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70-Year-Old Michael James Flores Denied Parole for 1995 Redwood City Murder Amid Three Strikes Law
Decades after a brutal slaying that shook the Redwood City community, Michael James Flores, now 70, has been denied parole, the San Mateo County District Attorney's office announced. In 1998, Flores was handed a draconian sentence of 171 years to life for the first-degree murder of Michelle Redmond, who was savagely killed with a hammer while her 4-year-old son awaited her return in the car. The parole hearing, attended by deputy district attorneys from the Homicide Unit, marked yet another chapter in a case that, according to a San Mateo Co DA post, reflects a grim consequence of the state's three strikes law.
California's Park Fire now among largest in state history as evacuation orders spread
The Park Fire burning in Northern California near Chico has now become one of the largest wildfires in state history as flames continue to spread, causing additional evacuations spread across four counties.
VMware Silicon Valley: Shaping Tech and Innovation Ecosystems
VMware, a global leader in multi-cloud services and digital innovation, plays a pivotal role in Silicon Valley’s dynamic tech ecosystem. As a hub for digital innovation and entrepreneurship, Silicon Valley has long been synonymous with cutting-edge technology and disruptive startups. VMware’s presence in this vibrant landscape has significantly impacted the San Francisco Bay Area’s technology sector, driving growth and fostering collaboration among industry players.
Sense of belonging: Contemporary Bay Area artists showcased at de Young
SAN FRANCISCO — About Place: Bay Area Artists from the Svane Gift presents contemporary works by Bay Area artists from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco’s collection. The exhibit will be on display at de Young Museum, Aug. 10 through Sept. 28. The Bay Area artists featured...
California fire scorches through land the size of Los Angeles as blazes burn across US West
Thousands of firefighters were battling a wildfire in northern California on Saturday that exploded in size, scorching an area about the size of Los Angeles — one of several blazes tearing through the western United States and Canada amid dry, hot and windy conditions.
San Francisco school district hiring freeze concerns parents
Budget cuts continue to impact the San Francisco Unified School District. Families at 10 elementary schools were notified the district will not fill their vacant assistant principal positions for the 2024-25 school year. The district says the move is part of a larger hiring freeze. Boris Amchislavsky's son school was one of the 10 impacted. "It does constantly feel like we're taking a step forward and then taking at least one step back," said Amchislavsky. "There's always a reason, there's always an excuse." The 10 schools that will not fill their assistant principals are El Dorado, Dianne Feinstein, Carver, Hillcrest,...
Tua Tagovailoa’s new deal just made Brock Purdy’s camp smile from ear to ear
The Miami Dolphins gave quarterback Tua Tagovailoa a four-year, $212.4 million extension that comes with $167 million guaranteed. Based on guarantees, Tua is now eighth among all NFL contracts. By the end of the day, that might change if the Green Bay Packers pay their quarterback. The more quarterbacks who...
Saks Fifth Ave SF Pivots to Appointment-Only, Likely to Address Theft, Match 'Luxury Consumer Expectations'
Saks Fifth Avenue's San Francisco store at 384 Post Street will shift to an appointment-only model starting August 28. The luxury retailer's decision arrives in conjunction with layoffs, though specific numbers have yet to be disclosed. However, those affected will receive severance packages. While officials have not directly linked this...
SOMA Pilipinas: San Francisco's cultural district revitalized with art
As San Francisco continues to rebound from the pandemic, SOMA Pilipinas is utilizing the mural and 40 other pieces of public art to draw visitors back to the area—and showcase the vibrancy of the Filipino community.
San Francisco fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson to retire due to ‘unforeseen medical issues'
San Francisco fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson on Friday announced she will retire at the end of August due to "unforeseen medical issues." Nicholson, who has spent 30 years with the San Francisco Fire Department, was its first openly LGBT chief when Mayor London Breed chose her in 2019 to take over after the retirement of her predecessor, former chief Joanne Hayes-White.
Draymond Green: ‘I’m happy’ Klay Thompson is gone because ‘he wasn’t happy anymore’
Draymond Green: ‘I’m happy’ Klay Thompson is gone because ‘he wasn’t happy anymore’ It’s not as bad as it sounds. Current Golden State Warriors forward and four-time NBA champion Draymond Green is notorious for his hot–or downright awful–takes. However, when weighing in on the departure of long-time teammate Klay Thompson, Green showed a side of […] The post Draymond Green: ‘I’m happy’ Klay Thompson is gone because ‘he wasn’t happy anymore’ appeared first on Vendetta Sports Media.
Mission barbershop murder suspect to stand trial
Judge Christine Van Aken ruled today after a two-day preliminary hearing that Alexander Martinez, 30, accused of shooting and killing Alberto Vargas Quero, 23, outside a Mission barbershop in April, will stand trial for murder. Martinez has pleaded not guilty and is being held without bail in San Bruno. In...
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