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Eight sheriff's deputies and four Department of Public Works employees patrolled the southwest 16th Street plaza, where a DPW worker noted a suspicious individual carrying a blue IKEA bag. Paul Hayward, a DPW code enforcement supervisor, expressed optimism about Mayor Daniel Lurie's efforts to improve community sentiment in San Francisco. He envisions promoting traditional arts and culture in the plazas.
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.
Berkeley Police shot Ricardo Gonzalez Ruiz after he allegedly threatened them with a gun during a domestic violence incident on April 13. In another incident, 34-year-old Andrew Davais faces charges for a brutal unprovoked attack on a man in the Castro district on Easter Sunday. Meanwhile, a nude beach in San Mateo County has been preserved following a $10 million purchase by the Peninsula Open Space Trust.
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative will close two tuition-free private schools in the Bay Area by the end of the 2025-26 school year, providing no reason for the decision. The initiative will invest $50 million to assist students in transitioning to new schools.
Jerome Jernigan LaDay, an Oakland man, died after a hit-and-run incident while cycling home from work on Friday. Police have not released details about the suspect vehicle involved in the crash. Meanwhile, organizers of the Dyke March are raising funds to restore the event's former scale, aiming for a $100,000 goal.
Patty Hung, a 79-year-old retired nurse from Orinda, completed her 39th consecutive Boston Marathon on April 22, 2025, finishing with a time of 6:02:57. She was the eighth finisher in her age group of 75 to 79, showcasing remarkable dedication to the race since her first participation in 1987. Hung aims to celebrate her 40th marathon at age 80 in 2026.
The SF Board of Supervisors lifted the formula retail ban on Van Ness Avenue, previously requiring special permits for large retailers. This change also includes the Fillmore Safeway property, which has been vacant and is in high demand for grocery services. The decision aims to address the 53% commercial vacancy rate on Van Ness, significantly higher than the city's overall rate.
The Bring Your Own Big Wheel race celebrated its 23rd year in San Francisco, attracting hundreds of participants and spectators. First-timer Sullivan Libby, nine, won the kids' race, while adult racers prepared for their turns on Vermont Street. Organizer Frog Gilmore highlighted the event's sponsor-free ethos, relying solely on donations.
Bay Area Dance Week kicks off on April 25 in Union Square, celebrating diverse dance styles across the Mission. The 10-day event is free and includes workshops led by notable instructors, culminating in a vibrant month of dance activities throughout the region.
Feliciano Aranda painted over graffiti at the Kailash Hotel amid increased police presence at the 16th Street plaza. He advocated for job training for unhoused individuals, stating they could likely be hired for less than his pay. Aranda, who experienced homelessness after eviction, has worked at the hotel for about a year.