Day Around the Bay Crews Contain 167-Acre Brush Fire in Solano County at 30

A rapidly spreading brush fire in Solano County burned 167 acres before crews contained 30% of it by 4 p. m. on Friday. Thompson Builders announced plans to build a 258-unit apartment complex at the long-vacant 360 Fifth St site in San Francisco’s SoMa District. The new development will include a 244-foot-tall tower and two three-story buildings, featuring a mix of studio and one- and two-bedroom apartments.

In a separate legal matter, Kian Hanohano Atkinson, a San Mateo County official, pleaded not guilty to charges of embezzling $800,000 through fake permits. This case highlights potential issues within local governance and environmental health services. Environmental activists are also suing the EPA over its latest climate change report, which they claim is filled with inaccuracies. These developments reflect ongoing tensions in urban development, law enforcement, and environmental policy. Local officials are pledging to address these challenges to ensure community safety and sustainable growth.