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A heat dome will bring intense heat to California next week, particularly affecting Southern California and inland areas. In San Francisco, warm temperatures are expected on Wednesday and Thursday. Meanwhile, an Oakland man was shot while pursuing a car thief, highlighting ongoing public safety concerns.
The Madre Fire in San Luis Obispo County exploded from 100 acres to 35,500 acres within 24 hours and is currently only 5% contained. The fire, driven by wind and local terrain, has affected air quality in nearby areas and prompted evacuations.
Californians hosting Fourth of July cookouts will face grocery bills averaging $90.06, a nearly 27% increase over the national average. The rising prices of staples like beef, chicken, and pork, along with increased labor and distribution costs, contribute to the higher expenses. California farmers receive only 15% of the retail food dollar despite producing a significant portion of the nation's fruits and vegetables.
Illegal fireworks in California likely originate from legal stores in Nevada, with about 60-70% of these explosives sourced from just thirteen shops across the border. Californians flock to places like Bad Jack’s Fireworks in Schurz, where most customers are from California. Local officials urge caution as enforcement against illegal fireworks remains challenging.
San Francisco's Chinatown faces economic challenges due to paused tariffs on Chinese goods and a decline in international tourism. Local business leaders express concerns that a potential trade war could further harm the area, which has a history of resilience.
A massive fire in Yolo County has raised safety concerns regarding the storage and transportation of fireworks ahead of San Francisco's Fourth of July show. Pyro Spectaculars reassures the public that they follow stringent safety measures, storing fireworks in hardened military facilities. Despite safety worries, San Francisco's fireworks display is set to proceed as planned on July 4.
Chava's Restaurant, a Mexican eatery in San Francisco's Mission District, is closing after 24 years due to economic challenges and a decline in customers. Owner Elba Hernandez plans to take a break before seeking a smaller location to reopen in the future. The restaurant ceased food service on July 15 and is selling its kitchen equipment and decorations.
The San Francisco Unified School District will continue its ethnic studies program next school year with an interim curriculum while reviewing the existing curriculum. This decision comes after a pause on ethnic studies courses and the absence of state funding for a statewide curriculum. Community members and educators will participate in a comprehensive audit of the current curriculum amid complaints regarding its content.
One person died and seven remain missing following an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Esparto, California. The incident, involving the company Devastating Pyrotechnics, disrupted Independence Day celebrations across multiple communities. Authorities continue to assess the scene, which remains too dangerous for first responders to enter.
The San Francisco Zoo will welcome a new male gorilla named Cecil from the Louisville Zoo following the death of Oscar Jonesy. The 27-year-old Western lowland gorilla will join the existing female gorillas at the zoo. Meanwhile, SFPD will conduct a DUI checkpoint during the upcoming holiday weekend.