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A fatal crash involving a DoorDash driver occurred early Friday morning in Albany, blocking eastbound lanes of I-80 and I-580. The collision involved a big rig and two cars, resulting in the death of 40-year-old Daniel Alejandro Oliva Morales from Oakland, whose Hyundai flipped off the freeway. Traffic was severely impacted for several hours following the incident.
The San Joaquin Valley experienced a suicide rate of 10.8 per 100,000 residents from 2018 to 2024, exceeding California's overall rate of 9.4. Nearly 3,300 residents died by suicide during this period, with men outnumbering women by more than four to one. Experts emphasize the need for addressing factors like hopelessness and substance abuse to combat this crisis.
San Francisco Pride festivities are set to begin on June 26, 2025, as city officials assure the public of safety measures. The event, which runs until July 24, will highlight human rights and transgender rights, with significant participation from local organizations and leaders.
The U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle, America's tallest ship, docked at Pier 17 in San Francisco for the first time since 2008. The vessel serves as a training platform for about 150 cadets and is open for public tours this weekend. Captain Jessica Rozzi-Ochs, the first woman to command the Eagle, emphasizes the ship's role in inspiring future Coast Guard members.
LGBTQ+ activists from around the world gathered at the San Francisco Pride Human Rights Summit to address ongoing struggles and victories in the fight for rights. Activists highlighted Thailand's recent legalization of same-sex marriage while noting the lack of legal recognition for transgender individuals. The summit also discussed the impact of technology on identity and the importance of global human rights efforts.
Mayor Daniel Lurie announced a new city budget after the Board of Supervisors Budget and Appropriations Committee voted unanimously to advance it. The budget addresses an $800 million deficit and prioritizes public safety, clean streets, and resources for vulnerable communities.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of a Texas death row inmate seeking DNA testing to prove his innocence in a 1998 murder case. This ruling saw Justices Roberts, Barrett, and Kavanaugh join the liberal wing of the court. The decision emphasizes the importance of access to DNA evidence in capital cases.
Marvin Duran faces murder charges for allegedly shooting his mother in San Francisco's Sunnydale housing project on June 21. Witnesses reported seeing Duran shoot the victim, who succumbed to her injuries shortly after. He has pleaded not guilty and is scheduled to return to court on July 8.
San Francisco police arrested an employee and a patron at a corner store on Taylor Street suspected of operating illegal gambling and selling narcotics, including cannabis and mushrooms. The SFPD’s month-long investigation led to the seizure of unlicensed tobacco products and a loaded firearm.
Barry Bonds will receive a statue at Oracle Park, as confirmed by Giants CEO Larry Baer. Recology has gained approval for a 24% increase in local trash and recycling rates starting October 1, to be implemented in three phases over the next three years. Recent ICE arrest statistics reveal that 57% of those detained in LA had no criminal history.