- Caffeine is so ubiquitous that parts of the Pacific coastline are becoming a very mildly caffeinated beverage. [Grist]
- The Eagle Tavern's (probably hetero) replacement has been delayed for now, thanks to some LGBT activists who blocked the new establishment's liquor license approval. [GrubSF]
- How the Bay Bridge used LEDs to redefine lighting. [Wired]
- Treasure Island Music Festival adds a rare appearance by Joanna Newsom to the lineup. [AllShookDown]
- Did you have your cellphone stolen on BART? The rapid transit agency wants your help busting serial cellphone thieves. [BART]
- Fire updates: last week's fatal Western Addition fire started in the kitchen, and construction workers caused $2.4 million worth of damage on Pier 29 during that 4-alarm fire back in June. [BCN/Appeal] [SFist]