Activists have called for a national shutdown today, January 30, after Alex Pretti was killed by federal agents in broad daylight.
Watch here for updates on the Bay Area's response.
11:00 am
San Mateo: Motorists urged to use caution on city streets during the walkout and protests (Bay City News)
Police in San Mateo are urging motorists to use caution while driving city streets on Friday, when a large number of local students are expected to participate in a nationwide walkout and day of protest.
Students from San Mateo schools, and southbound from Burlingame, are planning start about 11:30 a.m. and gather at Central Park on El Camino Real by 1 p.m., with an estimated ending time by 4 p.m., according to police. It's not known how many will participate, but a large number is anticipated.
Drivers on El Camino Real are urged to use caution between Fifth and Ninth avenues. Traffic may be affected during the march on the following streets: Alameda de las Pulgas, South El Camino Real, Aragon Blvd., Fifth Avenue, North Delaware Street and a few other side streets connected to those thoroughfares.
9:00am
Many Bay Area businesses are closing today for the nationwide strike, in solidarity with the people of Minnesota.
Here is a list of Bay Area businesses that won't be open today. Other Bay Area businesses, like Green Apple Books and Reems, are staying open to support their workers and offer their space as a respite for those participating in the strike.
Yesterday, KALW Audio Academy Fellow, Viviana Vivas, asked residents whether or not they would be striking. Many said they supported the strike, even if they themselves would not be able to participate.
Residents also expressed outrage at the killings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good by federal agents in broad daylight. The Guardian reported on Wednesday that 8 people have died in ICE custody this month.
Watch her video here: