Journalism That Moves
Stories from our coalition members that led to real outcomes in San Francisco communities.
Featured Impact
Policy Changed
Investigation leads to new city oversight requirements for contracting
A collaborative investigation documented systematic failures in city contracting that led to new transparency requirements passed unanimously by the Board of Supervisors.
SF Public Press·December 2025
Documented Outcome
Board passed Resolution 25-1847 requiring quarterly public reporting on contracts over $500k.
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Mission Local wins California Journalism Award for housing series
Mission Local·Nov 2025
Award/Recognition
California News Publishers Association award for public service journalism.
Coverage connects 200+ families to rental assistance
El Tecolote·Oct 2025
Resources Connected
City confirmed 214 applications traced to El Tecolote coverage.
Hunters Point cleanup investigation wins national award
The Bay View·Oct 2025
Award/Recognition
Society of Environmental Journalists Best Environmental Coverage award.
LGBTQ+ senior housing series leads to expanded city program
Bay Area Reporter·Sep 2025
Policy Changed
Mayor announced 50 additional LGBTQ+ senior housing units in response to reporting.
School board member resigns after accountability reporting
Mission Local·Aug 2025
Accountability
Board member resigned within 2 weeks of series publication.