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Dead & Company will perform three concerts in Golden Gate Park this weekend, prompting extensive road closures. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced restrictions on several streets and entrances, affecting pedestrian and vehicle access throughout August. Travelers should anticipate significant traffic delays due to the expected influx of concertgoers.
ODC Theater presents "Black Benatar vs. the Cistem" on July 31 and August 2, with performances at 6:00 PM and 9:30 PM, respectively. The event will feature ASL interpretation and is described as a work in progress.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie signed legislation limiting RV parking to two hours, leaving many homeless residents without options. In contrast, San Jose has opened two safe parking sites, providing essential services for vehicular homeless individuals. This approach has proven more cost-effective and supportive compared to San Francisco's recent measures.
Counterculture historian Pat Thomas returns to Oakland on August 4 to discuss his anthology, "Evergreen Review: Dispatches from the Literary Underground." The event features a conversation with publisher Steve Wasserman, coinciding with Thomas's live performance with his band Mushroom. Thomas's work explores the intersection of radical culture and literary history, highlighting influential figures like Barney Rosset.
Federal budget cuts threaten doctor training at Santa Clara County hospitals, which train 50% of California's new doctors. Officials warn that a projected $1 billion funding drop could compromise vital services and educational programs.
Vallejo city officials are intensifying pest control measures to address a surge in rodent activity in the downtown area and ferry terminal. Public Works crews have deployed additional traps and are collaborating with local property owners to enhance cleanup efforts.
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.
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor in 2026, opting to focus on public service outside of elected office. After reflecting on her role in American politics, she emphasized her commitment to supporting Democratic candidates nationwide. Harris previously served as the Democratic nominee for president in 2024, losing to Donald Trump.
A 29-year-old man, Sean Collins, faces a murder charge after fatally stabbing a man in San Francisco's Ingleside district near City College. Collins, found covered in blood with a knife and sweater nearby, also faces two counts of child endangerment, though details remain unclear. This incident marks the city's 14th homicide of the year.
A Redwood City couple, Qi Li and Jie Xu, face felony human trafficking charges related to their treatment of a 53-year-old nanny hired from China. The woman claims she worked up to 20 hours a day without leaving the house and was threatened with a knife after the couple blamed her for their baby's illness. Authorities intervened after she disclosed the abuse to hospital staff.