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An off-duty Sonoma County Sheriff’s deputy, Jeremy Lyle, fatally shot his partner, Mari Bonnici, before taking his own life in the coroner's office parking lot. The couple, who shared three children, had reportedly been in a domestic partnership prior to their separation. Authorities are investigating the incident as a domestic violence case, although no previous reports had been filed.
San Jose plans to dismantle its largest homeless encampment at Columbus Park, leaving residents without immediate housing options. Outreach efforts by the city and nonprofit organizations have not yet provided placements, as many temporary housing facilities will not open until late August or September. Residents express frustration over the lack of available resources and fear losing their belongings during the sweep.
Sheriff Christina Corpus' legal team seeks to halt her removal proceedings, initiated after voters approved Measure A, allowing her dismissal for misconduct. A hearing set for Monday will address allegations of an inappropriate relationship and retaliation within her office. Corpus remains defiant, asserting her commitment to transparency.
Emanuele Bariani will retire at the end of August after 28 years at Bariani Olive Oil in San Francisco's Alemany Farmers Market. His family business, known for producing high-quality, estate-grown olive oil from California olives, will continue to supply products through local stores and online. Bariani's departure marks the end of an era for a brand that gained recognition after being featured by Martha Stewart.
Ripple Labs and founder Chris Larsen settled with the SEC for $125 million, down from a potential $2 billion fine. Larsen criticized the SEC's earlier actions against the cryptocurrency industry, asserting that the ruling benefits the sector and revitalizes San Francisco's crypto scene.
Jivan Khakee, a graduate student, surveys the thriving Olympia oyster reef at Bayview's Heron’s Head Park, which has shown a remarkable increase in oyster density. The restoration project, part of a shoreline resilience initiative funded by Measure AA, aims to bolster coastal protection and biodiversity. The survey team recorded an average of 1,006 oysters per square meter in 2024, exceeding initial expectations.
Philz Coffee will distribute $525 bonuses to current baristas following the company's $145 million sale to Freeman Spogli. The bonuses, however, will not extend to former employees who lost stock earnings due to the acquisition. CEO Mahesh Sadarangani indicated that the bonuses were well-received, although some baristas expressed a preference for raises instead.
Z Space hosts a Game Night on August 11, 2025, featuring popular board games like Dungeon Master and Magic: The Gathering. The event begins at 7 PM local time and ends at 5 AM the following morning, inviting enthusiasts to enjoy a night of gaming in San Francisco.
Fact/SF will host its sixth annual Summer Dance Festival at ODC from August 15-17 and August 22-24, featuring dancers from across the U.S. The festival emphasizes equity in both artist selection and audience access, with a "No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds" policy. Founder Charlie Slender-White has restructured the festival to pay artists and promote diverse representation.
Brownstone Housing, a startup offering $700 monthly sleeping pods in San Francisco, faces eviction for over $150,000 in unpaid rent. The company also incurs daily penalties for violating city codes, including failing to obtain necessary permits. CEO James Stallworth acknowledges communication issues with the landlord.