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The Roxie Theater in San Francisco hosts the Roxie First Looks: Shorts Program #6 on April 23, 2025. The event features various short films, including topics such as the Tulsa race massacre and Afghanistan. It aims to showcase emerging talent in the entertainment industry.
San Francisco police have intensified their presence at the 16th Street BART Plaza to combat crime, including drug-dealing and fencing. Initial results show mixed outcomes, highlighting the need for sustained efforts and community collaboration alongside increased policing. Research indicates that while added police presence can help reduce crime, it requires ongoing commitment and a multifaceted approach.
A police presence marked the 16th Street area as officers responded to various incidents throughout the morning. Reports indicated ongoing cleanup efforts, with freshly washed streets and public works crews addressing graffiti. Tensions were evident as a hotel guest vocally objected to being photographed.
Mexican and Bay Area luchadores will perform at Buena Vista Horace Mann School on Saturday to raise funds for arts programs after losing $1.5 million in funding. The event, called “La Gran Fiesta,” aims to raise at least $10,000 to support various educational initiatives for the K-8 school.
Al Pastor Papi, a popular taco truck known for its Mexico City-style al pastor, will open a downtown taqueria in San Francisco this summer. Owner Miguel Escobedo, who previously closed the truck in January, received support from the Vacant to Vibrant program to launch the new location at 232 O’Farrell St. The restaurant aims to focus on lunch and weekend brunch, featuring traditional dishes and live DJs.
The San Francisco Department of Public Health opened a 16-bed stabilization center for homeless individuals at 822 Geary St., providing an alternative to jail or emergency rooms. The facility, operational 24/7, aims to address the city's ongoing crisis of overdose deaths by offering lower-level medical care and case management.
San Francisco will honor writer Anaïs Nin with two events in April, including the play "Shameless Hussy" and the Anaïs Nin Diary Film Festival. Both projects highlight Nin's legacy as a pioneer of women's and sexual liberation, relevant in today’s socio-political climate.
A police pursuit in Antioch resulted in a fatal crash involving four vehicles on Tuesday night. The driver of a Lexus, who was being chased by a sheriff's deputy, died at the scene after colliding head-on with a Mercedes. The incident has reignited discussions about the dangers of police chases, particularly for non-violent offenses.
Patrick McMillan, 81, testified as the sole surviving witness in the stabbing case of Curtis Lind, who was attacked by alleged cult members in Vallejo, California, in November 2022. McMillan's frail health led to a conditional hearing, where he struggled with memory lapses and could not identify the suspects. Lind, who died in January 2025, had previously defended himself during the attack, fatally shooting one assailant.
A father-and-son team from DeNova Homes allegedly attempted to bribe an Antioch City Councilmember with $15,000, including $5,000 in cash hidden in a coffee mug. The councilmember reported the bribe to the FBI and became an informant. Both men face charges of conspiracy to commit bribery and could face 15 years in prison.