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fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
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Day Around the Bay: SF Zoo Getting a New Male Gorilla From the Louisville Zoo

SFPD will conduct a DUI checkpoint on July 5-6, 2025, but the location remains undisclosed.
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago
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Mission District loses its police captain. Again.

Liza Johansen is no longer the Mission Station police captain after only 10 months in the role.
#san-francisco
fromKqed
1 week ago
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Trans Activists Vow to 'Liberate Compton's' Despite Appeal Loss | KQED

fromKqed
1 week ago
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Trans Activists Vow to 'Liberate Compton's' Despite Appeal Loss | KQED

#public-works
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
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Giant Lake Emerges at 24th and Mission After Water Main Break In Public Works Project

fromsfist.com
1 day ago
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Giant Lake Emerges at 24th and Mission After Water Main Break In Public Works Project

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 day ago

Update: Coastal flood advisory issued for Northern California until 2 a.m. Friday

North Bay Interior Valleys, San Francisco Bay Shoreline, and San Francisco County are under a coastal flood advisory due to expected minor coastal flooding from 9 p.m. Thursday.
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fromKqed
1 week ago
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SF Just Voted to Ban Long-Term RV Parking. What Happens to the People Inside? | KQED

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors voted to ban long-term oversized vehicle parking citywide.
#trump-administration
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
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Democrat Melanie Stansbury triggers Marjorie Taylor Greene into gavel-banging meltdown at House hearing-again

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
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Popular Cycling Roads and Trails Threatened by Trump's Public Lands Sell-off - Streetsblog USA

fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
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Democrat Melanie Stansbury triggers Marjorie Taylor Greene into gavel-banging meltdown at House hearing-again

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
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Popular Cycling Roads and Trails Threatened by Trump's Public Lands Sell-off - Streetsblog USA

fromMission Local
1 week ago

Former Parks Alliance board members describe financial chaos within organization

We had great fear, which proved to be correct, that if funders and donors realized the depth of issues that we were still uncovering, they would dry up all fundraising.
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#local-government
fromKqed
1 week ago
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Supervisor Questions SFPD's Response to ICE Protests in SF | KQED

San Francisco's sanctuary city status emphasizes immigrant safety and restricts local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration agents.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago
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Miley: Jerry Brown's changes in 1998 led to Oakland's broken government today. Here's how to fix it.

Oakland's city charter must be changed to ensure effective governance and improve city operations.
fromKqed
1 week ago
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Supervisor Questions SFPD's Response to ICE Protests in SF | KQED

#homelessness
from48 hills
1 week ago
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Tests for the supes: The budget, protecting rent-controlled housing .... - 48 hills

from48 hills
2 weeks ago
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Will supes oust one of the most effective members of the Homeless Oversight Commission? - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 week ago
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Tests for the supes: The budget, protecting rent-controlled housing .... - 48 hills

from48 hills
2 weeks ago
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Will supes oust one of the most effective members of the Homeless Oversight Commission? - 48 hills

#assault
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
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Castro Walgreens Manager Found Guilty of Assaulting Shoplifter and Lacerating His Eye

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
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Castro Walgreens Manager Found Guilty of Assaulting Shoplifter and Lacerating His Eye

fromBoston.com
1 week ago

2 'knuckleheads' illegally dumped trash in Somerville, police say. It apparently did not go according to plan.

Police stated that two men, referred to as 'knuckleheads,' illegally dumped trash on an MBTA right of way and got stuck with the U-Haul truck they used in the process.
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fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Here's Why SF Homeless Advocates Are Glad Lurie Ditched Push for 1,500 Shelter Beds | KQED

Currently, only 13% of individuals utilizing San Francisco's various shelter options successfully transition to permanent housing, indicating a significant gap in effective outcomes.
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#immigration
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Federal oversight drags on as Oakland police struggle with internal investigations

"We're not there yet," U.S. District Judge William Orrick stated, acknowledging the strides made by the Oakland Police Department but emphasizing the need for full compliance with federal oversight.
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fromKqed
1 month ago

Tesla Driver Charged With Running Into 69-Year-Old 'No Kings' Protester in SF | KQED

District Attorney Brooke Jenkins confirmed that a man has been charged with multiple felonies after recklessly injuring a protester during the No Kings march in San Francisco.
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fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Gen Z Needs Office Etiquette Coaches, Managers Say | Entrepreneur

Rosalinda Randall, an etiquette coach, noted a significant rise in requests for her services, with calls up 50% in recent months, as companies seek to instill office etiquette in first-time workers.
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#public-safety
#bay-area-events
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago
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SF's "Free America Weekend" Dolores Park March to Pier 39 + Fireworks Dance Party (2025)

fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago
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SF's "Free America Weekend" Dolores Park March to Pier 39 + Fireworks Dance Party (2025)

fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Local Bartender Accused of Slashing Patron's Throat In Random Attack at Divisadero Bar

The attack occurred around 1:30 am in the men's restroom of The Fishbowl Bar & Grill when bartender Taylor 'TJ' Vindigni was assaulted by an unknown patron.
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#california-budget
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Letters: San Jose airport is travelers' best option

