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Mayor Breed announces SF Reproductive Freedom Act

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 18, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed, along with Supervisors Catherine Stefani, Myrna Melgar, and Hillary Ronen, joined leaders and reproductive rights advocates today at the Planned Parenthood of Northern California to announce the San Francisco Reproductive Freedom Act. This new ballot measure aims to ensure the reproductive freedoms and rights of women in San Francisco remain protected as jurisdictions around the country continue to limit these freedoms.

Mayor Breed issues statement on passing of baseball legend Willie Mays

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 18, 2024

San Francisco, CA—Mayor London N. Breed issued a statement on the passing of Willie Mays:

Board approves mayor's plan for nighttime safety restrictions on Tenderloin retailers

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 18, 2024

San Francisco, CA — Today, the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve legislation introduced by Mayor N. Breed to prohibit retail establishments selling prepackaged food or tobacco products from operating between 12 a.m. (midnight) to 5 a.m., or from 2 a.m. to 5 a.m. for businesses that sell liquor, in an effort to discourage loitering and crowding in part of the Tenderloin. The vote aims to provide San Francisco with another tool to help prevent drug-related crimes and crowds, which contribute to unsafe street conditions in the Tenderloin.

San Francisco's fiber program recognized nationally for advancing digital equity

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 17, 2024

San Francisco’s Fiber to Housing program has received national recognition for its efforts to provide reliable, free high-speed internet to residents of affordable and public housing. The National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) named the Fiber to Housing program as the 2024 Community Broadband Project of the Year, acknowledging the City's initiatives to promote digital equity for low-income San Franciscans. By July 2025, the program aims to connect over 30,000 units of affordable and public housing, more than doubling the current number.

Mayor Breed launches HBCU summer program welcoming scholars

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 17, 2024

San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today welcomed the inaugural cohort of Historically Black College & University (HBCU) students to San Francisco as part of the City’s new Black 2 San Francisco (B2SF) initiative. This summer educational program, managed by the San Francisco Human Rights Commission (HRC), is part of the Mayor’s 30 x 30 initiative, which aims to bring 30,000 residents and students to live, work, and study in Downtown by 2030.

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San Francisco Sun area weekly mass times

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 15, 2024

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

Fraud prevention programs reach over 1,200 San Francisco seniors

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 14, 2024

San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed joined city, state, federal, and community leaders to highlight fraud prevention programs for seniors in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Over 1,200 seniors across San Francisco have been reached through the City’s annual campaign aimed at raising awareness about elder abuse and scams targeting older adults.

San Francisco launches curbside electric vehicle charging pilot program

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 14, 2024

San Francisco, CA -- Mayor London N. Breed announced the launch of a pilot program to demonstrate public curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging in San Francisco. For the first time, EV charging providers will be able to install their infrastructure at select on-street parking spaces. The pilot aims to gather data and insights for future large-scale implementation while supporting San Francisco's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Mayor Breed announces new recipients for Bridge To Excellence scholarships

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 12, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed announced this year’s Bridge to Excellence Scholarship Program student recipients at a kickoff event today at City Hall. This year, 15 students are receiving awards funded by the City’s Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families (DCYF), which provides scholarships to graduating high school seniors from low-income and under-resourced communities to help overcome financial barriers they face attending college.

San Francisco launches Vision Zero benchmarking website comparing safety metrics with peer cities

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 12, 2024

San Francisco, CA - The City Performance division of the Controller's Office has launched a new website focused on Vision Zero Benchmarking. Vision Zero is a collaborative, citywide effort aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities in San Francisco. Adopted as policy in 2014, Vision Zero asserts that no one should die while traveling on city streets. Sustained efforts under this initiative are intended to reduce fatalities and injuries.

San Francisco board approves fee waivers for outdoor community events

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 11, 2024

The Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved legislation introduced by Mayor London N. Breed, co-sponsored by Supervisors Rafael Mandelman and Myrna Melgar, to waive city fees for outdoor community events in San Francisco. The measure aims to make such events less costly to produce.

San Francisco approves fee waivers for outdoor community events

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 11, 2024

San Francisco, CA – The Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved legislation introduced by Mayor London N. Breed, co-sponsored by Supervisors Rafael Mandelman and Myrna Melgar, to encourage and expand outdoor community events by waiving city fees. This initiative aims to make such events less costly to produce.

San Francisco department seeks community input for gender equity assessment

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 11, 2024

The San Francisco Department on the Status of Women (DOSW) is conducting a community needs assessment to gather insights into the experiences and needs of San Francisco residents. The survey aims to inform future programming, advocacy, and resource allocation efforts focused on gender equity and improving the lives of women, girls, and nonbinary individuals.

San Francisco Board confirms two nominations for police commission

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 11, 2024

Today, the Board of Supervisors confirmed Mayor London N. Breed’s nominations of retired Alameda County Judge C. Don Clay and current Police Commissioner Debra Walker to the San Francisco Police Commission. This seven-member body sets policy for the Police Department and the Department of Police Accountability (DPA) and conducts disciplinary hearings when police conduct charges are filed.

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San Francisco Sun area weekly mass times

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 8, 2024

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

San Francisco celebrates Juneteenth with parade festival honoring Black culture

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 8, 2024

San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed, along with city and community leaders, will commemorate Juneteenth throughout June with a series of events celebrating Black freedom, resilience, and culture. Today, the second annual parade down Market Street will feature festive floats, live music, classic cars, marching bands, and many special guests.

Rep. Thompson votes ‘No’ on bill to ban the Federal Reserve from establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 7, 2024

U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-D) voted against a bill that would ban the Federal Reserve from establishing a Central Bank Digital Currency.

Mayor Breed announces funding allocation for hospital repairs

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 7, 2024

San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed and Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin announced full funding for essential capital repairs at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG) and Laguna Honda Hospital (LHH). These improvements aim to enhance services for over 100,000 individuals who receive primary, emergency, long-term, and mental health care annually within San Francisco’s healthcare system.

City meeting to address disability integration and electric wheelchair charging stations

By San Francisco Sun | Jun 7, 2024

The Mayor’s Office on Disability has announced a meeting to discuss the integration of disability, access, and functional needs into the city's emergency planning, as well as the next steps in implementing electric wheelchair charging stations. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 21, 2024, from 1 pm to 4 pm.