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Kelsey Plum scored 26 of her 37 points in the second half, leading the Los Angeles Sparks to an 84-67 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in their inaugural game. Despite the loss, a sellout crowd of 18,064 celebrated the debut of the WNBA's first expansion team since 2008.
The Environmental Protection Agency proposed rolling back regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water, sparking criticism from lawmakers and environmental groups. Experts warn that these chemicals, known as PFAS, can accumulate in the body and pose serious health risks, including cancer. The deadline for removing these substances may extend to 2031, raising concerns about public health.
A 13-foot mural honoring San Francisco's emergency medical services was unveiled at the city's fire headquarters. Created by students from the Academy of Art University, the mural features a fire truck, the Golden Gate Bridge, and symbols of community support. The project aimed to provide students with practical experience while recognizing the contributions of EMS workers.
A lawsuit was filed against 80-year-old Mary Fong Lau for allegedly transferring assets to evade a wrongful death lawsuit after a crash that killed a San Francisco family. The victims' attorney claims Lau's actions indicate a lack of responsibility for the tragic incident. The civil lawsuit is on hold pending the outcome of her criminal charges.
A jury convicted Kimberly Susan Slater of misdemeanor assault after she bear-sprayed Harbormaster Curtis Havel in Richardson Bay during a confrontation over her derelict boat. Slater received probation and was ordered to complete community service and an anger-management course. The incident highlighted ongoing tensions between boat-dwellers and local authorities regarding derelict vessels in the area.
A Change.org petition proposes that Noe Valley secede from San Francisco and join Marin County, though it lacks serious motivation and only has four verified signatures. The petition humorously critiques urban living and suggests a suburban lifestyle, highlighting the neighborhood's affluent image. Many view the petition as a satirical commentary on the area's demographic trends.
A driver in San Francisco reported that a passenger opened the backseat door without checking for oncoming traffic, resulting in a cable car nearly tearing the door off. Meanwhile, California Assembly Democrats and Republicans advanced a bill aiming to impose stricter penalties for soliciting sex from minors. This bill now awaits consideration from Senate Democrats.
A man allegedly targeted multiple women in San Francisco by spitting in their faces while roaming North Beach and Union Square on Tuesday. The SFPD is investigating the incidents, which appear to involve a homeless individual with possible mental health issues. Victims have described the man as a white male, around 5-foot-7 or 8, and "walking with a hunchback."
The San Francisco Unified School District rescinded layoff notices for 34 counselors and 117 paraeducators, reversing cuts aimed at addressing a $114 million deficit. This decision followed a collaborative effort involving state officials and advocacy from teachers and families. The district will also hire 77 additional teachers for the upcoming school year.
The San Francisco Planning Commission approved a controversial 181-unit apartment complex at the site of a deadly 2015 fire, with a narrow vote of 4-3. Activists expressed concerns that the project, with only 19 affordable housing units, would exacerbate gentrification and displacement in the Mission District.