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Mayor Daniel Lurie modifies the appointment process for the District 4 supervisor, emphasizing community engagement and thorough vetting. Candidates must connect with district residents and submit their findings by Sunday at 8 p.m. The shortlist includes five candidates, with interviews scheduled following their community outreach efforts.
Federal attorneys sought to remove several asylum-seekers from San Francisco immigration court to Honduras, despite their lack of ties to the country. Judges denied the motions, emphasizing the need for written submissions to ensure fair representation. This action represents a continued effort by the Trump administration to complicate asylum processes.
Marin Water completed the second season of restoration work on the Lagunitas Creek Watershed Enhancement Project, enhancing habitats for Coho salmon and other aquatic species. Crews added over 270 logs and 11,000 tons of gravel to the creek, with the project aiming to restore 4,550 feet of creek channel. Access to the Leo T. Cronin Fish Viewing Area has reopened for visitors to observe the Coho salmon run.
A Level 2 storm will hit the Bay Area Thursday morning, bringing heavy rain and winds gusting up to 60 mph. Commuters should expect slick roads and potential flooding during the busiest travel hours. High Wind Warnings are in effect, raising concerns about downed trees and power outages.
The California Historical Resources Commission designated four Bay Area sites as eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Notable locations include Mill Valley City Hall, built during the Great Depression, and Chautauqua Hall in Pacific Grove, constructed in 1881. The recognition highlights the importance of preserving historical architecture in California.
Waymo expanded its robotaxi services in the Bay Area, allowing rides on freeways and to San Jose International Airport. The airport becomes the first in California to offer such access, with plans for further service expansion ahead of major sporting events in 2026.
An autopsy report confirmed that a family of four found dead in a San Francisco home in October was a murder-suicide. The mother reportedly took her own life after killing her two daughters and husband amid financial struggles, with court documents revealing their home was in foreclosure.
The SFMTA confirmed operator fatigue caused a September incident where a Muni light rail train jolted passengers as it sped through a curve at over 50 mph. Video footage showed the operator appearing to fall asleep at the controls, leading to an investigation that resulted in the operator being placed on non-driving status. The SFMTA is reinforcing training on fatigue awareness and working with Siemens on software to limit speeds in certain areas.
San Francisco police identified 20-year-old Kaylyn Tafao Olomua as the victim of a fatal shooting in the Mission District early Sunday morning. The shooting occurred outside the Skylark bar, leaving another victim in critical condition. Police arrested 23-year-old Larry Hudgson Jr. as a suspect.
UC Berkeley officials reported that outside agitators participated in protests against a Turning Point USA event, resulting in multiple arrests. The university pledged to assist in identifying these agitators as they investigate the incidents.