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Macy's in San Francisco has ended its nearly 80-year tradition of having Santa Claus at its Union Square store, with Santa now embarking on a national tour after the Thanksgiving Day Parade, leaving a gap in the local holiday festivities.
The new Time Out Market near Union Square features a variety of vendors including acclaimed restaurants like Kebabwala and Lori Jayne, offering diverse options from Indian kebabs to Brooklyn-style burgers, but its unremarkable exterior makes it easy to overlook despite the quality offerings inside.
Nintendo announced it will open its second official U.S. store in San Francisco's Union Square in 2025, adding to its existing store in New York City. The store will sell consoles, games, peripherals, and other related goods, and will host events and game experiences.
Nintendo is opening its second standalone U.S. store in San Francisco's Union Square in 2025, nearly 20 years after launching its first location in New York's Rockefeller Center. This new store aims to offer a comprehensive Nintendo experience and will be a significant addition to the area, which has seen several major retail closures recently.
Nintendo of America announced plans to open an official store in San Francisco's Union Square in 2025, marking the second official US location after New York City.
Trader Joe's opened a grab-and-go store called Pronto in Union Square, replacing its former wine shop, which closed amid a unionization effort. The move has sparked mixed reviews from customers and backlash from former employees, who suspect the closure was a response to their organizing efforts. The National Labor Relations Board has filed a complaint against Trader Joe's, alleging unfair labor practices and demanding the reopening of the wine shop. The company spokesperson stated that they are still looking for a suitable location to sell wine, while also confirming that all employees of the shuttered wine store were paid for their scheduled hours and offered positions in other locations.
Thousands flocked to San Francisco's Union Square to admire and pick tulips at a free event organized by the city and the Consulate General of the Netherlands, bringing much-needed foot traffic to the shopping district. Despite the excitement, some visitors expressed concerns about the area's lack of attractions and closures of businesses. The event drew mixed reactions from locals and out-of-towners, with some planning to explore nearby attractions while others found the disorganization and long lines disappointing.
Macy's announced the closure of 150 stores nationwide over the next two years, including the flagship Union Square store in San Francisco. The decision is attributed to profitability challenges and a shift in focus towards higher-end luxury brands and cosmetics. City leaders expressed disappointment but also discussed future opportunities for the space, while residents and businesses lamented the loss of a longstanding cultural and retail landmark.
Pro-Palestinian protesters numbering around 800 have taken over Union Square in New York City, following a day-long rally that involved climbing the Brooklyn Bridge, damaging police cars, and blocking traffic. The ongoing Israel-Hamas war has seen Hamas launch a major attack on Israel, resulting in casualties on both sides. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that they are at war and vowed that Hamas will face unprecedented consequences. Gaza health officials, controlled by Hamas, report thousands of Palestinian casualties since the conflict began.
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has eliminated the slow zones on the Green Line extension and reopened the Union Square branch ahead of schedule. The MBTA completed bridge repair work early, allowing service to resume. To eliminate the speed restrictions, crews widened the distance between the rails and fixed rail ties along the tracks. The MBTA is still investigating the root cause of the issues that led to the speed restrictions. The Green Line remains closed between North Station and Government Center for ongoing demolition work.
The NYPD is seeking the public's help in identifying more suspects involved in a massive riot that occurred in Manhattan's Union Square after Twitch influencer Kai Cenat advertised an unsanctioned PlayStation giveaway. Thousands of young people swarmed the area, causing damage to vehicles and property. The NYPD has released images of suspects and is asking for assistance in identifying them. The police are investigating the possibility of outside agitators being involved. Cenat has been charged with inciting a riot and unlawful assembly. The NYPD is urging parents to take responsibility for their children's actions and warning against the dangers of social media influence.
Cleanup efforts are underway in Union Square after a chaotic giveaway event organized by internet influencer Kai Cenat resulted in a mob getting out of hand, leaving dozens injured. Cenat has been charged with two counts of incitement to riot and unlawful assembly. The incident has sparked concerns about parenting and the need for better crowd control measures.
Online influencer Kai Cenat has been charged with riot, inciting to riot, and unlawful assembly after thousands of people, mostly teens, stormed Union Square in response to his promises of gift cards and gaming giveaways. The chaotic crowd resulted in arrests and clashes with police, with officers being attacked and injured. Cenat, who has millions of followers on YouTube and Twitch, encouraged his followers to meet him at Union Square in a video. He was released from police custody and will have to appear before a judge to answer the charges.
Twitch streamer and YouTuber Kai Cenat has been charged with inciting a riot and unlawful assembly after a giveaway event in New York City's Union Square turned chaotic, with thousands of people becoming unruly. Cenat was released from police custody and is set to appear in court in August. Representatives for Cenat apologized for the disorderly conduct and stated that they are cooperating with authorities. The event resulted in the arrest of 65 people, including 30 juveniles, and injuries to several individuals, including police officers. Videos showed the crowd engaging in violent behavior, including tearing down barricades and throwing objects. The NYPD had to call in approximately 1,000 officers to regain control of the situation.
Twitch streamer Kai Cenat has been charged with inciting a riot and unlawful assembly after thousands of people gathered in Union Square in New York City for a giveaway event. The event drew massive crowds, obstructing traffic and leading to acts of violence towards the police and the public. Several police officers were injured, and numerous arrests were made. Cenat, who has millions of followers on various social media platforms, did not obtain a permit or notify the police about the gathering. He has been charged with multiple offenses.