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San Francisco's clothing donation programs face severe shortages of men's clothing and coats amid the city's coldest summer in 40 years. Organizations like St. Anthony's report a 35% drop in donations since the pandemic, leaving many patrons without essential winter wear.
The Federal Trade Commission warns consumers about a scam involving fake texts claiming Amazon products have been recalled. These messages include links to purported refunds but are designed to steal personal information. The FTC advises checking Amazon accounts directly and not clicking on suspicious links.
A beloved San Francisco cyclist, Colden Kimber, was fatally stabbed while attempting to protect a mother and her children from an unprovoked attack. The 28-year-old was waiting for a train after lunch when the incident occurred, prompting an outpouring of grief from friends and community members. The suspect has been charged with murder and will be arraigned on August 14.
A scaffolding accident claimed the life of Jonathan Dillard Guidi, a 41-year-old construction subcontractor and father of seven, at Sylvia Mendez Elementary School in Berkeley. Guidi fell approximately 40 feet while working on a modernization project; he was pronounced dead after being transported to a hospital. Investigations by local authorities and workplace safety officials are ongoing.
A volunteer team of trained terriers captured 57 rats at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal, addressing a significant infestation. The initiative, spearheaded by Emily Iniguez's SCRAT, aims to control the rat population without using harmful pesticides. Local residents expressed support for the canine efforts, recognizing the ongoing pest problem.
Oakland residents demand transparency regarding the death of a Black man found hanging from a tree on June 30, which police have labeled a suicide. Eyewitness accounts and community activism highlight concerns about the investigation's integrity, given the dual role of the sheriff's office. Local voices call for further inquiry and accountability from authorities.
Oakland Police seized 27 firearms and arrested multiple suspects this week in operations linked to previous violent crimes. The arrests occurred daily from Sunday to Thursday in East Oakland, highlighting ongoing public safety concerns.
Only five of fifteen asylum seekers attended their scheduled hearings at a San Francisco immigration court on Friday, raising concerns about the fear of detention. During the hearings, Homeland Security attorneys moved to dismiss cases, leading to immediate arrests by ICE after court proceedings ended. The situation highlights the precariousness of the asylum process amid ongoing enforcement actions.
Mayor Daniel Lurie signed new PermitSF legislation aimed at easing the permitting process for small businesses in San Francisco, promoting economic recovery downtown. The reforms include removing fees for common business signs and increasing flexibility for ground-floor uses, making it easier for businesses to operate and grow.
The San Francisco Police Department has arrested over 100 individuals in an effort to dismantle the city's illegal drug markets. The article follows the case of one woman as a representation of this crackdown.