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This Memorial Day weekend saw numerous events and headlines in the Bay Area, as reported by CBS News on Saturday, May 27, 2023. An influx of travelers led to a significant increase in TSA screenings at local airports. On Friday, the agency screened over five million passengers, marking the highest single-day number since Thanksgiving 2019.
A major traffic disruption occurred due to a multi-car collision on San Francisco's Bay Bridge. Although the CHP managed to reopen the lanes by 2:30 PM, traffic remained congested for hours. In contrast, the Bay Area experienced pleasant weather throughout the weekend, with meteorologist Darren Peck forecasting temperatures around 60°F in San Francisco and slightly warmer conditions in the inland East Bay Valleys.
In celebration of San Francisco's 45th annual Carnaval, attendees enjoyed a massive street party in the Mission District. The event featured performances by renowned Latin American acts from Colombia and Cuba, as well as a variety of food options for attendees to savor.
Memorial Day, a national holiday honoring fallen servicemen and women, was marked by several local events. Boy Scouts and community groups placed flags on the graves of soldiers at Hill Cemetery, instilling respect and appreciation for the sacrifices made by those who served the country. Special observances were also scheduled for Monday at Oak Hill Cemetery, the Presidio, and a wreath toss at the USS Hornet in Alameda.
Finally, the Oakland A's revealed new renderings of their proposed Las Vegas ballpark. The $1.5 billion stadium, to be built on the Tropicana site, will feature a partially retractable roof and a fan capacity of 30,000. The project's funding hinges on taxpayer money approved by Nevada lawmakers and the relocation vote from all 30 MLB owners.
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