These are the local news from June 24 to 30 that you need to know to stay up to date.
One more month. The second half of 2023 begins and the most important date for the United States, Independence Day, is approaching. July 4 is a day where all Americans celebrate in various ways the day that freedom from the British Empire was proclaimed.
Parades, flags, fairs, costumes and fireworks flood every corner of the country. Independence Day in the United States is celebrated in a big way, and Americans love to come together and organize barbecues to commemorate this important date in the history of their country.
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The city government plans to build five new affordable housing projects in San Francisco, creating 550 new homes for seniors, families and low-income people emerging from homelessness, Mayor London Breed's office announced Friday.
Construction can begin as early as 2026 and residents will move in by the end of 2028, depending on the availability of deficit funds.
Projects were announced in five neighborhoods: Bernal Heights, Sunset District, Potrero Hill, Alamo Square and Forest Hill. Each project will be developed by different groups in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD), other city agencies and community partners.
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San Mateo police have arrested a so-called "serial thief" after multiple robberies in the past week.
Thus, police arrested Victor Bell, 29, of Daly City, on Saturday after two morning raids, the last of which was broken up by residents.
Bell, had two warrants for his arrest and was on probation for a prior theft offense.
The robber was booked into the San Mateo County Jail on suspicion of first degree robbery, attempted robbery, carrying a concealed knife or dagger and warrants for his arrest.
San Mateo police say Bell is likely connected to similar incidents in Foster City and could be linked to others in San Mateo.
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In an effort to crack down, San Mateo County officials announced a new list of July 4 fireworks fines for anyone who sells, buys and sets off fireworks on Independence Day.
Such actions include, for the first time, penalties for spectators, owners, and parents or guardians.
All fireworks are illegal in the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County, as well as in all county parks, state parks, and the Crystal Springs Basin, where wildfire risks are high despite heavy rains this year. anus.
Violations of the county's fireworks ordinance carry fines of up to $2,000, including for discharging fireworks within 500 feet of humane societies or pet rescue shelters or consuming alcohol when cited for fireworks violations. fireworks, among other situations.
Coming into 2023, first-time violators may be responsible for county costs to respond to violations of the fireworks ordinance.
This includes "the cost of any medical treatment for any public safety personnel injured in response to the breach, and the cost of repairing any public safety equipment or property damage incurred in response to the breach."
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County Supervisors unanimously approved a $7.7 billion biennial budget for San Mateo for the next fiscal years, spanning 2023-2025, that will prioritize ending homelessness in the area, between others.
After three days of public hearings, the supervisors approved the recommended budget, however the Board will hold hearings in September on a final revised budget based on emerging needs and changing economic conditions.
Guided by the priorities established by the Board of Supervisors, the plan emphasizes investments in sustaining initiatives, not launching new programs.
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A Lodi man suspected of shooting was arrested Tuesday by San Mateo County police.
San Mateo County Sheriff's Deputies arrested Peter Sim Jr., 20, on a warrant after a notification from the license plate reader alerted them to the location of the wanted vehicle around 6:30 p.m. . Officers pulled Sim over and arrested him with the help of Burlingame police.
Sim is a suspect in a shooting on Oro Way in Lodi around 11:15 p.m. Monday, Lodi police said.
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The San Mateo County Office of Arts and Culture is seeking volunteers to help paint a series of panels along the crosswalk for the new mural on Fifth Avenue in North Fair Oaks under the Caltrain tracks.
Families and children ages 8 and up are welcome to participate in this event that will take place over five weeks. The artwork has been pre-designed by local artist Emily Fromm, with the theme 'Healthy Community'.
No experience is needed to collaborate. All painting materials and instructions will be provided for the participants. The assistants only have to bring water, sunscreen, some snacks and arrive with comfortable shoes and clothes with which you do not mind getting stained with paint.
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The Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the number of officers of the California Highway Patrol ?CHP, for its acronym in English? deployed in a joint operation in San Francisco, while also authorizing specific police force increases to improve public safety and stop fentanyl trafficking.
The officer surge will aim to conduct targeted surges with law enforcement partners to fight crime and take more crackdown on the fentanyl crisis plaguing San Francisco.
Personnel assigned to the expanded operation are expected to include some of the more than 100 new CHP officers scheduled to graduate from the CHP Academy this week, as well as officers active within the Golden Gate Division.
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A dog was killed and 10 people displaced after a house fire in Redwood City Thursday afternoon. The fire, in the 3300 block of Bay Road, was concentrated in the attic of a home. The fire was reported around 4:00 p.m.
A Redwood City Fire Department spokesperson confirmed that a dog was killed in the fire. The cause of the fire is still being investigated.
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On July 1, 1983, East Palo Alto won the long battle for incorporation, becoming an independent city that would determine its own destiny.
Given this, East Palo Alto will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a great event, where everyone is invited.
Thus, this Friday night, the singer Goapele will receive the attendees while the history of East Palo Alto is projected.
On Saturday, everyone will be able to enjoy the sounds of La Sonora Dinamita, Rafa and Artelia Green & the Bandannas, among many others.
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