The 'Homeless World Cup' is Exactly How It Sounds; 2023 Soccer Competition for Formerly Homeless Athletes Commences in Sacramento
A tournament that serves not only as a competition, but to celebrate the successes of formerly homeless individuals, in general kicks off in Sacramento, after a hiatus since 2019.
Oakland's 911 System Stops Working After Technical Glitch
A summer power outage in Oakland quickly escalated into a complete breakdown of the city's 911 call center. With an aging battery backup and malfunctioning equipment, calls were rerouted to the Alameda County Sheriff's Office until the system can be fixed
San Francisco's Sutro Tower Gets a Patriotic Laser Show in Red, White and Blue
In a vibrant celebration fitting for the Fourth of July and Sutro's 50th anniversary, the City's sky will be bathed in red, white and blue lasers. Non-profit organization Illuminate the Arts is coordinating the illuminating spectacle as part of their "Summer of Awe."