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South San Francisco Launches New Website
Updates include improved navigation, enhanced accessibility, and a mobile-friendly design. The City of South San Francisco is pleased to announce the launch of its new, user-friendly website designed to provide an enhanced experience for residents, business owners, and visitors alike. This initiative aims to streamline access to essential city services, information, and resources, fostering improved communication and engagement within our community.
Angered by a trans protection law, Elon Musk says X will leave San Francisco for Austin
Elon Musk announced on X that the company formerly known as Twitter will move its San Francisco headquarters to Austin, Texas. Musk did not reveal a timeline for the move. The company answered a request for comment with an automated response. His post was in response to news that Gov....
Millbrae councilmembers who backed affordable housing targeted in recall
Millbrae citizens, angry over the potential conversion of a hotel into a permanent supportive housing project, are in the middle of a special election that could recall two councilmembers who support it. Millbrae Vice Mayor Maurice Goodman and Councilmember Angelina Cahalan are facing a petitioned recall election that opened June 24 and closes July 23. Some residents in their districts are upset that the two supported a move by the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors to acquire the La Quinta Inn and Suites at 1390 El Camino Real, a 100-room hotel and restaurant developed in 1988. It was one...
SF’s Failed Shelter Policies Exposed at COVA Hotel
Unhoused Get Free Rent, Meals, Room with Private Bath—For Years!. In addition to harming nearby residents and Little Saigon’s small businesses, San Francisco’s Cova Hotel offers a welcome mat to unhoused arrivals to San Francisco. They get free rent, two free meals a day, and rooms with...
Newsom spotlights San Francisco as he touts California economy
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom namechecked San Francisco several times in a news release Monday touting California retaining its title as the world’s fifth largest economy. “Since April, Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the state has retained its title as the world’s fifth largest economy, broken tourism-spending records, increased its population, […]
Bay Area RNC delegates ecstatic about Trump's VP pick JD Vance, who has SF ties
California has sent the largest delegation to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. On Monday, many of them applauded Donald Trump's decision naming J.D. Vance as his running mate. The VP candidate has strong ties to the Bay Area.The Golden State has 166 delegates at the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin.They say they're excited about Donald Trump accepting the party nomination and they believe Trump's VP pick will truly help turn things around for the country.The Republican National Convention is underway, and delegates say they are pumped."The energy is absolutely palpable," said John Dennis, the Chairman of the San Francisco...
Coyote sightings in SF close dog park and athletics field; pet owners unhappy
SF coyote sightings close dog park and athletics field; Pet owners unhappy. An uptick in coyote sightings in San Francisco has once again prompted a response by the citys parks and animal control departments. Two public spaces are now temporarily closed. They include an athletics field in Bernal Heights and a dog park on the edge of The Presidio.
San Mateo County Superior court reducing services after state budget cuts
San Mateo County Superior Court will reduce several services due to state budget cuts, the court announced Monday. Most of the cuts will impact civil, probate or family law cases, the court said. In child custody cases, for example, the time between meeting with a counselor and the first hearing with a judge will increase from 8-10 weeks to as much as four months. Court officials said that parties can expect some of their civil or family law judgements to be delayed for up to six months. However, most criminal proceedings appear to be unaffected by the changes. The reductions...
San Francisco expands social programs to reduce overdose deaths
Dr. Hillary Kunins, director of behavioral and mental health, hosted a press conference yesterday about what the city is doing to address the overdose crisis. Kunins reported that in June of this year, 48 people died from overdose, which is less than last June. Overall, compared to the first half of last year, there have been 31 fewer overdose deaths.
San Mateo County Libraries Opens 24/7 Library Outpost in Pacifica
SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — San Mateo County Libraries is excited to open its first Library Outpost, a user-friendly 24/7 automated vending machine that will expand access to library services. The lending machine, located outside the Pacifica Sanchez Library, will enable community members to browse, select and return books...
July 18-21: Port Chicago Weekend
Join the Port Chicago Alliance for the Port Chicago Weekend. This is a four-day festival held across various Bay Area cities, featuring music, art, food, education, and commemoration. The festivities align with and support the 80th Anniversary of the national World War II and civil rights history of Port Chicago...
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