Housing & Homelessness

A look at one city's approach to encampment management, one year after the Supreme Court's Grants Pass ruling.

Berkeley City Council will meet tomorrow to decide whether to delay its ban on rent-setting algorithms.

San Jose passed a controversial policy last week, allowing the city to fine unhoused individuals who refuse shelter offers. Three refusals in 18 months could result in an arrest. The updated policy takes effect July 1. Sweeps are expected to run through October.

State of the Bay sits down with Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, dives into the nation's first college degree program in psychedelics, and explores a new exhibit celebrating Vaudeville star Bert Williams.

State of the Bay discusses Mayor Lurie's new "family zoning" plan, delves into the effect of tariffs on Bay Area businesses and learns about Bay Area dance week.

This week, BAY MADE shares recent conversations recorded live at KALW's 220 Montgomery event space as part of our Bay Agenda series.

State of the Bay talks to Mayor Daniel Lurie about his new plan to tackle homelessness, explores life with long COVID, and spotlights CubaCaribe's vibrant dance festival.

We'll meet SF Supervisor Bilal Mahmood, discuss whether interim housing can help solve the homelessness crisis and meet BoyMom author Ruth Whippman.

Section 8 is a federally funded program that provides financial assistance to low-income renters. And for the first time in 14 years, Oakland’s housing authority is accepting applications.

This week on BAY MADE: episodes from the Sharing Stories, a podcast from the SF Chronicle Season of Sharing Fund.