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A big rig transporting Tesla batteries overturned on westbound I-80 near Truckee, causing significant traffic delays. The California Highway Patrol reported no injuries, but cleanup will take time due to the nature of the cargo. Google Maps indicates delays of up to 57 minutes as of Monday afternoon.
Gage Wynne, brother of controversial San Francisco social media figure Ricci Wynne, faces multiple charges including human trafficking, pimping, and pandering. This follows Ricci Wynne's own arrest on similar charges and raises questions about their connections to local crime and politics.
A trial began in San Francisco to determine if President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles violated the Posse Comitatus Act. The Department of Homeland Security's Ernesto Santacruz Jr. testified that military assistance was crucial for ICE officers amid rising attacks, though the court expressed skepticism about the federal government's justification. The outcome may shape future military deployments in California and beyond.
Vaccination rates among kindergarten-age children in California are nearing a critical drop below 95%, raising concerns about herd immunity and the resurgence of diseases like measles and polio. UCSF infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Chin-Hong warns that increased vaccine exemptions and changes in COVID-19 vaccine availability could exacerbate the situation. Parents are urged to vaccinate their children to prevent outbreaks.
San Francisco has permitted only 5% of its mandated housing units, lagging significantly behind its 2023 Housing Element plan to create 82,000 units by 2031. Many Bay Area cities are performing even worse, with some permitting less than 1% of their required housing. Despite state efforts to streamline housing approvals, rising construction costs and high interest rates hinder development.
Petunia, a 2-year-old hairless French bulldog mix, won first prize at Sonoma's World’s Ugliest Dog Contest and will appear on The Today Show. In other news, ICE arrested two US citizens protesting outside its field office, while Rodney Williams was sentenced to 10 years in prison on child pornography charges. A suspected shoplifter bit a police officer at a Colma Target as they attempted to make an arrest.
California lawmakers are advancing a proposal to expand the state's power market, potentially linking it with coal-dependent states. Supporters claim this will reduce costs and enhance grid reliability, while critics warn it risks compromising the state's climate goals. The measure awaits further action in the Assembly after bipartisan support in the Senate.
San Francisco accepted a $3.4 million grant from the Crankstart Foundation to enhance legal resources for immigrants. The funding will support three immigration attorneys and a paralegal in the Public Defender’s Office until February 2029, amid federal policies increasing deportation risks for immigrants.
Jeff and Jay, two vendors in San Francisco, sell stolen goods on 16th Street, where they claim they can make money despite a sparse customer presence and police nearby. Jeff's sales strategy includes offering instant coffee and ice cream at a discount, reflecting the challenges vendors face in the area. Their operations highlight the ongoing struggles of street vendors amid law enforcement scrutiny.
Congregation Sherith Israel, a historic synagogue, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features a striking 60-foot painted dome. The structure highlights the significance of preserving architectural history in the community.