Mike Ege
@mikeege.bsky.social
I write about Bay Area government and politics.
Editor-in-Chief, The Voice of San Francisco - thevoicesf.org
Formerly with The San Francisco Standard, Bay City Beacon
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Editor-in-Chief, The Voice of San Francisco - thevoicesf.org
Formerly with The San Francisco Standard, Bay City Beacon
Snark Alert. RTs, likes ≠ endorsements.
mike@frisko.org
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February 14, 2026 at 1:50 AM
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The San Francisco teachers strike has ended, but deep challenges remain for the district — from staffing and pay to classroom conditions — showing that ending work stoppage is only the start of long-term issues. thevoicesf.org/san-francisc...
San Francisco teachers strike ends but real challenges for school district remain - The Voice of San Francisco
Despite relief expressed by a tired but smiling San Francisco School Superintendent Maria Su, elected officials and parents across the city, the financial future of the school district remains uncerta...
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February 13, 2026 at 11:53 PM
The San Francisco teachers strike has ended, but deep challenges remain for the district — from staffing and pay to classroom conditions — showing that ending work stoppage is only the start of long-term issues. thevoicesf.org/san-francisc...
Amber Reid Richmond shares a raw, personal journey from addiction and homelessness to sobriety and stability — confronting trauma, struggle, and resilience along the way. thevoicesf.org/the-ghost-in...
The Ghost in the room: A journey from the streets to sobriety - The Voice of San Francisco
In San Francisco, we are told that “Housing First” is the ultimate cure. But for years, I lived on the dark side of that promise. I was awarded a Section 8 voucher — the “golden ticket” — but without ...
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February 13, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Amber Reid Richmond shares a raw, personal journey from addiction and homelessness to sobriety and stability — confronting trauma, struggle, and resilience along the way. thevoicesf.org/the-ghost-in...
Your week in SF Feb. 12–18 includes art walks, live music, theater, film, lectures, and more — from gallery openings to concerts and special talks around the city. Discover things to do this week! thevoicesf.org/out-and-abou...
Out and about Feb. 12–18, 2026 - The Voice of San Francisco
The weather may make for a wet out and about in the coming days, but that’s what umbrellas and hoodies are for. There are concerts, theater, dance, and some different ways to celebrate the heart day t...
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February 12, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Your week in SF Feb. 12–18 includes art walks, live music, theater, film, lectures, and more — from gallery openings to concerts and special talks around the city. Discover things to do this week! thevoicesf.org/out-and-abou...
In San Francisco, many teachers say lack of respect shows up in pay and working conditions, fueling morale issues and the current strike. thevoicesf.org/the-antidote...
The antidote to disrespect is self-respect - The Voice of San Francisco
It was almost too dark to see this morning near Lowell when a group of teachers were setting up a canopy to protect against the rain that had just started falling. I overheard a dispute about how the ...
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February 12, 2026 at 5:38 PM
In San Francisco, many teachers say lack of respect shows up in pay and working conditions, fueling morale issues and the current strike. thevoicesf.org/the-antidote...
A father’s international search for his abducted son and a judge’s pivotal ruling highlight legal and emotional battles in a cross-border child custody case, underscoring how complex and wrenching these disputes can be. thevoicesf.org/a-fathers-in...
A father’s international hunt for his abducted son and a judge’s fateful ruling - The Voice of San Francisco
Gauillame Garreau has spent countless hours and over $150,000 to find his son, Maxmilien, who was abducted to Kazakhstan in March 2024. Judge Michelle Tong permitted the child to be taken on a two-wee...
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February 12, 2026 at 5:24 PM
A father’s international search for his abducted son and a judge’s pivotal ruling highlight legal and emotional battles in a cross-border child custody case, underscoring how complex and wrenching these disputes can be. thevoicesf.org/a-fathers-in...
Anthony Tartaglio has withdrawn his bid to unseat Judge Michelle Tong after Judge Gerardo Sandoval’s retirement shifted the judicial race landscape, narrowing competition in the Superior Court contest. thevoicesf.org/anthony-tart...
