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The Department of Justice fired Judge Chloe S. Dillon, known for a 96.5 percent asylum approval rate in San Francisco. Dillon's dismissal follows the termination of four other immigration judges in the area, raising concerns about politically motivated firings amidst a significant immigration backlog.
A radioactive shrimp recall has expanded to include several brands of frozen shrimp in nine states, including California, following the discovery of cesium-137 in shipping containers. In a separate incident, a 30-year-old SFPD recruit died after a medical emergency during a training exercise, raising questions about the cause. Additionally, a former band teacher faces charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a student multiple times.
A Colombian woman faced arrest after her immigration hearing in San Francisco, where she appeared without an attorney. Despite the judge rejecting a motion to dismiss her asylum case, ICE agents detained her immediately outside the courtroom. This incident occurred amid heightened tensions following protests against ICE actions.
Federal agents arrested Angélica, a U.S. citizen, outside the San Francisco immigration court, charging her with destruction of property and assaulting a federal officer. This incident marks a significant escalation of federal actions against protesters in the city, as local attorneys noted that such charges are rare in San Francisco. Angélica's supporters expressed outrage, highlighting her arrest while exercising her First Amendment rights.
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center hosted its first Fiesta de San Salvador on August 8, celebrating the cultural roots of Salvadoran inmates while addressing the challenges of deportation to El Salvador's harsh prison conditions. Incarcerated individuals showcased their heritage through dance and food, highlighting the emotional struggles of those like Edwin Chavez, who fear being sent back to a life of suffering in El Salvador.
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus faces removal following a hearing focused on the warrantless arrest of union president Carlos Tapia, a critic of hers. The arrest, which was deemed unjustified by the District Attorney, has raised allegations of retaliation against Corpus. This hearing is part of a lengthy process initiated by a unanimous decision from the county's Board of Supervisors.
A Colombian woman was arrested at San Francisco immigration court on Friday after her asylum case was dismissed by the Department of Homeland Security. Despite the judge rejecting the dismissal, ICE agents apprehended her in the hallway, marking a troubling trend for asylum-seekers in the area. The incident followed a violent protest outside the court two days earlier, highlighting tensions surrounding immigration enforcement.
ICE agents arrested a Colombian woman during an immigration hearing in San Francisco on Friday, marking the only arrest among over 30 scheduled cases. The judge rejected a motion from a Department of Homeland Security attorney to dismiss the woman's asylum case, but ICE agents detained her immediately after the hearing.
City employees, including police and outreach workers, replaced the usual crowd outside A Woman’s Place shelter in San Francisco. Lillyonna, a 31-year-old resident, highlighted the lack of available shelter beds and the need for more housing and life-management support. She expressed frustration over the city's inability to address homelessness effectively.
City employees replaced the usual crowd outside A Woman’s Place shelter, conducting a sidewalk cleaning. Lillyonna, a 31-year-old shelter resident, expressed frustration over the lack of available beds and requested more housing and case management support. She highlighted the challenges of homelessness while navigating the streets of San Francisco.