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Three superior free agents the Warriors should have signed
With the contracts of Klay Thompson and Chris Paul off the books, the Golden State Warriors had financial flexibility this offseason to explore the free-agent market.Free agency has settled since it opened June 30, but speculation remains rampant a big move by the Warriors could still be coming. Until then, however, Golden State has 14 roster positions filled with guaranteed deals (that doesn’t include second-round draft pick Quentin Post).Let’s take a look at the Warriors’ three major free-agent signings and the superior alternatives GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. should have added instead. (Two of the players signed cheaper deals elsewhere.)Warriors signed (via...
Are small electric vehicles safe? Rising accident rates say no
The popularity of small electric vehicles, especially e-scooters and e-bikes, has skyrocketed over the past few years. These vehicles are no longer just interesting curiosities but are now woven into the fabric of urban transport, changing how we navigate our cities. However, with this rapid rise in electric vehicle use comes a surge in accidents.
New Alaska Lounge Opens In San Francisco (SFO)
Alaska Airlines has today opened the newest lounge in its network, replacing a previous lounge at the same airport. Let’s go over the details…. A new Alaska Lounge has opened at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), in Harvey Milk Terminal 1. The Alaska Lounge is located near gate B6, and is open daily from 5AM until 10:30PM. The new lounge is roughly 11,000 square feet, and is the second largest lounge in Alaska’s network (after the flagship Alaska Lounge in Seattle).
Niner Noise Podcast: 2024 training camp is officially underway
The San Francisco 49ers officially kicked off training camp on Tuesday, with veterans reporting a week after the rookies arrived. This means one thing: football season is upon us. That means it is also time for the return of the Niner Noise Podcast. Your hosts, site contributors Robert Morrison and...
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival 2024: Greensky Bluegrass, Fruition, Wood Brothers & More
The free Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival returns to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park for its 24th year October 4 – 6. Out today is the three-day event’s initial 2024 lineup featuring Greensky Bluegrass, Fruition, The Wood Brothers, a tribute to Big Star’s Radio City album in honor of its 50th anniversary and six other sets.
Waymo’s Self-Driving Tech Could Get Another $5B from Alphabet
Waymo, the self-driving taxi company backed by Google's parent company, Alphabet, claims to provide more than 50,000 rides a week in its coverage area. Now, a promise of more investment from Alphabet could help expand that number. In an earnings call on Tuesday, Alphabet committed to a multi-year investment of...
49ers roster 2024: George Odum might be pressed into starting job
George Odum, a special teams ace, could find himself starting to begin the 49ers' 2024 regular-season campaign. The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran free-agent safety George Odum back in 2022 for one primary reason: to improve what was an underachieving special teams unit. Odum, who earned a first-team All-Pro honor...
San Francisco Man Charged with Murder in Muni Bus Drive-By Shooting, DA Seeks Justice
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has confirmed the charges brought against Jose Adrian Flores Garcia, aged 28, in what has been described as a drive-by shooting that occurred on a Muni bus. According to the San Francisco District Attorney's press release, Garcia is facing one count of murder and one count of discharging a firearm from a moving vehicle, among other alleged offenses. He is scheduled to appear for arraignment on July 30.
Would Steph Curry stay with a non-competitive Warriors team?
Stephen Curry has long said he wants to remain with the Golden State Warriors for the rest of his career. However, it is fair to ask if that would remain the case even if the Warriors were not competitive. In an interview with Marc J. Spears of Andscape, Curry was asked how determined he was... The post Would Steph Curry stay with a non-competitive Warriors team? appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Terry Gross – “Sheepskin City”
Along with bassist Donny Newenhouse and drummer Phil Becker, Trans Am guitarist Phil Manley owns the Bay Area recording studio known simply as El Studio. The three musicians also have a band called Terry Gross, who should totally tour with ira glass. In September, Terry Gross will release their sophomore album, humorously titled Huge Improvement. Today we hear its hard and frenetic lead single “Sheepskin City,” named for a dearly departed San Francisco business.
3 teams who should exceed Warriors’ reported trade offer for Lauri Markkanen
As the dust settles on an interesting NBA Free Agency period, one big name who could likely be on the move is Utah Jazz power forward Lauri Markkanen. It's no secret that the Jazz have found little success with Markkanen. They failed to make the postseason for the second time, with him leading the way in Salt Lake City.
Giants trade lands veteran reliever on third team this season
The Giants have acquire right-hander Mike Baumann from the Mariners in exchange for cash considerations, per an announcement from both clubs. San Francisco’s 40-man roster now stands at 39. Baumann was designated for assignment by the Mariners earlier this week. Baumann, 29 in September, was a third-round pick by...
What's in your Bay, DJ Sami Fink?
If you’ve found yourself at an event lately thinking “damn, this DJ is great,” chances are good that Spellbound DJ Sami Fink was the mastermind behind the mix. Fink came up in punk basements and venues in Washington D.C. and Baltimore before making their way to SF to pursue a career in ecological restoration. But even as they worked rebuilding habitats for Golden Gate National Parks, Fink’s musical roots begged to be tended. In 2014, they began playing shows with post-punk band Composite, working for a record label, and DJing around town.
SF divided over 'Slow Streets' program: Here's what residents are saying
Hate them or love them, slow streets were first introduced in San Francisco at the beginning of the pandemic as a way get people outside while social distancing.A portion of Sanchez street in the Noe Valley neighborhood is a Slow Street. Families share a blissful moment while in the midst of this concrete valley."It's been incredible. It's been the best way to meet neighbors, the community. You see kids learning how to ride their bicycles, you grab coffee with people you never met before," expressed Sarah Katzen, a Noe Valley resident.Just to refresh your memory, the SFMTA introduced...
Giants lose 3-2 giving Dodgers team its 4th straight win
Teoscar Hernández had three hits and three RBIs, including a go-ahead single in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to four games by beating the San Francisco Giants 3-2 Monday night.Tyler Fitzgerald became the first Giants player to homer in four straight games since Brandon Belt did it twice in 2018. Fitzgerald connected on an elevated sinker from Ryan Yarbrough to tie it 2-all in the seventh. River Ryan allowed one unearned run over 5 1/3 innings in his major league debut for the Dodgers. The 23-year-old right-hander, acquired from San Diego in a...
Desalination plant proposed for San Francisco Bay
Saying it needs to evaluate all options for new sources of drinking water, Silicon Valley’s largest water district is studying a plan to build the first seawater desalination plant along the shores of San Francisco Bay. The Santa Clara Valley Water District, a government agency based in San Jose,...
Man arrested in Orange Cove with gun stolen from San Francisco, police say
ORANGE COVE, Calif. ( ) – A man has been arrested after police found a stolen firearm in his vehicle in Orange Cove, the city’s police department said. Officers say they issued a traffic stop on Tuesday around 8 p.m. due to the vehicle having an expired registration.
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