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City workers improved the cleanliness of Mission Street after two days of focused efforts. The presence of the Department of Public Works and police resulted in a noticeably clearer area, particularly on the west side of Mission Street. Fewer individuals occupied the sidewalks, indicating progress in maintaining public spaces.
San Francisco's Budget and Appropriations Committee struggled to finalize the budget amid significant proposed cuts, including 1,400 city jobs and funding for nonprofits. Mayor Daniel Lurie's budget draft faces scrutiny over potential legal violations regarding homeless funding. The committee must negotiate further before ratifying the budget by August 1.
San Francisco's city board approved a 24% increase in trash collection rates, effective Oct. 1, raising the monthly fee for basic service from $47 to approximately $53. The decision followed months of negotiations with Recology, the private company managing trash collection, amidst public opposition from residents and community groups.
Immigration agents detained two more immigrants outside the San Francisco immigration courthouse on Wednesday morning, ramping up arrests of asylum-seekers. Advocates reported that agents used a fast-track legal tactic to dismiss asylum cases before apprehending individuals. The situation has drawn protests from advocates trying to block these arrests.
San Francisco Sheriff's Office Chief of Staff Richard Jue faces an arrest warrant for altering his account of how his city-issued vehicle was damaged. In other news, the SFMTA is suspending its traffic calming program due to budget cuts and a backlog of 300 requests. A cargo ship that had been on fire off Alaska sank with hundreds of vehicles onboard.
Vandals targeted Sunset Dunes Park again, stealing two public hammocks valued at $600. This incident follows previous acts of vandalism, including damage to a public piano and an art installation. SF Rec and Parks General Manager Phil Ginsburg expressed frustration but pledged to maintain the park's welcoming atmosphere.
A vehicle crashed onto a sidewalk and into a backyard at Frederick and Masonic streets in San Francisco, landing on a propane tank. The driver sustained minor injuries but no fire resulted from the incident. Firefighters and police cleared the scene, assessing damage to the affected property.
UCSF may soon be the only provider of gender-affirming surgeries for teenagers under 19 in California, as Stanford Medicine has paused such procedures due to potential legal repercussions. This decision follows the closure of the Center for Transyouth Health and Development at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, which cited a lack of viable options.
In-N-Out has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber Bryan Arnett for impersonating an employee and making derogatory remarks in a now-private video. The fast-food chain claims Arnett's actions led to trademark infringement and business defamation. They seek financial damages and a ban on Arnett from all In-N-Out locations.
A sudden storm at Lake Tahoe led to extreme weather conditions, resulting in the capsizing of boats and eight fatalities. Witnesses reported waves up to 10 feet high, with many boats damaged and dramatic rescues underway. The National Weather Service described the event as a fast-moving "downburst" from a thunderstorm.