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San Francisco voters will weigh Muni parcel tax
A November ballot measure will ask San Francisco property owners to fund Muni through a new parcel tax. The money is intended to help close the transit agency's budget gap and avoid service cuts.

Levi's Stadium has some of the lowest World Cup ticket prices
Several 2026 World Cup group matches at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara are among the lowest priced U.S. host city games now listed. Some entry prices are around $140 to $180, though transportation and other costs still matter.

San Francisco expands drone and camera use against illegal dumping
San Francisco supervisors approved new surveillance rules allowing Public Works to use drones and a camera system tied to license plate readers for illegal dumping cases. A separate proposal would raise fines beyond the current $1,000 cap.

SFUSD superintendent faces House hearing on school culture issues
San Francisco Unified Superintendent Maria Su appeared before a House committee hearing focused on parental rights, gender identity and other school culture disputes. She emphasized compliance with state and federal law and said families may opt out of certain activities for religious reasons.

World Cup traffic plan urges transit to Santa Clara stadium
Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara will host six World Cup matches from June 13 to July 1, with officials warning of road closures and limited parking nearby. Transit agencies are asking fans to use trains, BART, Muni and shuttles instead of driving.
Portsmouth Square renovation begins in San Francisco Chinatown
Construction has started on the $73 million renovation of Portsmouth Square in San Francisco's Chinatown. The project follows years of disputes and is expected to take two years.

SFPD releases new details in shooting that injured officer
San Francisco police shared body camera footage and a timeline for a May 31 pursuit that ended with gunfire near Bayshore Boulevard and Jerrold Avenue. Officer Brittney Taylor and passenger Ariunsanaa Dolgorsuren were injured, and suspect Norris Reed III faces felony charges.

SF Bay Chinese community services: immigrant rights, seniors, and legal help
Chinese for Affirmative Action, Self-Help for the Elderly, and API Legal Outreach give Bay Area readers concrete places to start for rights, senior, and legal support.
South Bay civic watch for immigrant families and students
San Jose Spotlight and Asian Law Alliance connect South Bay civic reporting with legal, housing, benefits, and immigrant-resource next steps.

East Bay dining openings: milk tea, noodles, cafes, and Chinatown corridors
East Bay Nosh tracks new Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, Alameda, and nearby restaurant openings, including recent milk tea, dumpling, noodle, cafe, Thai, and Nepali items.

SFO, SJC, and official notices for Bay Area families
SFO and San Jose Mineta updates help families verify airport construction, programs, route announcements, and traveler advisories before a trip.

Out There Coffee looks for a second San Francisco cafe
Out There Coffee Roasters is scouting another San Francisco location, but no lease or opening date has been set. The coffee business grew from local pop ups before opening its first cafe in 2024.