Luz Pena
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San Francisco, CA, United States
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SFPD chief speaks after officers in tactical gear arrest, cite 100+ people at skateboarding event
"What is excessive about an officer putting on safety protective equipment when they are having explosives thrown at them? Bottles thrown at them. Getting punched in the face and spat on," SFPD Chief Bill Scott said. → Read More
SF cable cars celebrate 150 years: Why brakes are still made out of wood
To honor their history this year, San Francisco is celebrating 150 years of cable cars and opening the doors of the carpentry shop to the public. → Read More
2 major tech companies cancel conferences in SF; 2024 projected to be challenging year
Software company Red Hat and Bay Area's Meta will no longer hold their conferences at the Moscone Center in 2024. Experts project a challenging year for the city and its many small business owners. → Read More
San Francisco gears up for biggest 4th of July fireworks show in Northern California
Considering that last year the fog made it basically impossible to see fireworks over the San Francisco waterfront, this time the experts have a different strategy. → Read More
Here's where COVID wastewater levels are increasing in Bay Area
"The incident rate or the number of infections are relatively low but SARS-CoV-2 is still present in wastewater indicating the virus is still circulating." → Read More
Bay Area High school student with special needs scores historic touchdown during game
Watch the stunning story of a high school senior who is inspiring others to believe in their dreams, no matter the setbacks one may have. → Read More
Half Moon Bay farmworkers return to work 'scared' one week after mass shooting
Half Moon Bay's vice mayor believes that many of the farmworkers chose to go back due to the fear of losing their jobs, housing, and getting deported if they're undocumented. → Read More
Half Moon Bay shooting: San Mateo Co. plans on building housing for farmworkers
Half Moon Bay's vice mayor believes the poor conditions workers live in played a role in the tragedy. "It's all related. Think about our mental health," said Jimenez. → Read More
Proyecto Diaz shares family legacy, perseverance through coffee
Their journey started in Oaxaca, Mexico -- each coffee bean representing sacrifice and history. → Read More
Proyecto Diaz shares family legacy, perseverance through coffee
Their journey started in Oaxaca, Mexico -- each coffee bean representing sacrifice and history. → Read More
Bay Area business offers self-defense classes after recent public transit attacks
We've seen violent crimes happen on both on BART and Muni. Now, a local business in San Francisco is offering a self-defense workshop specifically for those who take public transit. → Read More
Potholes: What's causing them, and the science that could make roads more durable
If you drive in the Bay Area, chances are you've already been a victim of a pothole. But, with a little help from science, expert says the pesky patches on roadways could be prevented. → Read More
Love story: Oakland couple fell in love 15 years ago, opens 2nd café at business where they met
Latorra and Carlos are spouses and 4th generation Oaklanders who have a passion for fresh food. → Read More
East Bay family wins coveted Disney Lego castle for Christmas from anonymous donor
The Thomas family's Christmas wish came true when they were gifted a Disney Lego castle from an anonymous donor on Facebook Marketplace, an item that has a special meaning to the family. → Read More
Elevated levels of lead found in faucets and courtyard at SF school; district wants students tested
Buena Vista Horace Mann school is using a $40 million bond to make improvements after elevated levels of lead were found in the campus' faucets and courtyard. With the high number of individuals exposed to the metal, district officials are urging them to get tested. → Read More
Masks will now be required at these places in Alameda Co. due to rising COVID levels
Health officials say that Alameda County has moved up to the CDC's "medium" COVID-19 Community Level, and now more high-risk settings will require masks. → Read More
Bay Area mayor ending term paying landlords 1 year of rent to house homeless families
Mayor Butt is hoping more landlords agree to house more families in time for the holidays -- that's the way he wants to end his decades in public service. → Read More
San Francisco temporarily bans police robots from using deadly force
It's a reversal from last week's vote allowing the use of robots in limited cases. The police said they had no plans to arm the robots with guns but wanted the ability to put explosives on them in extraordinary circumstances. → Read More
At least 4 injured, 1 critically after SamTrans bus crashes into 16 cars outside Serramonte Target
At least four people were injured, one critically after a SamTrans bus crashed into 16 cars in the Serramonte Center parking lot in Daly City Friday. → Read More
'A shock': Parent speaks after his 10-month-old survives fentanyl overdose at SF park
"They had used Narcan because based on their experience and their training, they suspected opioids. I was just like, how does a 10-month-old get into opioids at a playground at a park?" said Matkovic. → Read More