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Cheapest regular gas in cities across San Francisco County in week ending Aug. 24

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 31, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout San Francisco County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout San Francisco County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 24

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 31, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout San Francisco County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Mayor proposes stricter penalties against Bay Area sideshow participants

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 30, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Matt Dorsey announced new legislation aimed at combating sideshows by increasing criminal penalties for individuals who plan and participate in these events. The announcement took place at San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) Headquarters, with regional law enforcement leaders discussing strategies to prevent and disrupt sideshows across the Bay Area.

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San Francisco deploys advanced tech leading to significant drop in auto break-ins

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 29, 2024

San Francisco, CA – The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is expanding efforts to use technology to disrupt auto break-ins and other crimes throughout the city. Additionally, the department has launched a new website to provide transparency about technology usage and educate the public on these initiatives.

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Mayor Breed completes first round of grants distribution for L-Taraval project-impacted businesses

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 29, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed has announced the completion of the City’s first round of small business relief grants distributed to merchants affected by the SFMTA L Taraval Improvement Project. In February 2024, Mayor Breed, with support from Supervisors Joel Engardio and Myrna Melgar, allocated $1 million to the Office of Economic & Workforce Development (OEWD) for a small business grant program aimed at those impacted by the project.

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San Francisco Police utilize advanced tech for reducing auto break-ins

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 29, 2024

San Francisco, CA – The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is expanding efforts to use technology to disrupt auto break-ins and other crimes throughout the city. They are also publishing a new website to provide transparency about technology usage and educate the public about these efforts.

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Film SF celebrates Latinx filmmakers during Latino Heritage Month at SFO

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 29, 2024

Film SF, the San Francisco Film Commission, is organizing a series of free film screenings to spotlight local talent from the San Francisco Bay Area’s Latinx community. The event coincides with Latino Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15. Screenings will be held at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), the only airport in the country with an accredited museum and film program, SFO Video Arts.

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San Francisco announces state's first entertainment zone event with Oktoberfest on Front Street

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 29, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed, in collaboration with the Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) and the Downtown SF Partnership (DSFP), announced today the launch of Oktoberfest on Front, California's first Entertainment Zone event. Scheduled for Friday, September 20, from 2 – 10 p.m., this free event will see three Front Street businesses—Schroeder’s, Harrington’s Bar & Grill, and Royal Exchange—offering to-go alcoholic beverages alongside live music, themed beer games, costume contests, and more.

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San Francisco announces measures against illegal prostitution on Shotwell Street

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 28, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Today Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Hillary Ronen announced a series of new measures to address illegal prostitution impacting Shotwell Street in the Mission neighborhood. These initiatives come out of a series of meetings City agencies have had with community members and are responsive to their requests.

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San Francisco secures over $70 million in state funding for affordable housing

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 28, 2024

San Francisco, CA — Today, Mayor London N. Breed announced that San Francisco has been awarded more than $70.9 million in funding from the California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) to support the development of climate-friendly affordable housing, transit improvements, and essential city infrastructure. These funds come from the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program, which aims to advance the near-term construction of affordable housing and greener, more walkable communities.

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San Francisco Unified School District Education: 48,722 students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 27, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, San Francisco Unified School District experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 424 fewer students being enrolled.

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Department supports new citizens' voting rights ahead of November elections

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 27, 2024

The Department of Elections Collaborates with USCIS to Help New Citizens Register to Vote

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San Francisco County Office of Education Education: 270 students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 26, 2024

There were 270 students enrolled in San Francisco County Office of Education's schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the California Department of Education.

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San Francisco's Legacy Business Program adds new entrants amid ongoing community support

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 26, 2024

The Legacy Business Program, an initiative under the San Francisco Office of Small Business, continues to expand its efforts in supporting and promoting small businesses. This pioneering program, established in 2015, has added 416 businesses to its registry.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in San Francisco County in week ending Aug. 17?

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout San Francisco County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former San Francisco Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26?

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 25, 2024

These former San Francisco Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26.

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San Francisco Sun area weekly mass times

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 24, 2024

The following parishes in the San Francisco Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within San Francisco County in week ending Aug. 17?

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout San Francisco County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Phil Kim appointed to San Francisco School Board following Lainie Motamedi's resignation

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 23, 2024

San Francisco, CA — School Board President Lainie Motamedi announced her resignation from the San Francisco Board of Education today, after serving for two years. Appointed by Mayor London N. Breed in March 2022 following a school board recall, Motamedi has held the position of President since January 2024.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within San Francisco County in week ending Aug. 17?

By San Francisco Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout San Francisco County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.