Having just flown through San Jose, I saw lots of new restaurants, great signage and new visual technologies deployed. San Jose International remains one of the very easiest in and out airports in our region.
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fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

Florida's New Alligator Alcatraz' Prison Almost Makes Me Miss the Days When Pam Bondi Was in Charge

The alarming polling news reveals Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton leading Senator John Cornyn by 19 points among Texas Republican primary voters, indicating serious electoral challenges ahead.
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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
4 weeks ago

Education Department Outlines Plan to Change PSLF Rules

"The law does not empower the Secretary of Education to opine on the supposed illegality of a public service employer's mission-an unprecedented exercise of executive power that extends far beyond the Higher Education Act."
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#legislation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Following Santa Clara County Assessor Larry Stone's resignation, a special election to replace him will cost at least $13.1 million

It's too bad that the $13 million or actually $26 million if there's going to be two elections will be spent on this rather than other county needs.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Threatens to Call Cops on Conservative Reporter in the Capitol: You're Harassing Me'

Greene asserted that she knows of no Americans personally harmed by Iran, while highlighting the danger posed by illegal immigration and drug cartels in the U.S.
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fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Fine Gael poised for internal battle over presidential candidate as two big names emerge

Fine Gael is preparing for an internal contest as nominations for a presidential candidate approach, which may see MEP Seán Kelly challenging Mairead McGuinness.
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fromNextgov.com
4 weeks ago

SSA head wants to beef up agency tech as it sheds thousands of staff

"My vision for Social Security is clear: putting the customer first," said Bisignano. "This will be driven by a technology agenda."
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fromTelecompetitor
4 weeks ago

More than 40 Members of Congress Write to Lutnick about BEAD Changes

The restructuring notice appears to violate this requirement by allowing applicants to exclude certain unserved locations. Such an allowance would defy bipartisan congressional intent.
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#california
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago

SCOTUS Allows South Carolina to Block Planned Parenthood From Accepting Medicaid

The Supreme Court's decision enables South Carolina to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, which provides essential health services to low-income women, threatening their access to care.
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#gavin-newsom
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

40m in cash evidence held by An Garda Siochana, Oireachtas Committee hears

The amount of cash held by An Garda Síochána is concerning, especially as investigations relate to it. A robust system is in place, but risks persist.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Skelton: Big state budget questions linger about crime, Medi-Cal, Delta tunnel

California's Legislature is actively working on important legislative decisions, particularly around budget and spending of tax dollars.
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fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Politics in Sweden: Who is the new leader of the struggling Liberals?

Simona Mohamsson, in her inaugural speech as leader, emphasized a ‘tough love’ approach to immigration and integration, signaling potential shifts in party policies.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Garcia: East Side - Do the right thing for fair election reform - San Jose Spotlight

The California Voting Rights Act mandates that at-large elections do not undermine the ability of defined protected classes to elect preferred candidates.
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#public-lands
fromFast Company
1 month ago
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Thousands of miles of federal lands in the U.S. could be up for sale. Here's where Western governors stand on the issue

fromFast Company
1 month ago
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Thousands of miles of federal lands in the U.S. could be up for sale. Here's where Western governors stand on the issue

fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Former Republican US Sen. Scott Brown in Massachusetts seeks to succeed Shaheen in New Hampshire

"We've been blessed by two great governors, Chris Sununu and Kelly Ayotte. But in Washington, we haven't been represented by the right people."
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

San Mateo supervisors scrutinize sheriff's spending for $74,000 table, massage chairs, $600,000 TV'

Supervisor Jackie Speier raised concerns over costly items purchased by the Sheriff's Office, including a $600,000 TV and a proposed $74,000 conference table.
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fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Sources: Texas State expecting offer from Pac-12

The anticipation of Texas State's potential joining of the Pac-12 has intensified, with a formal offer expected soon, especially before the July 1 exit fee increase.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Kari Lake Can't Remember That People in Armenia Speak Armenian in Painfully Awkward Exchange With House Dem

During a testimony before Congress, Kari Lake had an awkward exchange with a House Democrat about the Armenian language, revealing a lack of knowledge about the country.
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fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

State Dept. further prepares for mass layoffs even as court block remains

The American Foreign Service Association denounced the changes and said they were particularly troubling, highlighting the potential impact on the effectiveness of U.S. diplomacy.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Member of RFK Jr's new vaccine panel withdraws over conflict of interest

Dr. Michael Ross withdrew from the CDC's vaccine advisory panel after a conflict of interest review revealed ties to private healthcare companies.
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fromNature
1 month ago

Coherent bunching of anyons and dissociation in an interference experiment - Nature

The interference measurements revealed unexpected flux periodicities of Δ Φ =  ν−1Φ0 for 'particle-hole conjugated' states, challenging existing theories in fractional quantum Hall physics.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Alexander Spellane Spotted at Waldorf Astoria Event Headlined By Charlie Kirk

The luxurious Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach hosted an influential gathering of conservatives, prominently featuring entrepreneur Alexander Spellane, who represents the growing voice for financial independence and media freedom.
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