Anthony Tartaglio withdraws candidacy to unseat Judge Michelle Tong after Judge Gerardo Sandoval’s retirement decision - The Voice of San Francisco
Twenty San Francisco Superior Court judges face reelection in June 2026, yet only one seat is expected to appear on the June ballot. Challenges to incumbents remain exceedingly rare, as unseating a si...
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February 12, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Anthony Tartaglio has withdrawn his bid to unseat Judge Michelle Tong after Judge Gerardo Sandoval’s retirement shifted the judicial race landscape, narrowing competition in the Superior Court contest. thevoicesf.org/anthony-tart...
Despite pressure from some opponents and a leaked memo, San Francisco supervisors voted to move forward with a sobering center plan — a key tactic to curtail open-air drug use. thevoicesf.org/memo-leak-bu...
Memo leak, budget threats fail to derail sobering center vote - The Voice of San Francisco
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved the underlying service contract for a sobering center project aimed at curbing open-air drug use Tuesday, but not without debate based in part on an ill...
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February 11, 2026 at 8:38 PM
Despite pressure from some opponents and a leaked memo, San Francisco supervisors voted to move forward with a sobering center plan — a key tactic to curtail open-air drug use. thevoicesf.org/memo-leak-bu...
We've confirmed that Anthony Tartaglio, the attorney who had pulled papers to run against incumbent San Francisco Superior Court Judge Michelle Tong, has decided not to run.
Tartaglio is expected to release a statement tomorrow.
Tartaglio is expected to release a statement tomorrow.
February 10, 2026 at 3:05 AM
We've confirmed that Anthony Tartaglio, the attorney who had pulled papers to run against incumbent San Francisco Superior Court Judge Michelle Tong, has decided not to run.
Tartaglio is expected to release a statement tomorrow.
Tartaglio is expected to release a statement tomorrow.
SF teachers’ strike highlights the gap between what schools need — like smaller classes, better pay, and support staff — and what the district can afford, sparking debate about priorities and resources in education. thevoicesf.org/s-f-teachers...
S.F. teachers’ strike is a question of ‘What schools need’ vs. ‘What schools can afford’ - The Voice of San Francisco
San Francisco’s first teacher strike in 47 years moved from the bargaining table to the streets Monday morning as members of the United Educators of San Francisco union picketed schools across the cit...
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February 10, 2026 at 12:43 AM
SF teachers’ strike highlights the gap between what schools need — like smaller classes, better pay, and support staff — and what the district can afford, sparking debate about priorities and resources in education. thevoicesf.org/s-f-teachers...
'I was sure the hardest day before the strike would be Friday, but I was wrong'
Another dispatch from the front lines of the San Francisco teachers' strike
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Another dispatch from the front lines of the San Francisco teachers' strike
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Starting to strike - The Voice of San Francisco
I was sure the hardest day before the strike would be Friday, but I was wrong. Friday was one class after another of sleepy, worried faces. “Who’s feeling stressed right now?” Every hand went up. Toge...
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February 9, 2026 at 7:36 PM
'I was sure the hardest day before the strike would be Friday, but I was wrong'
Another dispatch from the front lines of the San Francisco teachers' strike
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Another dispatch from the front lines of the San Francisco teachers' strike
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“From iconic Mission burritos at La Taqueria to local fave spots and unique taco stands (plus a few out-of-town gems), this roundup serves up SF’s best burritos & tacos—with plenty of opinions on what makes them worth the bite 🔥🌯🌮 thevoicesf.org/best-burrito...
Best burritos and tacos in San Francisco (and a few out-of-town faves) - The Voice of San Francisco
“First stop in San Fran. A mission burrito at La Taqueria,” John Zannis, president of CLNS Media Boston Sports Network, posted on the social media platform X, along with a video of a line down the str...
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February 8, 2026 at 7:40 PM
“From iconic Mission burritos at La Taqueria to local fave spots and unique taco stands (plus a few out-of-town gems), this roundup serves up SF’s best burritos & tacos—with plenty of opinions on what makes them worth the bite 🔥🌯🌮 thevoicesf.org/best-burrito...
Sandoval was elected to the bench in 2009 after serving two terms on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He wasn’t very good at that job either. thevoicesf.org/newsletter/t...
