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Popular Asia-based toy store opens first San Francisco location
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — One of the most famous toy companies is opening a store in San Francisco later this month. POP MART is opening a location at the Stonestown Galleria this Saturday, July 27, the company announced in a news release. The store, located at 3251 20th Ave., will be POP MART’s 11th brick-and-mortar […]
SFPD Arrests Suspect in Serial Vandalism of Autonomous Vehicles
“SFPD Makes Arrest in Serial Vandalism Case Involving Autonomous Vehicles. On June 26, 2024, an autonomous vehicle company reported to SFPD that 20 of their vehicles had their tires slashed between June 24 and June 26. Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that the suspect and suspect vehicle were the same in all the cases. The suspect vehicle was determined to be a rental car that was past due.
Press Release: SF Zoo Welcomes ‘Little Mebo,’ the Red Panda
Newest arrival flown onboard Southwest Airlines from Memphis to San Francisco. San Francisco Zoo and Gardens continues to invest in Asian conservation as part of its strategic focus on supporting endangered species with the recent addition of a young female red panda named “Little Mebo.” Red pandas are an endangered species with their population in the wild decreasing.
Phil Lesh & Friends Mark 50th Anniversary Of Grateful Dead Show At Sunday Daydream Vol. 3
Phil Lesh & Friends headlined the Sunday Daydream Vol. 3 event at McNears Beach Park in San Rafael, California on Sunday. The band ran through a slew of Grateful Dead classics for the first of two Sunday Daydream events this summer. The Phil & Friends lineup Sunday featured guitarist Grahame...
Readers Reveal Eye-Catching Summer Staples
Weather report. Bay Area summer temps can run the gamut depending on where you are at any given point in the day — so it’s best to be prepared with extra layers. For Emmy Award–winning reporter Betty Yu, that includes Moncler’s Leda Parka in Black ($1,350). “This water-repellent jacket is a must-have in my closet because it’s the perfect blend of style and practicality,” explains the newest member of KTVU FOX 2’s on-air news team. “I’m always on the move, and I need something that is light and easily packable for San Francisco’s dramatic weather swings.” Designed in a lightweight technical poplin, the cropped parka has a drawstring hood hidden in the collar, generous patch pockets and room to spare. “I’m also currently loving oversized fits, and this piece can complement any outfit on sunny days and chilly nights.” Breaking news: It’s also available in beige. 212 Stockton Street, San Francisco; moncler.com.
Former San Francisco DA's Office Employee Sues City for Defamation After Email Incident and Termination
A former San Francisco District Attorney's Office employee, Jovan Thomas, has taken legal action against the city and his ex-employer following a controversial email incident that led to the termination of his position, as reported by East Bay Times. Thomas, previously serving as a victim advocate, mistakenly replied to an office-wide email with an inappropriate remark intended for a personal friend, which read, "what color panties you have on." According to a statement obtained by East Bay Times, he promptly apologized for the mishap. However, by the day's end, he was informed his employment was over, with details later emerging that branded his exit as a firing due to "misogynistic behavior."
Livermore Library presenting Bharatanatyam dance performance
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Livermore Public Library is set to showcase the South Indian dance form Bharatanatyam in a performance next month led by Tri-Valley choreographer and teacher Shruti Abhishek. “Bharatanatyam is characterized by precise movements, dynamic hand gestures and facial expressions. This art form breaks boundaries...
Six Flags enforces new youth chaperone policy
VALLEJO, Calif. - Six Flags Discovery Kingdom will start enforcing a chaperone policy for youth beginning this Friday. All guests 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21 to gain admission to the park. The chaperone must stay with the youth for the duration of their visit.
San Francisco Police Officer Fatally Shoots Armed Robbery Suspect, SFPD Pledges Transparency with Upcoming Town Hall
Following an armed robbery on the unit block of McAllister Street, a San Francisco Police Department officer shot an armed suspect late last night. The incident, logged as the Northern District Officer-Involved Shooting 24-077, occurred after uniformed officers were dispatched to Willow Street and Van Ness Avenue at around 11:56 P.M. to investigate the robbery.
The 8th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Announces 2024 Dates and Initial Lineups
Today, The Allman Betts Family Revival announced 2024 tour dates and initial lineup for their 8th annual celebration honoring Gregg Allman, Dickey Betts, and The Allman Brothers’ enduring music and legacy. The tour begins on November 30 in Saint Charles, IL, and concludes December 21 with a return to the historic Fillmore in San Francisco.
S.F. Jewish Film Festival: ‘The Ride Ahead’ follows a young disabled man’s quest to live independently
Sign up for Weekday J and get the latest on what's happening in the Jewish Bay Area. J. is a media sponsor of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival. See full coverage here. “What is the biggest risk you have taken in your life?”. That is the profound question that...
Latitude’s Food Allergy Treatment is Changing Lives for Families in Marin
Marin Mommies presents a sponsored article from Latitude Food Allergy Care in San Rafael. For hundreds of Marin families living with the anxiety of food allergies, Latitude Food Allergy Care in San Rafael has been life-changing. Latitude’s CEO and founder, Kimberley Yates, is a food allergy mom herself, working with an expert clinical team led by board-certified allergists.
Huge San Jose hospital project heads to key public development review
SAN JOSE — A massive project that will add a new hospital and medical center in San Jose is now available for the public to scrutinize, an environmental review that’s a crucial step in the project’s approval. Good Samaritan Hospital has proposed a big increase in the...
2 men caught on camera putting skimmer on gas pump wanted by Fairfield PD
(KRON) — Police in Fairfield are looking for two men who were caught on camera placing a skimming device on a gas pump on Saturday. The skimmer, according to police, was placed on the pump at a local business at around 2:55 p.m. Only two customers used the pump before the device was removed, the […]
NAI 7s Boys Elite Bracket Promises an Intense Weekend
The NAI 7s is a huge tournament that continues to grow, and it's not all about the brackets at the top but ... here we are looking at the brackets at the top. The U18 Boys Elite bracket remains highly competitive. Rebel Rugby returns to try to take this tournament for the third time in a row, but they have some serious challengers, including some stand-alone club teams with the intrasquad familiarity to garner an advantage over the teams that draw players from all over.
Redwood City police accuse parolee of drug, firearm possession
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A man was arrested in Redwood City earlier this month on suspicion of being a felon in possession of narcotics and a gun, according to police. On July 11, Redwood City officers arrested Elijah Harrington, 25, in the 2300 block of Massachusetts Avenue on...
SF pledged $120M to help Black residents. The money’s gone in some strange directions
No city in the country has made a bigger monetary investment in its Black community than San Francisco since the racial reckoning of 2020, which saw millions of people across the country take to the streets to protest the police killing of George Floyd. In February 2021, Mayor London Breed...
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