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Elon Musk announced that Tesla's Robotaxi service is launching in the Bay Area, allowing users to hail rides via an app, though a driver will remain present for now. This comes after state regulators indicated Tesla lacks the necessary permits for fully autonomous rides. The service is invite-only and also operates in Austin.
Jarrod Shappell, a San Francisco father and Warriors season ticket holder, competes in the 2025 Pop-A-Shot National Championship. After two decades away from competitive basketball, he seizes the opportunity to win a national title in a different format. This event highlights the growing popularity of casual basketball competitions.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall expressed a willingness to meet the teen who shot him during an attempted robbery. Pearsall was shot in August 2024 while walking near Union Square, shortly after an autograph signing event. The suspect faces attempted murder charges, and Pearsall hopes to understand the teen's perspective.
Will Kim, a green card holder and PhD student, is likely detained at an ICE facility in Arizona after his arrest at San Francisco International Airport. His lawyers state that no reason has been provided for his detention. Kim is conducting research on a Lyme disease vaccine at Texas A&M University.
Stanford researcher Aaron Tan unveiled Lume, a robotic lamp that folds laundry, promising to alleviate household chores. The robot, designed for seamless integration into homes, is available for pre-order with a refundable deposit of $49. Lume will ship in 2026 at a price under $2,000.
San Francisco prepares for three weekends of music events in Golden Gate Park, beginning with a series featuring Dead & Company. The event is expected to draw significant crowds and includes performances from other notable artists like Kings of Leon. Local officials emphasize the importance of these events for community engagement and tourism.
San Francisco opened a new disability cultural center, honoring the legacy of the 1977 "504 Sit-In" protest that fought for civil rights for disabled individuals. Co-director Emily Beitiks emphasized the center as a space for belonging and celebration of disability culture. The center aims to address ongoing barriers faced by the disabled community.
San Francisco Sheriff Paul Miyamoto endorsed Republican gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco, a Trump supporter. Miyamoto emphasized that law enforcement should prioritize public safety over political affiliation. Bianco, known for his tough-on-crime stance and criticism of COVID-19 restrictions, aims to abolish sanctuary protections for immigrants in California.
Tens of thousands of Deadheads flock to San Francisco for this weekend's Dead & Company shows in Golden Gate Park, prompting city officials to assure attendees of heightened security measures. Mayor Lurie and interim police chief Paul Yep announced a significant police presence, anticipating 450,000 visitors over three weekends of events. Meanwhile, an Oakland firefighter sustained injuries battling a blaze at a vacant house.
Judge Patrick O’Brien warned asylum-seekers in his courtroom that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents awaited them outside. On Thursday, three individuals faced arrest as their cases were dismissed by the Department of Homeland Security. Two asylum seekers expressed shock at the arrests, with one man attempting to flee before being tackled by officers.