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Fear of being detained is discouraging some asylum seekers from continuing their cases, writes Margaret Kadifa. Outside the San Francisco courthouse, ICE has arrested immigrants who show up for routine hearings.

Well, the Mayor’s contentious budget was passed yesterday.The ban on RV parking also passed, as did a measure giving the mayor more power to shift Prop C funds from housing to shelters. See Marina Newman‘s report for details.

About 50 public housing tenants from 10 sites crowded into Mayor Lurie‘s office, asking him to hold their property managers accountable for long-standing disrepair and dangerous conditions.

Read the back story on unsafe conditions at the Alice Griffith projects in Bayview.

More soon,

Sara

Banner for a self-defense and immigration rights event on July 26, 2025, in San Francisco, with lunch and childcare provided. Includes registration link and QR code.

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People seated in a wood-paneled room, some in wheelchairs, while others stand holding yellow signs in the back. Chandelier lighting is visible above.

S.F. supervisors approve mayor’s budget

“Every dictator states they just want additional authority once.”

A group of people push against a black car on a city street, some wearing masks and hooded clothing, next to a building with large windows.

Fear permeates S.F. immigration court after arrests outside

“There was a violent encounter that left court staff shaking and in tears.”

A group of people stand on building steps in San Francisco, holding signs advocating for housing rights and community issues.

S.F. public housing tenants urge Mayor Lurie to step up

“These companies have harmed our residents for decades. They’re slumlords.”

Back Story

A person stands indoors looking out of a large window at a modern apartment building and courtyard during daylight.

Bayviewโ€™s Alice Griffith housing was built in 2017. Itโ€™s already falling apart.

“That’s the smell of dying rats.”

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Future housing
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Today: Supreme Court 2025: What the Latest Rulings Mean for the Bay Area, at Manny’s, July 16, 7:30-8:30PM

Tomorrow: Conflict Kitchen: Reading and fundraiser for Gaza Soup Kitchen, at Southern Exposure, July 17, 6:30-8PM

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