrap-up.
Mayor Lurie's Inauguration, Drug Crisis Plans, J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Recap
E57 • Jan 13, 2025 • 19 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle provides a roundup of top stories, including weather and earthquake updates. Key topics include the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, the city's drug crisis with mass arrests and forced detoxes, and Mayor Daniel Lurie's inauguration vision. Other highlights include support from Mexican firefighters, an East Bay car chase, and the reliability of the emergency water supply. The episode concludes with detailed discussions on the drug crisis proposal, the healthcare conference, and weekend weather advisories.
Mayor Lurie's Budget Plan, Senior Housing Crisis, Pelosi Secures Infrastructure Funds
E56 • Jan 10, 2025 • 13 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle introduces the top stories, starting with Mayor Daniel Lurie's budget plan, which includes a hiring freeze. A weather update is provided, along with news on the closure of St. Anne’s Home, highlighting the senior housing crisis in San Francisco. A quick roundup of headlines follows, including changes in Muni bus line frequency. Michelle reports on Nancy Pelosi securing federal infrastructure funds and provides details on the modernization of Presidio Yard. The episode offers a comprehensive look at these pressing issues, ensuring listeners are well-informed on the latest developments in the city.
Mayor Lurie Sworn In, Walgreens Closures, Caltrain Railyard Redevelopment
E55 • Jan 9, 2025 • 7 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle welcomes listeners and provides an overview of the top stories. The episode covers the swearing-in of Daniel Lurie as mayor and his address on the ongoing fentanyl crisis. Michelle also reports on Walgreens' announcement to close twelve stores across the city, highlighting the impact on local communities. Comprehensive coverage is given to the redevelopment plans for the Caltrain railyard, discussing potential changes and implications for the area. The episode concludes with a wrap-up and instructions for listeners on how to stay informed.
Crime Rate Trends, Police Reforms, Weather Advisories, Dungeness Crab Season, Laguna Honda Evacuation
E54 • Jan 8, 2025 • 12 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle welcomes listeners and provides an overview of top stories and current weather updates. The episode explores crime rate trends and public safety in San Francisco, along with police department updates and reform milestones. Weather advisories focus on park and beach safety. Seasonal updates include the Dungeness crab season and a power pole threat in Vallejo. Crime incidents in Stockton and East San Jose are discussed, as well as local health concerns surrounding the Laguna Honda Hospital evacuation. The episode also highlights the Mission Rock development and the downtown art scene, concluding with closing remarks and a wrap-up.
Mayor Lurie Inauguration Prep, Weather Advisories, SoMa Homicide, Pier 45 Illegal Fish Bust
E53 • Jan 7, 2025 • 10 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle highlights today's top stories, including weather updates with beach hazards, gusty winds, and dense fog advisories. Boating conditions are under a small craft advisory. She discusses preparations for Mayor Daniel Lurie's inauguration, community events, law enforcement involvement, and street closures affecting local businesses. A quick news roundup follows, featuring a report on a social worker shot in SoMa, marking 2025's first homicide. The episode also covers illegal fish activity at Pier 45 and marine life conservation efforts, concluding with a wrap-up.
Rain returns to San Francisco Bay Area ahead of new High Surf Advisory
E52 • Jan 6, 2025 • 4 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle starts with an introduction and a weather update, setting the stage for the day's discussions. The episode covers top stories and headlines, providing a comprehensive roundup of recent events. Michelle dives into San Francisco policy updates, focusing on zoning and transportation changes that could impact residents. The episode also touches on recent court rulings affecting environmental protections. Community initiatives in art and culture are highlighted, showcasing local efforts to enrich the city's cultural landscape. The episode concludes with closing remarks, summarizing the key points discussed.
Shootings in Bernal Heights, Public Safety Updates, Homicide Decline, SFMTA Advisory, Weather Update
E51 • Jan 3, 2025 • 21 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle welcomes listeners and provides an overview of the day's top stories and headlines. The episode delves into recent shootings in Bernal Heights and SoMa, along with public safety updates, including a new czar appointment and insights from Chief Paul Yep. There's a discussion on the decline in homicides and the Treatment Pathway Initiative, followed by the controversy over the release of a serial burglar. Michelle also addresses the increase in violence anticipated in early 2025. The episode includes an SFMTA transit and traffic advisory and concludes with a detailed weather update.
SF Overdose Deaths Drop, New AI Lab, Biometric Screening at SFO, BART Expansion, Weather Update
E50 • Jan 2, 2025 • 9 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle begins with a warm welcome and an overview of today's top stories, accompanied by a weather update. The episode highlights a significant decrease in drug overdose deaths in San Francisco. A roundup of local headlines follows, including the launch of a new artificial intelligence lab and an ambitious tree planting campaign. Michelle discusses the introduction of new biometric screening at SFO and the expansion of BART services. Additionally, there's a focus on the potential expiration of the Clean Air Vehicle decal program. The episode concludes with a reminder to follow for more updates.
