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A recall petition against Santa Clara District 5 Councilmember Suds Jain has resumed after fixing a clerical error. Resident David Kertes, who filed the petition, claims Jain has mismanaged taxpayer funds and ignored community concerns. Jain contends the recall is politically motivated, particularly linked to Mayor Lisa Gillmor, and distracts from city progress.
Santa Cruz County's berry crop value surged 16% to $446.1 million last year, driven primarily by strawberries. Overall agricultural commodities in the county rose 13.3% to $741.9 million, with berries making up 60% of the total value.
Coast Cafe in Bolinas celebrated its 27th anniversary with a community block party featuring a free dinner for local residents. Head chef Enrique Hernandez and staff served a diverse menu, including traditional dishes like chicken mole and pupusas, as a thank you for the community's support. Owner Rosanne Lavoy emphasized the event's significance as a gesture of gratitude for the year’s patronage.
Community-based organizations met with incarcerated individuals at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center to discuss transformative programming and second chance opportunities. The event, hosted by The Last Mile, highlighted the success of coding education in reducing recidivism rates, with TLM graduates achieving a rate of under 5%.
Thieves stole over 1,000 items from the Oakland Museum of California's storage facility on October 15, including jewelry and Native American artifacts. The Oakland Police Department is collaborating with the FBI’s Art Crime Team to recover the stolen cultural heritage items.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors decided to pursue a long-term appointment for the next sheriff following the ousting of Sheriff Christina Corpus. The board deliberated between appointing a sheriff for the remaining term or allowing Undersheriff Dan Perea to continue in his current role until an election. Public commenters expressed a strong preference for a long-term appointment to ensure stability within the department.
San Mateo County seeks to appoint a new sheriff by November 13 after firing Christina Corpus for misconduct. The Board of Supervisors opened the application period, which closes on November 5, to gather public input and select a candidate with modern policing practices. Candidates will undergo interviews and a public forum before the final selection.
Mission Hunan, a Chinese restaurant on 16th Street, will close after 38 years to pave the way for a 388-unit affordable housing complex. The closure highlights ongoing efforts to address housing shortages in the area.
The GLBT Historical Society invites the public to explore "Hidden Histories: Queer Lives in the American South" at the GLBT History Museum. The event aims to highlight the lesser-known narratives of queer individuals in the region, promoting awareness and understanding. This initiative contributes to preserving and celebrating LGBTQ+ history.
Mayor Daniel Lurie appointed Per Sia as San Francisco's second drag laureate, recognizing her contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and culture. Per Sia, a trans educator and performer, aims to promote inclusivity and joy through drag and storytelling while honoring the city's rich drag history.