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Palo Alto community members answer Lewis call to get in good trouble for civil rights

Community members in Palo Alto rallied at King Plaza to honor civil rights leader John Lewis and protest policies from the Trump administration perceived as harmful to civil and human rights. The event, part of over 1,600 "Good Trouble Lives On" gatherings nationwide, emphasized the importance of non-violent action in advocating for justice. Attendees filled postcards and letters to support civil rights, reflecting a strong local commitment to activism.

Waymo detour leaves SF tourist temporarily stuck inside garage with other robotaxis

A Waymo robotaxi took an unexpected detour to a parking garage in San Francisco, leaving passenger Darren Findling temporarily stranded. Despite the incident, Findling received assistance from Waymo and two complimentary rides as compensation. He remains optimistic about the technology's potential despite its imperfections.

Rancid garbage, no hot water, and rats City sues Tenderloin landlord for code violations

San Francisco's City Attorney David Chiu filed a lawsuit against landlord Charles Kartchner for neglecting multiple health and safety violations at his Tenderloin property, leaving tenants without essential services. The lawsuit seeks to declare the building a public nuisance and demands at least $224,000 in fines, along with necessary repairs.

Alaska Airlines' Operations Halted For Three Hours Sunday Night Due to IT Problem, Impacts Continue

Alaska Airlines experienced an IT outage Sunday evening, leading to a three-hour ground stop affecting all its flights. The disruption resulted in 150 canceled flights and numerous delays as the airline worked to restore normal operations. The company clarified that the outage was due to a hardware failure and did not compromise flight safety.

Day Around the Bay SF Animal Care Seeks Suspect Seen Chasing Raccoon With Blowtorch

Roblox and Discord face a lawsuit after a 14-year-old girl claims a sexual predator targeted her on Roblox and communicated with her on Discord. The companies are accused of prioritizing growth over safety by allowing unverified users to interact with minors.

Campbell police warn of scammers posing as officers calling from departments number

The Campbell Police Department warns residents of a phone scam where fraudsters spoof their official number to solicit personal information and payments. Scammers falsely claim that individuals must pay bail or fines, urging immediate payment to avoid arrest or deportation. The department advises residents to hang up on suspicious calls and verify claims by contacting the police directly.

102-Year-Old East Bay D-Day Veteran and TikTok Star 'Papa Jake' Larson Has Died

"Papa Jake" Larson, a 102-year-old TikTok star and D-Day veteran, passed away on July 17. Known for sharing his experiences from World War II, he amassed 1.2 million followers on TikTok, where fans celebrated his life and humor. His granddaughter expressed gratitude for the community's support and pledged to keep his memory alive.

FEMAs new proposed flood risk maps include much of downtown Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa residents must obtain flood insurance for newly designated flood-prone areas following FEMA's release of updated flood maps. Approximately 2,500 properties will be affected by stricter regulations aimed at improving disaster preparedness and flood resilience. A virtual meeting on September 6 will provide further details and allow residents to voice their concerns.

Monday Morning Headlines The Bay Area Is Having Its Mildest Summer In Decades

The Bay Area experiences its mildest summer in decades, with San Francisco recording temperatures above 70 degrees only once since May. Meanwhile, the Gilroy Garlic Festival returns in a reduced format, aiming to bring community pride despite lower expected revenues. In other news, three people died in Northern California rivers over the weekend, and police investigate an ATM theft involving an improvised explosive device in San Ramon.

Its going to be horrible Homeless residents fear SJ plan to cite vehicles with expired tags

San Jose plans to enforce towing of vehicles with expired tags starting August 17, impacting many homeless residents. Approximately 36% of the city's 2,000 lived-in vehicles have expired registration, leading to concerns about increased displacement. The city aims to improve compliance while generating revenue from citations.