PG&E Outage Impact, SF Road Safety, Vision Zero Initiative, Weather Update
E49 • Jan 1, 2025 • 6 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle begins with an introduction to today's episode, presenting the top stories and a weather forecast. The episode features a quick roundup of San Francisco headlines, followed by an in-depth look at the Pacific Gas and Electric outage and its impact on the local community. Road safety is a key focus as Michelle discusses data, contributing factors, and the Vision Zero initiative aimed at reducing traffic fatalities. The episode wraps up with a reminder to follow for more updates.
Dior Security Guard Shooting, Fort Funston Rescue, Fire Safety Tips, Weather Update
E48 • Dec 31, 2024 • 4 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle kicks off with an introduction and an overview of today's top stories, followed by a weather update. The episode covers the fatal shooting of a Dior security guard, providing details on the body camera footage and the ongoing investigation. San Francisco headlines include a heartwarming rescue of a golden retriever at Fort Funston. The episode wraps up with safety advice from the fire department for hikers.
SF Housing Trends, Pedestrian Safety, Local Business Updates, Political News, Economic Insights
E47 • Dec 30, 2024 • 14 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle welcomes listeners with an introduction, covering today's top stories and providing a weather update. The episode explores trends in the San Francisco housing market and addresses recent pedestrian safety concerns. Michelle shares updates on local businesses and restaurants, along with the latest city political news and initiatives. The economic segment highlights a competitive bond sale. The episode concludes with closing remarks.
Lyft Lawsuit, Housing Trends, RV Towing Policy, Flower Market Move, Hotel Strike Update
E46 • Dec 27, 2024 • 20 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle starts with an introduction and an overview of today's episode. Top stories include a lawsuit involving Lyft, housing market trends, the RV towing policy, the Flower Market's relocation, and the resolution of a hotel strike. The episode provides a San Francisco weather update and covers other headlines such as new laws set for 2025, a flood advisory, and impacts on the tech industry. Michelle delves into details on the Lyft lawsuit and housing market, the RV towing policy controversy, and the Flower Market move. The episode concludes with a summary of flood safety and new laws, followed by a wrap-up and call to action.
Mayor-Elect Lurie, Hotel Workers' Contracts, Golden Gate Incidents, Santa Cruz Wharf News
E45 • Dec 26, 2024 • 7 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle begins with an introduction and a roundup of today's top stories. The episode delves into Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie's involvement in securing new contracts for hotel workers. Other headlines include a house fire and updates from the Santa Cruz Wharf. Road safety is a key focus, with reports on a car crash near Golden Gate Park and an incident at the Golden Gate Bridge.
SF Shooting Incident, Hilton Workers' Contract, Ferry Building Changes, Mayor-Elect's Plans
E44 • Dec 25, 2024 • 10 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle welcomes listeners and provides an overview of today's top stories, including a weather update. The episode covers a recent shooting incident in San Francisco and offers updates on the new labor contract for San Francisco Hilton workers. A roundup of local news highlights changes at the Ferry Building, including closures and renovations. Michelle discusses Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie's upcoming initiatives for the city. The episode concludes with a wrap-up and closing remarks.
Hilton Workers' Deal, Sam Wo Closure, Waymo Incident, SFO Automation Debate, Pier Collapse
E43 • Dec 24, 2024 • 11 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle provides an overview of today's top stories, including combined weather updates. The episode covers the tentative agreement for San Francisco Hilton Hotel workers and the closure of Sam Wo Restaurant, along with a unique real estate listing. Michelle introduces an aspiring street performer and discusses Bay Area airport preparations. A supportive San Francisco landlord and a Waymo vehicle incident are highlighted, followed by a debate on airport automation. The episode also covers a California pier collapse, new state laws, and flight delays at SFO. Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie's plans to revamp City Hall are discussed before concluding with closing remarks.
High Surf Alert, Driverless Taxi Harassment, Waymo's Response, Timbri Hotel Impact
E42 • Dec 23, 2024 • 6 minsIn this episode of The San Francisco Daily Brief, Michelle kicks off with an introduction and overview of today's top stories, including a weather update. The episode covers high surf and beach conditions, particularly in the North Bay, and advises residents on safety precautions. Michelle highlights local headlines, focusing on harassment incidents involving driverless taxis, and discusses Waymo's response concerning driverless technology safety. The episode features a sponsor segment from Curio Collection by Hilton and explores the Timbri Hotel's design and theme, assessing its impact on the local hospitality scene.