In this episode of State of Events find out what is causing some controversy in China Town, Colin Lygren has the details. Nancy Gehrels reports on the rise of the electric powered cars in the city. Angela Musallam tells us how the California’s budget cut will affect schools in San Francisco. Ally Williams informs us about a new kind of Farmers Market. Plus weather and great events for the weekend.

Colin Lygren tells us about the controversy over a new Chinatown subway line.

Angela Musallam reports on how the budget cuts to San Francisco High School is effecting their education.

Ally Williams tells us about a new type of Farmers Market in San Francisco.

Ashley Larson explain how San Francisco is helping the environment through composting.

James Martinez reports on what one company is doing to help protect the oceans.

Marsha Wescott updates us on the new rules and enforcement for Bay to Breakers.

One of San Francisco’s most famous races Bay to Breakers has a new sponsor and is seeing new rules this year.  New sponsor Zazzle is expecting a large number of runners and party goers at the seven mile race on Sunday.

With last years race causing a  need for increased security, the sponsor, city and neighbors came to a social agreement on the races’ 100th anniversary activities.  Stephanie Reichin, Bay to Breakers Spokeswoman, says  “Come to the race, just don’t come drunk”. Still some students are doubtful of the actual enforcement that is to happen at this years event.

There will be police checkpoints and wellness tents along the course to keep people from having open containers and floats. Tickets will be handed out for those who display being drunk in public and with open containers. No clarification on whether the fines will be increased for the day.

For more information on the new rules visit zazzlebaytobreakers.com under the frequently asked questions tab.

Amal Hasan gives us a heads up on the weather for the weekend.

Erina Yamamoto suggests a few things to do for the weekend.

In this episode of State of Events find out about the aftermath of a recent bust in the mission. Amanda Betat reports on why some people are calling for a soda tax. Ally William tells us about the U.S. recent deployment of predator drones in Libya. Also find out the what a local business is doing to help the environment. Plus weather and great events for this weekend.

Brenda Cancino investigates the recent fake ID bust in the Mission over.

This episode of State of Events includes a special Earth Day Segment. Amanda Beta tells us about the special Earth Day programs and presentations at the California Academy of Sciences. Brittany Bell informs us about the use of Birth Control on Geese in the Bay Area. The new environmental design for Park Merced is explained by Marsha Wescott. Dalia Asfoor reports on the controversial France face veil ban. Some car head lights on newer cars are being considered as road hazards, Angela Musallam has the details. Plus many more interesting stories.

The San Francisco power outage cancels classes at San Francisco State University.

Find out what the Cherry Blossom Festival is doing for people in Japan.

Marsha Wescott reports on the plans to build a more environmental Parkmerced.

Many students and faculty call Parkmerced home and the old apartment complex is getting an environmental face lift. The proposed plan may help the environment but some residents are weary at the cost it will cause them to pay.

Parkmerced spokesman P.J. Johnston says that the current residents will not be moved until the new units are built and they will still keep their rent controlled rate if they choose to stay in Parkmerced.

New plans include a phase process in which the owners will add 200 to 300 new units each year over the course of 20 years. Also making the Parkmerced grounds more environmentally friendly includes a better drainage system to Lake Merced, insulating the units and having a public transportation design to encourage residents to use their cars less. Parkmerced is hoping to be San Francisco’s first large apartment complex to leave a low carbon footprint after the 20 year project.

Still some residents worry about being displaced, parking, and losing the history of the post World War 2 buildings they have come to know and love.

More on the plans and the affect it has to students, faculty and current renter visit parkmercedvision.com