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United Airlines faces challenges with food and beverage shortages following a switch to a new catering company at San Francisco International Airport. Passengers have reported frustrations over the lack of available options on flights. The airline aims to resolve these issues promptly to restore service quality.
Mayor Daniel Lurie announced significant reforms under the PermitSF initiative aimed at streamlining San Francisco's permitting process for small businesses and homeowners, reducing bureaucratic delays. The initiative has already cut red tape and introduced a legislative package to further simplify the permitting process, ultimately saving time and money for residents and business owners.
The ODC Theater will host a Community Mixer with FACT/SF on May 19, 2025, at the Mission Bowling Club in San Francisco. The event aims to foster community engagement and celebrate spring through bowling and social interaction.
The SF Parks Alliance faces a criminal investigation after nearly $4 million of funds intended for community groups disappeared. The organization's financial mismanagement led to the cancellation of the popular Sundown Cinema program for 2025 and prompted calls for audits and hearings by city officials.
San Francisco plans to activate all 56 high-speed safety cameras by early June, currently only 18 are operational. The city has issued over 30,000 warnings for speeding violations since installation, with potential citation revenue projected at $18 million annually. Officials emphasize that the program aims to encourage safer driving behaviors, not merely generate fines.
Workers at the California Academy of Sciences ratified their first union contract, with 87% of roughly 350 members voting in favor. The contract includes a 20% wage increase, additional vacation and sick leave, and protections for workers’ rights to strike. The agreement aims to enhance inclusivity and improve working conditions at the museum.
Scott Adams announced on his podcast that he has Stage 4 prostate cancer, similar to former President Joe Biden. Adams expressed empathy for Biden and shared his diagnosis, stating he expects to live only a few more months. The cartoonist, known for his controversial views and declining comic strip popularity, has shifted focus to podcasting amidst his health struggles.
A Glendale woman, Diane Bahlawan, faces charges for attempting to board a flight at San Francisco International Airport with 151 pounds of cannabis. Security flagged her luggage due to its unusual weight, leading to her arrest on May 6. Bahlawan has been charged with unlawful transport of marijuana and burglary.
Cleanup crews in Oakland discovered an unresponsive person while clearing a large homeless encampment near East 12th Street on Monday. The city had previously notified residents about the impending sweep, which advocates argue displaces individuals without providing solutions. The incident highlights ongoing challenges related to homelessness in the area.
Barbara Lee was sworn in as Mayor of Oakland amid significant challenges, including a $270 million budget deficit and ongoing crime issues. In her inaugural address, Lee emphasized the need for community collaboration to address these challenges.