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Disneyland celebrates its 70th anniversary with festivities already in progress, just one week before the official date. Special guests, including Disneyland Resort's Megan Roth and Goofy, appeared on ABC7 to discuss the celebrations and what visitors can expect.
San Francisco's Budget and Finance Committee advanced a plan to impose a two-hour parking limit on RVs parked on city streets. Advocates for RV residents argue the move will exacerbate homelessness, as many live in their vehicles due to economic hardships. The plan includes a six-month parking permit for RVs while residents seek housing.
Immigration agents arrested four individuals outside San Francisco immigration courtrooms on Thursday after their routine asylum hearings. The Department of Homeland Security sought to dismiss their cases, which the judge allowed, but the men were detained immediately afterward. This move reflects new tactics by the agency to expedite removals amid ongoing protests against public arrests in the city.
The 49ers Foundation and Bay Area Host Committee plan to upgrade Townsend Field in Santa Clara, linked to Buchser Middle School, with a project currently in the design phase. Trustees expressed excitement but raised concerns about potential ongoing costs during a recent board meeting. The project aims to enhance community sports facilities ahead of major events like the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl 60.
Ahsing Solutions began cleaning the west side of Mission Street on Wednesday, reducing loitering in the area. Despite improvements on the west side, the east side remained crowded with unpermitted vendors and open drug use by evening. The presence of mobile units and police did not disrupt these activities.
Valencia LIVE! is a free monthly neighborhood celebration that spotlights local businesses, live music, and art. The event invites all ages to join in the festivities. The next gathering is scheduled for July 10, 2025.
SFDanceworks will showcase its eighth season from July 10 to 12 at Z Space’s Steindler Stage, highlighting the creativity of various choreographers. The program aims to celebrate the vibrancy and energy of dance, engaging local audiences.
California's cannabis excise tax increased from 15% to 19% on July 1, raising concerns among industry operators about its impact on sales. Despite advocacy efforts led by Gov. Gavin Newsom to suspend the hike, state lawmakers continue to debate potential tax relief measures. The cannabis market struggles with declining sales, attributed to high taxes and overproduction.
State Senator María Elena Durazo criticized California's decision to freeze Medi-Cal enrollment for undocumented immigrants during a budget vote. Despite widespread support for immigrant health care, the state's $12 billion deficit forced nearly all members of the Latino Caucus to approve cuts that will save California over $1 billion in the initial years.
Law enforcement agencies raided a San Francisco home linked to the owner of a Yolo County fireworks warehouse that exploded, killing seven people. The raid, conducted by SFPD and other agencies, targeted the residence of Kenneth Chee, who was previously denied a license to possess fireworks. Investigators continue to pursue leads related to the deadly incident.