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San Francisco Rolls Out California's First Entertainment Zone with Oktoberfest Cheers on Front Street
In collaboration with the Office of Economic and Workforce Development and Downtown SF Partnership, San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced the city's first Entertainment Zone event, geared to wow Oktoberfest enthusiasts on Front Street. In a free event slated for September 20th, between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m., attendees can meander along the thoroughfare between California and Sacramento streets, sipping to-go alcoholic beverages from local business stalwarts, including Schroeder’s, Harrington’s Bar & Grill, and Royal Exchange. As reported by the City and County of San Francisco, the festivities will include a lively mix of live music, themed beer games, and cultural costume contests to spice up the offerings.
X is leaving San Francisco on Friday the 13th of September: report
SAN FRANSICO (KRON) — X, the social media company formerly known as Twitter, will shut down its San Francisco headquarters in two weeks — on Friday the 13th of September, according to a report. The microblogging platform, which is owned by Elon Musk, circulated an internal memo cited by the New York Times earlier this […]
Steph Curry agrees to one-year, $62.6 million extension with Warriors: Report
Steph Curry was awarded a well-deserved payday on Thursday. The veteran guard agreed to a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported, citing Curry's agent, Jeff Austin. Curry originally was under contract with the Warriors through the 2025-26 NBA season and...
Tow truck owner wrecked cars for insurance cash, Feds say as more charges filed
The owner of an infamous San Francisco tow truck company is facing new charges after authorities say he intentionally wrecked cars to cash in on insurance money. In a federal grand jury indictment returned Aug. 20, Jose Vicente Badillo, 28; Kirill Afanasyev, 36; Jason Naraja, 37; and Jaime Respicio, 38, were charged with conspiracy, mail fraud, and wire fraud in connection with two schemes to defraud auto insurance companies, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday.
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Game Thread #133: Milwaukee Brewers (76-56) vs. San Francisco Giants (67-67)
The Brewers and Giants finish their three-game series this afternoon in Milwaukee, as well as the short three-game series at home. Aaron Civale faces Hayden Birdsong in the final game of the series. First pitch is at 1:10 p.m. and will be on Bally Sports Wisconsin and the Brewers Radio Network.
Arts briefs: Kings Mountain Art Fair, comedy competition, Thirty Seconds to Mars and more
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... This week, Kings Mountain Art Fair showcases art under the redwoods; John Fogerty brings his Celebration tour to Frost; 16 comedians perform in Round 1 of the SF International Comedy Competition at The Guild; local author Charlotte Cheng shares what happens when a dragon has a cold as she reads from her picture book “Roar-choo!” at Books Inc. Palo Alto; and Thirty Seconds to Mars comes to Shoreline.
REVIEW: Journey, Def Leppard and Steve Miller rock Oracle Park
SAN FRANCISCO — Bay Area rockers Journey brought their summer stadium tour, with co-headlining buddies Def Leppard and fellow locals Steve Miller Band to Oracle Park on Wednesday, even as long-time members Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain are embroiled in another dispute. This time suing each other over the...
Report: Warriors' Stephen Curry agrees to 1-year, $62.6M extension
Mar 18, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) smiles as he prepares to shoot during warmups before the game against the New York Knicks at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports. Warriors star Stephen Curry has agreed to a one-year, $62.6 million...
How to Watch Giants vs. Marlins: TV Channel & Live Stream - August 30
Jesus Sanchez and the Miami Marlins will take the field on Friday at Oracle Park against Blake Snell, who is starting for the San Francisco Giants. First pitch is set for 10:15 p.m. ET for the first game of a three-game series. Take a look at everything you need to...
Why Warriors’ Stephen Curry could only sign 1-year contract extension
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors agreed to a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension on Thursday. The attention-catching amount of money stands out, but why did Curry only receive a one-year extension? Bobby Marks of ESPN provided the answer after the deal was announced. “Curry passes $500M+ in career earnings on the court, joining […] The post Why Warriors’ Stephen Curry could only sign 1-year contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Will Brandon Aiyuk play in Week 1? What to know about status of 49ers amid holdout, contract dispute
The 49ers reached a critical stage in their ongoing contract dispute with wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. San Francisco's doctors cleared Aiyuk medically to participate in practice as of Wednesday, Aug. 28. He had been considered a "hold-in" because he was not practicing due to back and neck soreness, but his being cleared would potentially force his hand and make him return.
49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk not practicing again as contract saga drags on
The dominating storyline for the San Francisco 49ers so far this offseason has been the extended contract holdout of star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who is hoping to secure a lucrative contract extension. Aiyuk has been a major part of the 49ers’ success over the past few seasons, but San Francisco thus far has shown […] The post 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk not practicing again as contract saga drags on appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Trent Williams hold out, explained: Why 49ers left tackle wants a new contract before 2024 season
The 2024 NFL season is a week away and the defending NFC champion 49ers are still working on contract negotiations for two impact players. Breakout wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's contract situation and trade rumors have been well-documented this offseason. It is typical for a skill position player to get all the attention, so that shouldn't come as a surprise. But San Francisco's other contract holdout is far more important to the team's hopes of getting over the hump and winning the Super Bowl.
How Steelers trade for Brandon Aiyuk was wrecked by the Broncos
The Pittsburgh Steelers have fallen short in their bid for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. But as it turns out, the Steelers would have gotten a trade done had the Denver Broncos agreed to get involved.
Oktoberfest to be SF's first "entertainment zone" event
Oktoberfest on Front will be San Francisco's first event to take advantage of "entertainment zone" legislation allowing businesses to sell alcoholic drinks to-go during special events.Why it matters: The entertainment zones are part of the city's efforts to make downtown San Francisco a place to be again while supporting small businesses and economic development.Driving the news: City officials and community organizations announced on Thursday three businesses — Schroeder's, Harrington's Bar & Grill and Royal Exchange — will be allowed to sell booze to go at Oktoberfest on Front in September.Oktoberfest will be bigger than before, featuring live music, beer chugging,...
Fantasy Football Fallout: Will Trent Williams' holdout impact Aiyuk, McCaffrey, Purdy, Deebo, and more?
Trent Williams is arguably the most important player in the 49ers' offense, and if his holdout prevents him from missing games, it will have a significant impact on the other players in San Francisco.
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