But the court rejected immigration courts’ conclusion that Archila himself faced no likelihood of torture in Guatemala. Other former military commissioners have been killed by the government, the court said. Those who have been slain included one of Archila’s uncles, a former commissioner, Archila’s brother, who was in the military, and his niece, who was taken from her home and murdered in 2012. … [Read more...] about Court orders U.S. to bring back Guatemalan deportee who faced torture — but ruling is too late
Bay area state 2
Can you date under S.F.’s shutdown? Here’s what one supervisor thinks the rules mean
“Double dates are not allowed because the order says you can only be with one person. So, four people can’t go together to the park under this order, still,” Haney said, chuckling. “It’s still very limiting. This is such a 180 from where we were two weeks ago, that I don’t think most people have fully processed it.” … [Read more...] about Can you date under S.F.’s shutdown? Here’s what one supervisor thinks the rules mean
Need a haircut? Bay Area salons could reopen this week as stay-at-home order lifts
Gov. Gavin Newsom said the changes go into effect immediately, but counties are free to institute stricter rules amid concerning news about new variants and bumpy vaccine rollouts. San Francisco Mayor London Breed said the city would allow purple-tier activities beginning Thursday. Santa Clara County allowed personal care services and outdoor dining to resume immediately Monday, as did Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Mateo and Solano counties. … [Read more...] about Need a haircut? Bay Area salons could reopen this week as stay-at-home order lifts
When restaurants can reopen outdoor dining in San Francisco and each Bay Area county
Whether restaurants are prepared to reopen outdoor immediately is another question. Many businesses went into hibernation mode over the winter instead of staying open for takeout and delivery, and it could take a week to rehire staff and do other preparation to reopen, Thomas said. Weather, too, is a factor. Rainy, windy forecasts may mean that some restaurants will opt to hold out a while before setting out tables again, Thomas added. … [Read more...] about When restaurants can reopen outdoor dining in San Francisco and each Bay Area county
San Mateo County warns coastal residents to prepare for evacuation in case of mudslides
Since October, experts have warned that intense rainfall on the CZU Lightning Complex burn scars could dislodge debris, threatening the properties and lives of thousands in and around the Santa Cruz Mountains. Until now, the area has avoided the heavy winter rains that trigger mudslides. … [Read more...] about San Mateo County warns coastal residents to prepare for evacuation in case of mudslides
