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Tenderloin Hotel Fire Caused by Barbecue

Louis Milman — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:43:40 +0000

(SAN FRANCISCO) -- A two-alarm fire ignited on the roof of a Tenderloin hotel on Tuesday, evacuating residents on the top floor.

According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the fire at the Senator Hotel was reported just after 5 p.m. on Tuesday. While those staying on the top floor were advised to evacuate, all other guests were told to stay where they were.

The fire was apparently started by a barbecue on the roof, reports the Chronicle.

The Senator Hotel is a part of the non-profit Community Housing Partnership network and houses former homeless people. It was opened in 1924 and renovated in 2005.

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Colma BART Station Shut After Death on Tracks

Louis Milman — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:33:32 +0000

(SAN FRANCISCO) -- The Colma Bay Area Rapid Transportation Station was closed Tuesday morning after a death on the tracks.

According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the victim was killed shortly after 9 a.m. at the Colma stop.

The station was shut while BART police investigated the death.

No further information was made available by authorities, but the investigation is ongoing.

Police Arrest 10 in Protest at AT&T Park

Anselm Gibbs — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:20:43 +0000

(SAN FRANCISCO) -- Ten people were arrested Tuesday while staging a protest at AT&T Park.

Police say on Tuesday evening about 400 protesters took part in a peaceful march at Willie Mays Plaza. However, approximately 50 protesters opted to purchase tickets and enter AT&T Park, leading to arrests.

After staging what police called a "sit down," the protesters were advised by officers that they were in violation of the AT&T Park/Giants fan code of conduct.

Police say 10 protesters were then arrested after refusing to leave, while the remaining protesters were escorted off the premises without incident. Those arrested were cited for trespassing and released.

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