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A tsunami threat from a massive earthquake in Russia did not result in damaging waves in California, with only minor four-foot waves recorded along the far northern coast. The tsunami warning was lifted for Southern California, but an advisory remains for Del Norte County. In other news, a Richmond man was critically injured in a shooting in Oakland, and five Planned Parenthood clinics in California will remain closed despite a federal judge’s order.
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.
Logan Shankle, a teacher in San Benito County, has created a system using play money to motivate K-8 students with learning disabilities, leading to unexpected creativity as some students begin counterfeiting the bills. His teaching approach, influenced by his work with Tucci Learning Solutions, focuses on individual student assessments and family engagement to foster learning. Shankle emphasizes positive reinforcement and personalized goals to help his students achieve small milestones.
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors unanimously rejected an appeal aimed at blocking the construction of "La Maravilla," a 100% affordable housing project for formerly homeless individuals at 16th and Mission. Opponents expressed concerns about safety and the impact on the adjacent Marshall Elementary School, but supporters emphasized the need for affordable housing in the city.
Mayor Daniel Lurie introduced legislation to reform San Francisco's building code, aiming to eliminate outdated and unnecessary requirements that burden homeowners and small businesses. The initiative is part of the broader PermitSF program designed to streamline permitting processes and promote economic recovery. The legislation is co-sponsored by multiple district supervisors and builds on previous reforms initiated by the mayor.
Bay Area nonprofits face potential funding cuts for HIV/AIDS services amid looming federal budget reductions. Local health experts warn that these cuts could reverse years of progress in combating the epidemic, risking a new crisis. California Sen. Scott Wiener criticized the government's lack of support for vulnerable populations at a recent fundraiser.
Federal immigration officers arrested two individuals at an immigration court in San Francisco and transported them to a federal prison in Hawaii. Concerns arise over the lack of effective legal counsel for these detainees, as immigration lawyers highlight difficulties in communication across long distances.
Federal immigration officers arrested two individuals at a San Francisco immigration court and transferred them to a federal prison in Hawaii. Concerns arise regarding the adequacy of legal representation for detainees flown from the mainland, as local immigration lawyers express doubts about their ability to effectively counsel clients from afar.
Federal immigration officers arrested two individuals at an immigration court in San Francisco and transported them to a federal prison in Hawaii. Immigration lawyers express concern that detainees from other states struggle to receive effective legal counsel due to the distance.
Federal immigration officers arrested at least two individuals at San Francisco's immigration court and transported them to a federal prison in Hawaii. Immigration lawyers express concern over the challenges faced by detainees from out of state in accessing legal counsel.