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MCCLA hosts an Open Mic event on May 1, 2025, at 2868 Mission St, San Francisco, featuring local poets, writers, and singers. The event starts at 6 PM local time and concludes at 3 AM the following morning. Participants can showcase their talents in a supportive atmosphere.
Adobe Books will host a Revolutionary Film Night on May 1, 2025, in San Francisco. The event features films that explore revolutionary themes, including anti-imperialism. Attendees can engage in discussions surrounding the films and their historical contexts.
ODC/Dance hosts an open rehearsal at the ODC Dance Commons in San Francisco on May 1, 2025. Attendees can experience the creative process and see the upcoming season's choreography. The event is part of a broader initiative to engage the community in the arts.
Bay Area transportation agencies, including BART, Muni, and Caltrain, face significant budget deficits as ridership remains below pre-pandemic levels. State Senator Scott Wiener proposes a new sales tax measure to fund these agencies, while former BART director Debora Allen urges for strategic budget cuts. Without action, deep service cuts may be inevitable.
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized President Donald Trump during a speech in San Francisco, addressing his economic policies and warning of a potential constitutional crisis. She emphasized the need for Democratic unity as the party prepares for the 2026 midterm elections, while also hinting at her own political future.
President Trump’s proposed reduction of corporate taxes from 21% to 15% could cost California's affordable housing sector an estimated $250 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits. The California Housing Partnership warns that lower corporate tax rates would decrease the demand for these credits, impacting funding for affordable housing projects statewide.
May Day protests are scheduled across the Bay Area on Thursday, focusing on worker and immigrant rights. UCSF faculty member Matias Campos highlighted the impact of a hiring freeze on patient care, with 4,000 employees participating in a strike. The UC system hopes for progress while maintaining regular operations.
Long wait times plague the last Walgreens pharmacy in San Francisco's Mission District, exacerbated by the closure of nearby locations. Customers express frustration over staffing shortages, with many considering alternatives like mail-order prescriptions. Local officials are exploring solutions to address the pharmacy gap in the area.
Firefighters battled a significant blaze at a vacant warehouse on Alameda Avenue in Oakland this afternoon. The fire, which started around 3 PM, produced thick smoke visible across the city and required the assistance of a fireboat for containment.