Despite its reputation as ironclad, it was possible to escape Alcatraz. All it took was brains, guts and 50 raincoats.

President Donald Trump may want to open up the once-notorious Alcatraz Island prison to again house the “worst of the worst” criminals, but one woman remembers “The Rock” as a wonderful place to grow ...

Bill Baker was only 23 when he was handcuffed, shackled, and thrown on the back of a boat headed for Alcatraz, the infamous federal ...

The last-known living inmate to serve time in Alcatraz has revealed what haunted him most about being locked up on the ...

Trump has voiced plans to reopen and enlarge the notorious prison, Alcatraz. Will it actually happen? Here's what to know.

For a century, Angel Island was utilized by the military because of its strategic location defending the Golden Gate. Today, ...

The governor's model ordinance does not specify penalties for camping, so it will be up to the cities to determine punishment for people who violate the law.

What’s showing at San Francisco’s art and culture museums in May. Galleries too. Plus loads of free public events. Mission Local is searching for a senior editor Mission Local is looking to hire a ...

An equity-driven plan to prevent and end homelessness in San Francisco 2023-2028. Data and Reports See data from the Homelessness Response System, recent reports submitted to the Board of Supervisors, ...