The Refugee Family Behind The King of Trash Built Its Future From San Francisco’s Tenderloin

Bay Area screenings revisit the Duong family's refugee years in San Francisco's Tenderloin and the recycling work that followed.

🌱 Patch AM: Decapitated Sea Lion Found On San Francisco Beach: Reports

Spotted on the San Francisco calendar: Bob Woodruff Foundation And Swords to Plowshares Host National Got Your 6 Summit

Lowrider Spectacle Brings Droves To San Francisco's Mission District

Missed the big lowrider event in San Francisco's Mission District over the weekend? Patch has you covered with a photo slideshow.

Man Killed In Deadly Golden Gate Boat Accident Identified

A boat struck rocks and capsized, killing a San Jose man and critically injuring another.

4-Year-Old Not Missing After Rollover Crash | Baby Born In Traffic | House Towed Across Bay: NorCal In Brief

Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal this weekend.

Baby Girl Born Along San Francisco Road After Family Gets Stuck In Traffic

Paramedics ran two blocks through heavy traffic to reach the family in time to help deliver the baby girl.

🌱 Patch AM: How close is San Francisco to seizing PG&E’s power grid?

And check out Surplus Assets to the Ongoing Operations of Supernal Online Auction on the San Francisco Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What’s still happening at today’s Chinatown Autumn Moon Festival?

Coming up: Comedy Day on the San Francisco Patch calendar

Dog Greets Burglar With Toys | Beloved Restaurant Closing | Teen Dies After Frat Party | 100 Quakes: CA News

Home Where Landlord Accused Of Executing Tenant Now Renting For Double | Uber Pays $40M For Abandoning Girl On Highway | Venomous Sea Snake

🌱 Patch AM: Mountain Lion Roaming San Francisco Neighborhood Captured

Coming up on the San Francisco Patch calendar: Comedy Day

New Restaurants, Boutiques Opening + Teens Win $5K Each In Innovator Competition: Saturday Smiles

East Bay giving campaign gets a Dolly Parton twist, a student explores climate solutions with scientists and more NorCal nice news.

🌱 Patch AM: SF Standard CEO Accused Of Demeaning, Sexually Harassing Women In Explosive Lawsuit

You won’t want to miss A Tribute to Fred Astaire on the San Francisco Patch calendar

Mom, Baby Killed In Highway Fireball | 1 Dead In Golden Gate Boat Wreck | Detective Hit By Car: Patch PM

ALSO: Legendary local music venue closes; Man drops lewd photos of self in front of children; Suspect tried to kill teen he trafficked.

Man Dies, Two Injured In Deadly Golden Gate Bridge Boat Wreck

Tragedy after disabled vessel and three passengers were stranded near Golden Gate Bridge this morning.

🌱 Patch AM: SF Approves Nearly $2 Million Payout to Family Of Cyclist Fatally Doored By City Worker

You won’t want to miss A Tribute to Fred Astaire on the San Francisco Patch calendar

Gun Found During School Lockdown | 8K Videos In Child Porn Ring Bust | $9.5M Ponzi Scheme: Patch PM

ALSO: Man accidentally shoots himself in leg, police say; Greg Papa hospitalized again, Whole Foods evacuated due to leak

Broadcaster Greg Papa Hospitalized Again As He Battles For Life And A Career Comeback

The 49ers radio voice battled pneumonia, two collapsed lungs, and an uncertain broadcasting future afterward.

🌱 Patch AM: Bay Area Home Where Landlord Is Accused Of Executing Tenant Now Renting For Nearly Double The Price

You won’t want to miss A Tribute to Fred Astaire on the San Francisco Patch calendar

2 Student Athletes Killed | Rent Doubles After Landlord Slays Tenant: Patch PM

MORE: $11K Stolen From Little League, Kidnapped Teen Found Safe, Massage Therapist Charged With Rape, 3-Hour Standoff Ends With Tear Gas

Amid Rising Evictions, SF Mayor Unveils Renter Protections

The city plans to add $3 million to a program that would give full-scope eviction representation to 400 households.

Coach Accused Of Recording Locker Room | Empty Boat Mystery | Person Falls From Cliff: NorCal In Brief

Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal this weekend.

Mansions Red-Tagged, Sinkhole Swallows Star's Property | Mayor Rape Trial | Dog Reunited After Years: CA News

Man Dies After Face Slap | Woman Seen Harassing Family Over Skin Color Arrested | Mysterious Tooth With A Prehistoric Surprise |

Prehistoric Tooth Found In Creek + Grammy-Winning Pop Band To Play At College Postgame Show: Saturday Smiles

Two Mexican eateries make NYT list + Napa chefs make soup to raise funds for people experiencing homelessness, and more good news.