There goes the judge; Lurie's two-peat; District 2 contenders; and teacher strike blues - The Voice of San Francisco
THIS WEEK AT THE VOICE FOR THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2025 To view in browser, get past issues, or subscribe, CLICK HERE by Mike EgeEditor in chief, The Voice of San Francisco If you’ve been following our Supe...
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February 8, 2026 at 1:44 AM
Sandoval was elected to the bench in 2009 after serving two terms on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He wasn’t very good at that job either. thevoicesf.org/newsletter/t...
“‘West SoMa residents say a ‘new wave’ of unhoused people has returned after Super Bowl 60 pushed encampments out of downtown, echoing what happened after Super Bowl 50 — sparking safety & homelessness concerns.’ Read more: thevoicesf.org/daniel-lurie...
Daniel Lurie’s two-peat, part two: 10 years after Super Bowl 50, homeless sweeps return to West SoMa - The Voice of San Francisco
Read part one here. On a Friday evening in the fall of 2019, Julie was returning to her West South of Market home after walking her dog. Almost at her front door, a male stranger grabbed her by the ba...
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February 6, 2026 at 7:05 PM
“‘West SoMa residents say a ‘new wave’ of unhoused people has returned after Super Bowl 60 pushed encampments out of downtown, echoing what happened after Super Bowl 50 — sparking safety & homelessness concerns.’ Read more: thevoicesf.org/daniel-lurie...
📣 SFUSD teachers at “Strike School” trained as union strike captains amid deep frustration over pay, benefits, healthcare costs & unfilled special ed jobs — highlighting rising tensions as educators prepare to potentially walk the picket line. Read more: thevoicesf.org/welcome-to-s...
Welcome to strike school - The Voice of San Francisco
There was a huge mob massing outside of the California Teachers Association headquarters in Burlingame when I arrived for CTA Strike School on Saturday. It was the usual sea of Amazon keffiyehs, an oc...
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February 5, 2026 at 4:01 PM
📣 SFUSD teachers at “Strike School” trained as union strike captains amid deep frustration over pay, benefits, healthcare costs & unfilled special ed jobs — highlighting rising tensions as educators prepare to potentially walk the picket line. Read more: thevoicesf.org/welcome-to-s...
🎭 From M. Butterfly opening to Big Game Days in Union Square and botanical garden blossoms, San Francisco’s Feb. 5–11 lineup has theater, music, cultural festivals and more to keep you busy all week! See event picks here: thevoicesf.org/out-and-abou...
Out and about Feb. 5 through Feb. 11, 2026 - The Voice of San Francisco
Happy end of the week — it’s a busy next few days and weekend coming up, and plenty to do. For those not sports-oriented, there are also theater and music options, a few nature-based events, and more....
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February 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
🎭 From M. Butterfly opening to Big Game Days in Union Square and botanical garden blossoms, San Francisco’s Feb. 5–11 lineup has theater, music, cultural festivals and more to keep you busy all week! See event picks here: thevoicesf.org/out-and-abou...
📚 San Francisco’s School Board gave Superintendent Maria Su emergency authority to prepare for a possible teacher strike — including closing schools if needed and securing services — as negotiations continue and a walkout could start as soon as next week. Details: thevoicesf.org/school-board...
School board grants Superintendent Su emergency authority during possible teacher strike - The Voice of San Francisco
A confident and commanding San Francisco Schools Superintendent Maria Su gained key new authority to safeguard educational services during an anticipated teacher strike that could begin as early as ne...
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February 5, 2026 at 3:58 PM
📚 San Francisco’s School Board gave Superintendent Maria Su emergency authority to prepare for a possible teacher strike — including closing schools if needed and securing services — as negotiations continue and a walkout could start as soon as next week. Details: thevoicesf.org/school-board...
🚍 Community & labor leaders warn that if the regional sales tax and parcel tax on the November ballot fail, the SFMTA may cut up to 20 Muni routes, stop service by 9 p.m., reduce cable cars, and lay off thousands of workers. More details: thevoicesf.org/potential-mu...
Potential Muni service cuts draw concerns from community and labor leaders if November ballot measures fail - The Voice of San Francisco
Labor, business, and transit advocacy groups are expressing concerns about the future of San Francisco’s Muni system. Transportation officials have shared that service cuts might be necessary if one o...
