What Happened to Polk Street?
This once-vibrant street, former ground zero for Pride, is now lined with vacant storefronts...
How Tech Decides Who Gets to Go Camping
Bots got me a coveted Yosemite reservation—should I feel guilty?...
Would Adding More Ferries Help Solve the Bay’s Congestion Problems?
The future of the Bay Area’s transit is starting to look a lot like its past...
Where Should I Eat and Drink Near Oracle Park?
Take me out to the ball game—but first, food...
An Illustrated Guide to SF’s Most Unusual Statues
The Bold Italic is a not-for-profit media organization, and we publish first-person perspectives about San Francisco and the Bay Area....
I Invited Every Resident in My Building to My Apartment
What happens when you get tipsy and decide to invite a building full of strangers to a party in your apartment? I recently drank a huge glass of wine and found out....
My Mom Survived a Back-Alley Abortion
Her story taught me the importance of having choices...
What Are the Best Ice Cream Flavors in San Francisco?
Go get ’em...
Rewarding Bay Area Hikes That Will Never Fail You
You’ll never miss the mark with these go-to trails...
The Sketchiest Bay Area Apartments You Can Rent in July
Summer has really brought out the creepy landlords...
The Weirdest Shit to Come Out of Silicon Valley in June 2019
Electric unicycle gangs, on-demand pogo sticks, and a mega dorm in San Jose...
Where Should I Watch the 4th of July Fireworks in San Francisco?
Where Karl won’t totally fog on your parade...