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Highly congested Bay Area highway is starting its $1.6 billion restructure
Transportation authorities are gearing up to embark on a significant endeavor aimed at mitigating the impact of sea-level rise and alleviating traffic congestion along the critical North Bay route, Highway 37.
This is How Much Money San Francisco Spends on Homelessness
For the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2023, San Francisco earmarked a budget of $672 million for its Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing. A breakdown of the budget allocation reveals that over 60% is dedicated to housing initiatives, approximately 20% is designated for shelter provision, while the remainder is split between prevention, outreach, and staffing.
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Fleet Week, Blue Angels Ready for Action
San Francisco Fleet Week 2023 is October 2 through 9. Now that the federal government shutdown was averted at the last minute, San Francisco Fleet Week 2023 is a go. That means the U.S. Navy Blue Angels are back in town —much to the delight of air show fans and the dismay of those who don’t appreciate the thunderous roar of F/A-18 Super Hornet engines.
San Francisco Woman Gets Pinned Under Self-Driving Car, Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries
In a recent incident in San Francisco, a woman was critically injured when she was run over and pinned beneath a self-driving car. The circumstances surrounding this incident have sparked an investigation and debate. Here's what we know so far.
The Two Faces of San Francisco: How the East-West Divide Reveals a City in Crisis!
Waves of Homelessness: San Francisco's Eastern Districts Most Affected. San Francisco, a city renowned for its tech boom, diverse culture, and picturesque Golden Gate Bridge, has seen its darker side come into the limelight recently. The growing issue of homelessness, largely concentrated in specific neighborhoods, has now become the subject of intense scrutiny and concern.
A Legacy of Equality: Honoring Senator Feinstein’s Contributions to LGBTQ Rights
San Francisco, a city renowned for its vibrant diversity and progressive spirit, finds itself enveloped in a solemn hush following the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. At the age of 90, Feinstein left behind a legacy marked by staunch advocacy for equal rights, a pursuit that earned her the affection and admiration of many in the LGBTQ community. Flags at half-staff flutter gently outside the City Hall, bearing silent testimony to a career that spanned over five decades, breaking barriers and fostering unity.
San Francisco’s Traffic Citations Plummet: What’s Happening?
Public safety concerns have taken center stage in San Francisco recently, with a sharp decline in traffic citations over the past eight years and a worrying increase in pedestrian fatalities. In a bid to address these pressing issues, city officials convened a Public Safety Committee meeting, led by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, to demand answers and action from the police department.
The Noive! Shoplifter Asks for Dropped Phone Back
A nail supply store in Murrieta, Califoria was shoplifted by two women, caught stealing $600. worth of nail supplies from Premier Nail Supply. Video shows two women - identified as Kaydrianna Hall, 24, and Serenadi Banks, 19 - running out of the store with a haul of unpurchased nail supplies. The owner and a clerk chase them out of the store but come back without the supplies.
McDonalds; The Coffee is Still Hot
McDonalds is facing another lawsuit for hot coffee. This time in San Francisco, where an elderly woman bought a coffee at the drive-thru, The 85-year-old put the coffee in her vehicle's cup holder, drove to her foot doctor's office for an appointment and parked. While picking up the cup, she was burned by hot coffee.
California Dominates the Top 10 Worst Run Cities list, taking 1st and 7th Place.
California, a state known for its diverse population and innovative tech industry, has unfortunately earned a less favorable distinction. According to an analysis conducted by Stacker, using June 2023 data from WalletHub, two cities in California, Oakland and San Francisco, have been listed among the top ten worst-run cities in America. The cities were ranked based on their overall operating efficiency, determined by the quality of services and total budget per capita.
Levi's Heir Takes on San Francisco's Crisis: Announces Candidacy For San Francisco Mayor!
Levi Strauss heir Daniel Lurie has announced his candidacy for mayor of San Francisco, aiming to address the city's mounting problems and restore its former glory. Lurie, a philanthropist and anti-poverty crusader, plans to challenge incumbent London Breed in the upcoming election. With concerns about leadership and the future of the city, Lurie hopes to inspire a love for San Francisco among its residents.
Retail Crime: Target to close Three Stores and layoff staff in California.
Target, one of the leading retail corporations, has announced the closure of nine stores across four states, including Three in the San Francisco/Oakland market, effective October 21. This decision, follows efforts by Target to enhance the guest experience and improve business performance in these locations. Each of these stores employs approximately 200 people, highlighting the significant impact of these closures on local employment.
Target will close another 3 Bay Area stores next month
Target’s recent announcement to shutter three of its Bay Area stores next month has sent shockwaves through the region’s retail landscape. In a formal statement released on Tuesday, the retail giant cited the unsettling rise of safety concerns as the primary reason for this strategic decision, emphasizing their commitment to the safety of their team members and patrons, as well as the imperative to sustain viable business operations.
“San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s Stance on Homelessness Activists”
In the bustling city of San Francisco, where the iconic Golden Gate Bridge stretches across the bay, there is a growing concern that has plagued the city’s streets for years: homelessness. San Francisco Mayor London Breed recently made headlines with her bold statements regarding homeless activists in the city. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the details of Mayor Breed’s stance and the ongoing challenges surrounding homelessness in the City by the Bay.