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In today's newsletter:

  • Study hints Cascadia megaquake could warn San Francisco of ‘Big One’
  • SFPD seeks missing dog after owner critically injured in attack
  • How San Francisco is making firefighter gear dramatically safer this month

Also on today's calendar: GISSV'S German Holiday Market and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in San Franciscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in San Franciscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Friday: Fog to sun, with a high of 55 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Saturday: Fog in the a.m.; partly sunny, temps: high: 57, low: 45.
  • Sunday: Periods of sun, with a high of 58 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. CA's Next Big One: Nature May Have An Early Warning System, Study Shows (patch.com) — Bay Area residents, especially in San Francisco, are urged to rethink earthquake preparedness as new research suggests Cascadia megaquakes may partially synchronize with the San Andreas fault. Scientists say a massive Cascadia event could act as an early warning, potentially giving San Franciscans minutes to years to seek safety or even temporarily leave the region before a major local quake strikes.
   

2. Dog Missing After Owner Attacked In San Francisco: Police (patch.com) — San Francisco police are searching for a missing dog named Charlotte Rose after her 65-year-old owner was critically injured in an assault near Post and Leavenworth streets. Investigators say the suspect kicked the dog, causing her to run off, then attacked the man, who was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Residents with information are urged to contact SFPD to help locate the microchipped dog.
   

3. San Francisco firefighters get new gear free of cancer-causing chemicals (sfchronicle.com) — San Francisco firefighters are getting new PFAS-free protective gear this month, making the city the largest in the nation to fully switch to cancer-safer uniforms. Backed by federal grants and local funds, the move follows a 2024 city PFAS ban and a new statewide law modeled on San Francisco’s approach, aiming to reduce cancer risks for more than 1,100 frontline firefighters.
   

4. Oregon Signee Tommy Tofi Honored as a 2026 Navy All-American (nbcsports.com) — A standout offensive lineman from San Francisco’s Archbishop Riordan High School, Tommy Tofi has been named a 2026 Navy All-American and will play in the nationally televised All-American Bowl. The honor spotlights local high school talent on a big stage, with Tofi now eligible for several major individual awards tied to the game.
   

5. WATCH: Breathtaking Video Shows Moment Pilot Tried ‘Shutting Off' Engines On Packed Flight (trendingpoliticsnews.com) — A 2023 Horizon Air flight headed for San Francisco from Washington was nearly sabotaged midair when an off-duty pilot tried to pull engine fire handles, forcing an emergency diversion to Portland. Newly released audio and court records detail how the crew restrained him, why investigators say sleep deprivation and mushrooms played a role, and the mix of jail time, probation, and restitution he ultimately received.
   

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  • Lost her last night (12/10/2025) from 48th and Kirkham.
    She seems to have gotten out. Her name is Meiko and was wearing a white collar. She was adopted 2 months ago from the shelter. I think they found her… (Nextdoor Outer Sunset)
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