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San Francisco tied for its wettest July on record as rain fell for three consecutive days. A 71-year-old man was shot in a possible domestic dispute in Pleasanton, and a suspect was arrested claiming self-defense. Authorities recommend "pre-evacuating" for elderly residents during high fire danger in Berkeley.
UFCW Local 5 and UFCW Local 648 reached a tentative agreement with Safeway, preventing a significant strike involving 16,000 employees in the Bay Area. The deal includes wage increases, better retirement benefits, and improved job protections. Union leaders expressed confidence in the ratification process.
Sunset District Supervisor Joel Engardio faces a recall election on September 16, with polling indicating a tighter race than expected. Engardio's support waned after his endorsement of Proposition K to close the Great Highway, which faced significant opposition from local voters. The recall effort gains momentum as residents express anger over traffic disruptions and the handling of the proposition.
A gunman opened fire outside the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno on Monday morning, killing two and injuring three others before police shot him. The incident occurred at approximately 7:25 am in the valet area, and the suspect is currently hospitalized in police custody.
A Delta Airlines co-pilot was arrested at San Francisco International Airport on Saturday night for charges related to child sexual abuse material. The arrest occurred after Delta Flight 2809 from Minneapolis landed, with law enforcement officials from multiple agencies storming the cockpit to detain the pilot. Authorities have been investigating the pilot since April after receiving a report of sex crimes against a child.
Mayor Daniel Lurie's office engages in discussions with Vanderbilt University about establishing a satellite campus in downtown San Francisco. The university expresses optimism about the potential location, highlighting the city's vibrant culture and innovation ecosystem as key factors. This move aims to revitalize the semi-vacant downtown area by attracting new energy and foot traffic.
Oakland will install 34 defibrillators at public recreation centers thanks to a donation from PG&E. The devices will help individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest and will be placed in accessible locations at city facilities. Mayor Barbara Lee emphasized the importance of these life-saving tools for community safety.
District 5 Supervisor Bilal Mahmood balances progressive and moderate interests in San Francisco, garnering attention for his collaborative approach since taking office. Although some progressives criticize him for not pushing harder on issues like homelessness, he leads first-time supervisors in legislative output, proposing significant changes to homeless services. His most notable legislation, now amended by Mayor Lurie, aims to regulate the distribution of homeless facilities across the city.
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission discussed strategies to secure regional funding for Bay Area transit amid ongoing budget deficits. California Senate Bill 63 could allow a regional sales tax measure for voters in five counties, aiming to stabilize public transit funding. Officials expressed optimism that all counties would agree on the measure by the August 11 deadline.
A neighborhood feud in Sausalito intensified following a contentious home remodel and addition of an accessory dwelling unit, leading to police involvement, restraining orders, and public confrontations. Tensions rose after the Planning Commission's approval was reversed by the City Council amid complaints regarding neighborhood character. The couple involved, Jake Beyer and Georgia Glassie, threaten legal action after facing backlash from neighbors.