The Brief
- Preparation for SF Pride is underway. Workers are installing barricades along the parade route on Market Street.
- SF Mayor Lurie says his priority is safety and he wants people to feel free to be themselves.
- SFPD are saying to be mindful of personal possessions and to drink responsibly so you’re not a target.
SAN FRANCISCO – San Francisco is preparing to host its Pride celebration this weekend. City leaders are getting ready for a weekend of festivities, and they’re reminding everyone to be safe, have fun and be on the lookout for anything suspicious.
While events will happen throughout the city, crews are hard at work getting barricades into place along Market Street, where the annual parade will take place on Sunday.
Mayor Daniel Lurie said the parade is one of the city’s signature events, drawing locals and visitors from around the world. “While many of us will be marching and celebrating, my top priority remains making sure everyone feels safe and free to be themselves,” said Mayor Lurie.…