Mission Local is an independent news site that has been providing high-impact, enterprise reporting since 2008. Based in San Francisco's Mission District, they cover a wide range of topics, including police reform, corruption at City Hall, housing issues, and the gig economy. Their mission is not only to deliver news but also to train the next generation of journalists who reflect the diversity of the city.

Originally a project of UC Berkeley's Journalism School, Mission Local became a fiscally sponsored project in 2018 and eventually obtained non-profit status in 2022. Through their comprehensive reporting, they aim to be a model of local, self-sustaining, and independent news. Their work is made possible by the support of their readers, who contribute through donations.

Mission Local is committed to original, transparent reporting, correcting any mistakes, covering everyone in the neighborhood, making civic issues meaningful, and reflecting the diversity of the city