Local Prehistoric Discovery | Actor Given Key To City 30 Years Later | Man Dies After Face Slap: Patch PM

ALSO: Meat burglary suspect nabbed; Nearly 200 illegal crab traps found; 'Breathtaking': seabirds return to SF in spectacle.

'Breathtaking': A Seabird's Return To SF Creates A Natural Spectacle

"If you know, you know. If you don't, this is your sign to find out," park officials said.

Big Rig Crashes Into Creek | Son Stabs Father Trying To Break Up Parent's Fight: PD | Ballot Battle: Patch PM

ALSO: Car linked to amber alert for teen impregnated by father, fire near BART station being investigated, Napa fire evacuations

KQED To Settle Wage-Theft Class Action Lawsuit

The proposed $895,000 settlement could provide payments to more than 580 current and former employees.

Lion Wanders Through City | Guy Fieri's Lamborghini Thief Woes | Amber Alert: NorCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal this weekend.

Lion Crosses Path With Dog Walker In San Francisco

A person reported the big cat had run up a tree after being spooked by them and their dog near Golden Gate Park.

Sea Lion Dies At Crissy Field After Showing Signs Of Domoic Acid Poisoning

Callers reported the large sea lion on the beach showing signs of distress, including head weaving and seizures.

Tsunami Of AI Child Sexual Abuse Deepfakes Flood Communities And CA Courtrooms

As authorities are inundated with reports of AI-generated child pornography, victims face a dearth of protections and uncertain justice.

Popular Mediterranean Chain Expands + Oktoberfests + New (Adorable) Police K9: Saturday Smiles

Fashion brand opening sprawling store; wild parrot freed after getting its head stuck between glass in a building, and more nice news.

Odds Of Major Bay Area Quake Tops 74%. Here's When The Big One Could Hit: Report

New calculations show the Bay Area will experience a large earthquake sometime in the next 30 years, according to an SF Chronicle report.

TV Star Escorted From Local Hotel | AI Guidance Strands Mountain Climbers | Quake Hits Bay Area: Patch PM

ALSO: No charges filed for teen in infant death; East Bay shooting wounds driver, closes highway; man who molested 3 boys gets prison

Meet Hazel, San Francisco Police's Newest K9

"Sometimes the most important thing a K9 can do is be there," police said.

Person Trapped Inside Garbage Truck | Fatal Canoeing Victim Identified | City Sells Its Downtown: Patch PM

ALSO: Biker crashes after fleeing police at 100 MPH; 1 dead, 1 arrested after DUI crash; community rallies for vandalized mural

Beloved San Francisco Zoo Mandrill Dies At 24: Officials

"We were so lucky to have her in our lives," said Kyle Runzel, the zoo's primate curator.

Dad Forced Teen Daughter To Kill Baby, Sheriff Says | Parrot Rescued: Patch PM

MORE: SWAT Nabs Arson Suspect, Rodent-Infested Apartment Landlords To Pay $9 Million, Man Who Targeted White House Planned Bay Area Attack

Lionel Ritchie Hospitalized Ahead Of Rescheduled SF Concert: Reports

The report comes just weeks before Richie and Earth, Wind and Fire are expected to perform at San Francisco's Chase Center on Sept. 26.

Wild Parrot Freed After Getting Head Stuck Between Glass At SF Building

Authorities say the building the bird was stuck in is undergoing construction.

The 5 movements that matter more than muscles, according to a South San Francisco gym

Think movements, not muscles.

Whiskies of the World Festival Coming to Half Moon Bay

The internationally recognized whisky tasting event will make its Half Moon Bay debut, bringing premium pours to a scenic coastal setting.

Heritage Fire Brings Live-Fire Flavor to the San Francisco Peninsula

Top chefs, bold bites and Napa Valley wines come together at Coyote Point on July 26 for an all-inclusive culinary experience.

70% of Adults Over 40 Fail This Simple Fitness Quiz. Can You Pass It?

Most people think they know how to get in shape after 40. A 10-question quiz says otherwise.

South San Francisco Area Residents Over 40 Are Getting in the Best Shape of Their Lives - Here's Their Secret

They weren't gym people. They didn't know where to start. Then everything changed.

Mochiholic is Coming to Berkeley This December with Sweet Delights!

Berkeley's Telegraph Avenue Welcomes Mochiholic – Mochi Donuts, BOBA, and More!

AFS-USA is seeking host families to welcome an exchange student

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ELsherbini For US Congress

Mohamed ELsherbini announces candidacy for US Congress California D10th

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