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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.
Miguel Lopez, deported after 29 years in the U.S., returned to a transformed Mexico on his 47th birthday. Navigating life after deportation, he faces challenges reintegrating into a country that feels foreign. The Mexican government offers support to repatriated individuals, but the process remains difficult.
Former police officer Gregory Klemme faces multiple charges after authorities discovered homemade bombs and meth during a search of his Petaluma home. Klemme was previously detained as a suspect in a brush fire on federal land in Sonoma County, where he allegedly had explosives in his vehicle. He is currently held in Sonoma County Jail on $1 million bail.
Two women received nearly $7 million after alleging sexual abuse by former San Ramon Valley High teacher Ryan Wieble. The San Ramon Valley Unified School District reportedly failed to hold Wieble accountable, allowing him to resign quietly amid serious allegations. Despite the settlement, Wieble remains a credentialed teacher in California.
A suspect in a San Ramon Target bombing is linked to a $4 million ATM heist crew that used disguises and tools to rob banks. Meanwhile, a tragic accident in San Mateo left a mother dead and her two sons critically injured after an SUV ran a red light. The Sonoma County Fair opens this Friday with its annual World's Ugliest Dog Contest.
Ishami Dance Company will perform "Manchapravesh" at Dance Mission Theater on August 1-2, 2025. The performances are scheduled for Friday at 8 PM and Saturday at 4 PM. Tickets are available for purchase.
Kamala Harris announced her desire to take a break from campaigning for public office during a Late Show interview with Stephen Colbert. She plans to travel and engage with people without seeking their votes. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors granted amnesty to over 100 homeowners affected by corruption involving a former building inspector.
Hẻm by Lequy, a new Vietnamese restaurant, opened in August 2025, replacing the beloved Alnico. The restaurant specializes in Vietnamese street food, offering unique dishes like garlic butter snails and grilled oysters, which have delighted diners seeking authentic flavors.
El Farolito will compete for the NPSL championship at Kezar Stadium on Saturday, seeking back-to-back national titles. The team, known for its diverse roots and strong community ties, faces Hickory FC, which aims to disrupt their organized play. Admission to the match is free, allowing local fans to support their team.
Mekhi Spencer, a 17-year-old trainee builder in Bayview, proudly utilizes power tools in his boatbuilding education at Rocking the Boat. The program, which opened a new location in October 2024, aims to provide equitable access to boating activities for local teens, fostering essential life skills alongside boat construction.