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February 5, 2026 at 3:56 PM
🚍 Community & labor leaders warn that if the regional sales tax and parcel tax on the November ballot fail, the SFMTA may cut up to 20 Muni routes, stop service by 9 p.m., reduce cable cars, and lay off thousands of workers. More details: thevoicesf.org/potential-mu...
📣 At a District 2 Supervisor forum in Pacific Heights, incumbent Stephen Sherrill and challenger Lori Brooke outlined similar goals but showcased different styles & priorities on public safety, housing, and other issues. Click to read more: thevoicesf.org/sherrill-bro...
Sherrill, Brooke lay out similarities, differences at forum - The Voice of San Francisco
Read part 1 here. The June special election for District 2 Supervisor came into focus at a Tuesday night forum in Pacific Heights, where two candidates with broadly similar policy views revealed star...
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February 5, 2026 at 3:53 PM
📣 At a District 2 Supervisor forum in Pacific Heights, incumbent Stephen Sherrill and challenger Lori Brooke outlined similar goals but showcased different styles & priorities on public safety, housing, and other issues. Click to read more: thevoicesf.org/sherrill-bro...
SF’s School Board granted Su emergency powers ahead of a possible teachers strike, allowing school closures and other actions as talks with UESF continue following the release of a fact-finding report. Read more: thevoicesf.org/school-board...
School board grants Superintendent Su emergency authority during possible teacher strike - The Voice of San Francisco
A confident and commanding San Francisco Schools Superintendent Maria Su gained key new authority to safeguard educational services during an anticipated teacher strike that could begin as early as ne...
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February 5, 2026 at 1:15 AM
SF’s School Board granted Su emergency powers ahead of a possible teachers strike, allowing school closures and other actions as talks with UESF continue following the release of a fact-finding report. Read more: thevoicesf.org/school-board...
Exclusive Dispatch from the front lines of San Francisco's coming teachers' strike:
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Welcome to strike school - The Voice of San Francisco
There was a huge mob massing outside of the California Teachers Association HQ building in Burlingame when I arrived for CTA Strike School on Saturday. It was the usual sea of Amazon keffiyehs, an oce...
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February 4, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Exclusive Dispatch from the front lines of San Francisco's coming teachers' strike:
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California created an inspector general to monitor its long-delayed high-speed rail project. Now, one lawmaker wants to allow that office to withhold some investigative records from the public. Report from @CalMatters thevoicesf.org/some-califor...
Some California high-speed rail records could remain secret under proposed law - The Voice of San Francisco
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The auditor of California’s High-Speed Rail Authority wants the power to keep certain records confidential, drawing co...
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February 3, 2026 at 9:26 PM
California created an inspector general to monitor its long-delayed high-speed rail project. Now, one lawmaker wants to allow that office to withhold some investigative records from the public. Report from @CalMatters thevoicesf.org/some-califor...
Art Week in San Francisco was a 10-day onslaught of fairs, galleries, and museums kneeling at the altar of what makes us most human: tax write-offs. Here's a review: thevoicesf.org/art-week-sf-...
Art Week S.F.: The glitz, the glitches, and the tax deductions - The Voice of San Francisco
Art Week in San Francisco was a 10-day onslaught of fairs, galleries, and museums kneeling at the altar of what makes us most human: tax write-offs. Game as I was to attend as much as possible, I can ...
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February 3, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Art Week in San Francisco was a 10-day onslaught of fairs, galleries, and museums kneeling at the altar of what makes us most human: tax write-offs. Here's a review: thevoicesf.org/art-week-sf-...
SF has opened a new Tendernob Center for Homeless Youth, touting services and support—but questions remain about capacity, accountability, and whether another center can make a dent in the city’s worsening youth homelessness crisis.
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New center for homeless youth in Tendernob opens - The Voice of San Francisco
According to the City’s most recent Point-in-Time report, youth and young adults accounted for 21% of HSH services in 2024 (the most recent count for which data is available). 1,137 people ages 18 to ...
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February 2, 2026 at 5:23 PM
SF has opened a new Tendernob Center for Homeless Youth, touting services and support—but questions remain about capacity, accountability, and whether another center can make a dent in the city’s worsening youth homelessness crisis.
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