Day Around the Bay: Harvey Milk Plaza Redesign to Break Ground in 2026
Briefly

Construction for the redesign of Harvey Milk Plaza in the Castro will begin in 2026, following the announcement of funding. This $25 million project aims to enhance public space, honor Milk's legacy, and incorporate art installations representing the Castro's significance in LGBTQ+ activism. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Unified District faces potential suspension of its ethnic studies program after parent concerns of bias, despite educators advocating for its positive impact on students. The FBI is also seeking information on the whereabouts of a missing woman believed to be a victim of sex trafficking, offering a reward for tips.
The revamped Harvey Milk Plaza will honor Milk's legacy with expanded public spaces and art installations, emphasizing its global symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and activism.
The ethnic studies program in San Francisco faces suspension due to claims of promoting bias from parents, while educators argue it enhances belonging and academic outcomes.
The FBI is offering a reward for information on Heaven Desiree McGee, a missing 21-year-old who is believed to be a victim of sex trafficking.
A man was sentenced to over six years for sexually abusing a child in a library restroom, highlighting ongoing concerns about child safety.
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