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The Golden Gate Bridge may lose $400 million in federal grants due to new Trump Administration policies against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. General Manager Denis Mulligan cautioned that rescinding resolutions condemning racism is a necessary business decision to safeguard funding. Local supervisors oppose this move, urging legal action against the federal guidance.
The Bay Area's Casual Carpool, a popular commuting tradition, may return this summer after being discontinued during the pandemic. Volunteers have initiated efforts to revive the program, which offers an alternative commuting option as many companies enforce return-to-office mandates.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus from office, initiating a lengthy appeals process that could extend through the summer. In a separate incident, a suspicious package prompted the closure of the US Customs and Border Protection building in San Francisco, with SFPD determining it was non-hazardous.
Assembly Bill 1140 proposes a pilot program for single-occupancy prison cells in California, aiming to address health issues linked to overcrowding. While the bill highlights the negative impacts of double-occupancy, critics argue that the focus should be on reintegrating rehabilitated individuals into society rather than just improving prison conditions. Governor Gavin Newsom emphasizes the need for a "homecoming" approach to rehabilitation.
Protesters shut down the San Francisco ICE headquarters Tuesday afternoon, blocking the transfer of detained immigrants. The demonstration escalated as federal agents clashed with the crowd, leading to scuffles and chants against ICE. By 3:10 p.m., the protesters dispersed after achieving their goal of halting operations.
A Bay Area family was among eight victims in a deadly boating accident on Lake Tahoe. DoorDash executive Josh Pickles, 37, and his parents, Terry and Paula, died when their boat capsized during a storm, while two survivors were reported. The family had gathered for a birthday celebration when the tragedy struck.
A large warehouse fire erupted Tuesday afternoon on Moorpark Street in Oakland, prompting a defensive response from approximately 25 firefighters. The Oakland Fire Department reported that the structure has a history of multiple fires, leading crews to avoid entering the building. No injuries or displacements were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.
San Francisco authorities investigated a suspicious package on Battery Street near the U.S. Customs and Border Protection building Tuesday morning. The San Francisco Fire Department later confirmed the package posed no risk to the public.
The FBI released a sketch of a second person linked to the 2016 murder of Calvin Riley, a 20-year-old college baseball player, who was shot while playing Pokémon Go in San Francisco. A $25,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of those responsible. Authorities urge anyone with details to contact the FBI's San Francisco Field Office.
Mayor Daniel Lurie introduced legislation to advance a major development at 530 Sansome Street, which includes a new fire station and a 41-story mixed-use tower. The project aims to generate $816 million in annual economic activity and fund 100% affordable housing. This initiative supports San Francisco's economic recovery and revitalization of downtown.