Chinatown's dark side of violence and gangs shocks visitors
San Francisco Chinatown faces brutal gang warfare and extortion as rival Hong Kong immigrant youths battle for control of gambling and bookmaking racks. Overcrowded housing, racial neglect, and tourist-driven rents fuel harsh living conditions and fear among residents and shopkeepers.
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Battle for control in San Francisco special election
As San Francisco eyes an August 2 special election to reshape city government, pro and anti campaign groups unleash massive outreach. Propositions A and B would redraw supervisor elections and alter mayor and district attorney terms, with battles over at large versus district-based seats and citywide offices.
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