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Cheers San Francisco! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • San Francisco just ranked among America's very top foodie cities
  • Waymo will pay you back for pairing rides with Muni
  • SF Sheriff's lieutenant-mayor faces bullying allegations in Central Valley town

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 71, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Turning sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. This CA City Named Among Top 3 Foodie Destinations In The U.S. (patch.com) — Food lovers in San Francisco can take pride in a new WalletHub ranking that places the city third among all U.S. foodie destinations, behind only Miami and Portland. The study praises San Francisco's dense mix of restaurants, strong affordable dining options, and 25 Michelin-starred spots, making it California's top-ranked city for culinary experiences.
   

2. Why Waymo's New Program Incentivises Users To Take Public Transit (patch.com) — San Franciscans who combine Muni or other public transit with a Waymo ride could soon earn small cash rewards through a new "Waymo cash" program. By linking a Visa card in the app and riding transit and an autonomous vehicle within two hours, users receive a credit equal to San Francisco bus fare, as Waymo pilots the initiative with employees before a wider rollout.
   

3. SF Sheriff Accused Of Threatening Workers At CA Town Where He Serves As Mayor: Report (patch.com) — San Francisco readers may be watching closely as a San Francisco Sheriff's lieutenant, who also serves as mayor of Patterson, faces allegations of bullying and threatening city staff in that Central Valley town. An independent investigation described emotionally charged interactions and overreach of authority, prompting local officials to consider disciplinary proceedings while the deputy continues his role in the San Francisco Sheriff's Office.
   

4. 72-year-old arrested in South of Market stabbing, S.F. police say (sfchronicle.com) — A person was stabbed outside their workplace Wednesday afternoon on the 200 block of 11th Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood, and was taken to the hospital with stab wounds. Police quickly used license plate reader data to locate and arrest a 72-year-old suspect, booking him into San Francisco County Jail while the investigation remains open and tips are still requested.
   

5. SF's Californios is world's only three-star Michelin Mexican restaurant (kron4.com) — San Francisco diners can now claim a unique culinary distinction: Californios in the city is recognized as the world's only three-star Michelin Mexican restaurant. Led by chef-co-owner Val Cantu and San Francisco–born general manager Louis Pedroza, the restaurant blends traditional Mexican techniques with California influences while emphasizing care, heritage, and meticulous preparation in every dish.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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