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San Jose's homeless population has risen to 6,503, despite investments in temporary and permanent housing. Mayor Matt Mahan emphasized the need for immediate action to bring people indoors, while Santa Clara County reported a record high of 10,711 homeless individuals.
A man with a gunshot wound died after crashing his car into a Sonoma County deputy's vehicle on Thursday night. Meanwhile, a woman was fatally shot while walking her dogs in San Leandro; a suspect has been arrested. In a separate incident, three deputies died in an explosion at a training facility in Los Angeles County.
The Trump administration fired four immigration judges in San Francisco, including Ila Deiss, who had a high asylum approval rate. The firings leave nine vacancies in the San Francisco Immigration Court, contributing to a nationwide trend of at least 17 judges dismissed across 10 states.
The Trump administration fired four immigration judges from San Francisco’s immigration court, including Ila Deiss, who had a high asylum approval rate. This move contributes to a total of nine vacancies across 26 courtrooms, raising concerns about the impact on asylum-seekers.
The Trump administration has fired four immigration judges in San Francisco, including Ila Deiss, who had a high asylum approval rate. This move contributes to a total of nine vacancies across 26 courtrooms in the San Francisco Immigration Court, amidst a nationwide trend of judge firings. The firings coincide with reports of ICE arresting asylum-seekers during court hearings.
Ernest Burden III opens an exhibition of 24 images from his father’s collection, showcasing the destruction of San Francisco's Fillmore neighborhood during the 1960s urban renewal. The exhibit, titled “We Were There: Views of San Francisco’s Urban Renewal,” features personal narratives and community perspectives, highlighting the impact of redevelopment on local history.
San Francisco opened the first publicly funded disability cultural center in the U.S., marking a significant milestone for the disability rights movement. The San Francisco Disability Cultural Center (DCC) will provide inclusive community programs and resources, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Mayor Lurie emphasized the center's role in fostering community and collaboration.
A big rig caught fire on the shoulder of I-580 in Livermore early Friday morning, leading to the closure of all westbound lanes due to smoke from the vegetation fire. The blaze, fueled by high winds, spread to three acres but was contained by 7 am. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
San Francisco's Controller's Office has begun the hiring process for an inspector general, a position aimed at investigating waste and corruption in city government. The role comes after the federal government dismissed numerous inspectors general, potentially leading to a qualified pool of applicants. The new inspector general will face challenges, including potential resistance from those being held accountable.
The Trump administration terminated federal funding for the specialized 988 hotline for LGBTQ+ youth, impacting over 1.5 million callers in three years. Advocates express concern that the loss of this targeted service leaves many queer youth without essential support. The Trevor Project continues to provide 24/7 crisis assistance despite the funding cut.