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July 6, 2013 Voice of America

A Boeing 777 passenger jet has crash landed at the San Francisco International Airport in California.

History happened here: Alcatraz closed 50 years ago this month

March 26, 2013 Todd DeFeo

It’s hard to believe, but it’s been 50 years since the infamous Alcatraz closed as a federal prison.

U.S. wine exports set new record

February 22, 2013 The Travel Trolley

U.S. wine exports reached $1.43 billion in winery revenues in 2012, setting a new record, according to the San Francisco-based Wine Institute.

California court rules bumper cars risky, may cause injury

January 5, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Riding a bumper cars attraction at an amusement park carries with it a certain amount of risk, and the park is not to blame for any injury that results in riding the attraction.

Embrace your inner Eddie Murphy: Take in San Francisco in ’48 Hours’

October 12, 2012 Todd DeFeo

From the moment my wife and I arrived in town, it was as if she was the Eddie Murphy to my Nick Nolte.

What are America’s dirtiest cities?

September 22, 2012 The Travel Trolley

Looking to take a trip? Your next destination may be among the nation’s dirtiest.

United to offer Houston-Lagos 787 service service starting in January

August 24, 2012 The Travel Trolley

United Airlines will operate nonstop Boeing 787 service five days a week between Houston and Lagos, Nigeria, starting Jan. 7, the airline announced.

Fog City fun: Spending 48 hours in SFO

August 10, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Seeing San Francisco in 48 hours is a daunting task. But, if you’re tight on time, hit the high points for a quick look into San Francisco’s unique history and culture.

Study: Tribal government gaming beneficial to California

August 8, 2012 The Travel Trolley

A new study commissioned by the California Nations Indian Gaming Association concluded that tribal government gaming generates important benefits across California’s economy.

Nearly 2.9 million overseas visitors went to San Francisco in 2011

July 7, 2012 The Travel Trolley

Nearly 2.9 million overseas visitors went to San Francisco in 2011, according to the San Francisco Travel Association, the official tourism marketing organization for the City and County of San Francisco.