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Sarah McGrew
@sarahrosemcgrew.bsky.social
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Multimedia Journalist with Hearst TV (SF Chronicle & KCRA).
Based in San Francisco.
Burqueña. Dog mom. SUP.
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Nancy Pelosi announces retirement

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Nancy Pelosi will retire after historic 20-term career in Congress
Her departure, along with the death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein in late 2023, marks the end of a historic chapter for female political leadership in California.
www.sfchronicle.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Immigration crackdown in the S.F. Bay Area: Here’s everything we know right now
When will federal immigration agents arrive and where will they go? Will ICE play a role? As the impending operation jolts the Bay Area to action, here’s what we know — and what's not yet clear.
www.sfchronicle.com
October 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Definitely the most unique presser I’ve been to… inside a planetarium as CA Governor Newsom is about to sign a set of climate and energy bills
September 19, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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The Valkyries season is over but what an incredible first year!!! SF Chronicle Valkyries beat writer @mingemi.bsky.social shares her top 5 moments from the season.
🎬: me

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September 18, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Currently waiting in line to celebrate an albino alligator’s 30th birthday and watching WNBA playoffs on my phone. Just an average day of San Francisco fandom #happybirthdayclaude #govalks @wgoldenstate.bsky.social @calacademy.bsky.social
September 14, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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The Valkyries have a playoff game today.

Some reading:

- How Valkyries built a WNBA contender: www.sfchronicle.com/sports/artic...
- Valkyries vs. Lynx preview: www.sfchronicle.com/sports/artic...
- Natalie Nakase: www.sfchronicle.com/sports/artic...
How Valkyries built a WNBA contender from the ground up: ‘A perfect storm’
In the WNBA, where new teams typically struggle, the Golden State Valkyries found fast success through unconventional moves, international reach and a front office unafraid to ignore skepticism.
www.sfchronicle.com
September 14, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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V’s up!
sfchronicle.com San Francisco Chronicle @sfchronicle.com · Sep 5
The Golden State Valkyries beat the Dallas Wings 84-80 on Thursday to qualify for the WNBA postseason, an unprecedented fete for a first-year team.

Read more → www.sfchronicle.com/sports/artic...

📽️: Sarah McGrew
September 5, 2025 at 4:29 AM
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Marisa always has the exclusive
September 5, 2025 at 4:26 AM
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Seven former students allege Grammy Award-winning director Kevin Fox sexually harassed and abused them as children while administrators ignored complaints, according to a new lawsuit.
Watch the full video and read @mgafni.bsky.social’s reporting: bit.ly/3HNclqk
August 29, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Officials say encounters are rising as bears lose their fear of humans, urging residents and visitors to secure trash, lock doors and keep food out of cars.
Bear caught behind counter at Tahoe ice cream shop
Officials say encounters are rising as bears lose their fear of humans, urging residents and visitors to secure trash, lock doors and keep food out of cars.
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August 20, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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A pro-Palestinian activist came to Oakland to practice medicine. An outrage campaign followed
A Columbia medical student protested the genocide in Gaza. A Project Esther-style smear campaign followed her 2,900 miles to California.
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August 19, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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The AAP is strongly recommending COVID-19 shots for children ages 6 months to 2 years. Shots also are advised for older children if parents want their kids vaccinated, the AAP said.
American Academy of Pediatrics new COVID-19 shot recommendations differ from CDC advice
For the first time in 30 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics is substantially diverging from U.S. government vaccine recommendations.
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August 19, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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ICE arrests of people with no criminal convictions have surged in Northern California

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ICE arrests of people with no criminal convictions have surged in Northern California
As it has nationwide, ICE is arresting far more suspected immigration violators this summer than before.
www.sfchronicle.com
August 18, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Gavin Newsom’s hot troll summer

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Gavin Newsom’s hot troll summer
In the courts, over the airwaves and on the internet, California’s governor has gone full troll.
www.sfchronicle.com
July 24, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Honored to help tell this story
🎥: me
✍️: Noah Furtado
📷: Stephen Lam

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How support helped AB Hernandez, trans track and field champ ‘with mad attitude,’ brave national backlash
Years before transgender track and field athlete AB Hernandez became a CIF state champion, her mother knew nothing mattered more than her daughter enjoying the same experiences as her friends.
www.sfchronicle.com
June 8, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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You should also check out award-winning MMJ @sarahrosemcgrew.bsky.social's interview with Nereyda Hernandez from Clovis yesterday: youtu.be/l9Ocndb806Q
Mother of AB Hernandez gives unwavering support to daughter in midst of anti-trans protests
YouTube video by San Francisco Chronicle
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June 2, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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“I can handle being the first… but it’s more important to me that I’m not the last.”
Valkyries coach inspires Bay Area's young Asian American athletes
Natalie Nakase is the first Asian American head coach in the NBA, and her trailblazing path is inspiring young Asian American basketball players.
www.sfchronicle.com
May 16, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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S.F.’s giant naked woman sculpture brought out the worst in our city
The giant naked woman sculpture has brought out some of San Francisco’s worst tendencies.
www.sfchronicle.com
April 15, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Planning on a run at Sunset Dunes this weekend 🥰
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S.F.’s newest — and most controversial — park finally has a name
San Francisco’s newest — and most controversial — park finally has a name: Sunset Dunes
www.sfchronicle.com
April 9, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Superior Court Judge Dylan Sullivan developed an unexpected talent after she was forced to retire in her 50s because of a diagnosis of early dementia.

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California judge's aphasia diagnosis unlocked an extraordinary skill
YouTube video by San Francisco Chronicle
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March 10, 2025 at 1:43 AM
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My run ended near the donut shop?!?! What a coincidence! If I must…
March 9, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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A California judge got a devastating brain diagnosis. But it unlocked an extraordinary skill

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A California judge got a devastating brain diagnosis. But it unlocked an extraordinary skill
Judge Dylan Sullivan developed an unexpected talent after she was forced to retire in her 50s because of a diagnosis of early dementia.
www.sfchronicle.com
March 9, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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It was also an extremely complicated story where we saw deliberate attempts to mislead & misinform, not least by other outlets, in an increasingly desperate attempt to ruin the end of a young woman's college volleyball career. As journalists, we played it straight & stuck with the facts. 4/N
February 26, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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But was also made possible by @scottstrazzante.bsky.social @yoshijames.bsky.social s.bsky.social & @santiagomejia.bsky.social for their photography, to @sarahrosemcgrew.bsky.social ahrosemcgrew.bsky.social for her video work. 3/N
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February 26, 2025 at 6:18 PM