SAN FRANCISCO – Cal/OSHA is fining Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and the University of California San Francisco for violations of worker safety laws in connection to an employee’s deadly stabbing last year. 

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What we know:

A social worker died after being stabbed by a patient last December at the hospital’s Ward 86 HIV care clinic. 

KTVU has obtained the citation documents that show Cal/OSHA found that the hospital lacked adequate protections to identify, investigate and manage potentially dangerous patients and proposed more than $130,000 in fines. Cal/OSHA found seven violations, including six serious citations at the hospital. 

The occupational and safety health division also cited UCSF for lacking an effective workplace violence prevention plan with fines of nearly $143,000. Cal/OSHA found UCSF had eight violations and seven serious citations. 

“A social worker at ZSFG (Zuckerberg SF General) was stabbed multiple times by a patient with a knife,” a spokesperson for Cal/OSHA’s statement read. “The social worker, an employee of the Regents of the University of California–San Francisco (UCSF), died of injuries two days later. UCSF’s physicians and other medical professionals provide some of the medical care at ZSFG.”

Cal/OSHA said their workplace violence prevention protocol for healthcare facilities has been in place since 2017. 

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The backstory:

Alberto Rangel, 51, was stabbed and killed on Dec. 9, 2025 at the hospital by a suspect, identified as Wilfredo Tortolero-Arreichi, 35. 

Police said Tortolero-Arreichi was walking with the social worker toward an elevator when the suspect grabbed the victim from behind and stabbed him numerous times in the neck. Rangel died at the hospital two days later. 

Remembering the victim 

Rangel was described by colleagues as someone who treated everyone with love and absolute care and as someone who went above and beyond for his colleagues and patients. He ran support groups in English and Spanish. 

Outside of work, he was remembered as an artist, an athlete and for his sense of humor and sharp fashion sense. 

Activists demanded safety accountability at the hospital in the aftermath of Rangel’s fatal stabbing. 

In December, Tortolero-Arreichi, failed to appear in court as the defendant when he was still locked up in a hospital psychiatric ward. 

Tortolero-Arreichi remains in custody at the San Francisco County Jail. According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, it has requested San Francisco to honor an immigration detainer against the suspect once he has been tried and serves any potential sentence. ICE said the suspect is an illegal immigrant from Venezuela with a criminal record. 

Scenic views stretch across California — from rugged coastlines and towering forests to landmarks that shape its cities and culture. Whether you’re chasing a quiet moment, a sense of awe or the perfect photo, the Golden State offers no shortage of places worth the trip.

This story is part of USA TODAY’s Most Treasured Views series, a nationwide project highlighting breathtaking — and sometimes overlooked — sights across the country.

In California, those views span the full landscape, blending natural wonders with historic and architectural icons. Some are world-famous, others invite quieter reflection — all offering a window into what makes the state unforgettable. Here are some of those California treasured views:

17‑Mile Drive, Pebble Beach

This iconic coastal drive delivers one postcard moment after another along the Monterey Peninsula. Visitors wind past rugged cliffs, white-sand beaches and wind‑shaped cypress trees, with sweeping Pacific views at nearly every turn.

Landmarks like the Lone Cypress and crashing surf at Point Joe make this one of California’s most photographed stretches of coastline.

The view: Discover the 17-Mile Drive, a scenic California coastal road trip

Santa Monica Pier

Jutting out into the Pacific, the Santa Monica Pier blends ocean views with classic California boardwalk energy. It’s known for its sweeping coastal vistas, historic charm and the unmistakable Ferris wheel skyline.

Whether you’re watching the sunset or strolling the planks, it’s a front‑row seat to Southern California beach life.

The view: Make it to the end of the road at the Santa Monica Pier

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Coit Tower, San Francisco

From atop Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower offers panoramic views of San Francisco and the bay, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz.

The 1930s landmark also features historic murals inside, merging art and scenery into one of the city’s most recognizable viewpoints.

The view: Climb Telegraph Hill to view San Francisco from Coit Tower

Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles

Perched in Griffith Park, the observatory delivers sweeping views of Los Angeles, from downtown skyscrapers to the Hollywood Sign.

It’s a favorite for visitors chasing cinematic moments — especially at sunset, when the city begins to glow.

The view: How science and Hollywood spectacle collide at Griffith Observatory

Hearst Castle, San Simeon

Set high above the Central Coast, Hearst Castle pairs ocean views with opulent architecture. Visitors look out over rolling hills and the Pacific while touring one of the most lavish estates in the country.

The property’s grand design and history make the scenery feel as dramatic as the setting.

The view: Hearst Castle, a California wonder, inspired ‘Citizen Kane’

Yosemite Valley

Few places in California rival the scale of Yosemite Valley. Granite giants like El Capitan and Half Dome rise above forests and meadows, creating some of the most iconic views in the country.

Waterfalls, cliffs, and open skies make it a defining feature of the Sierra Nevada landscape.

The view: Yosemite Valley offers iconic views of Half Dome, El Capitan

Alcatraz Island

Set in the middle of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz offers striking views of both the city skyline and the surrounding waters.

The former prison’s isolation — and its layered history of incarceration and protest — adds weight to the scenery.

The view: Image of Alcatraz Island legacy still dominates San Francisco Bay

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Home to some of the largest trees on Earth, these parks offer views that feel both towering and humbling.

The giant sequoias dominate the landscape, with mountain vistas and deep canyons stretching beyond them.

The view: Walk among giants in Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks

Carmel Mission

In the coastal town of Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea, this historic mission blends architecture, gardens and coastal light.

Its preserved design and peaceful setting offer a quieter, reflective California view rooted in the state’s early history.

The view: Carmel Mission, a historic California landmark on Central Coast

Hollywood Sign viewpoints

Seeing the Hollywood Sign up close — or from scenic overlooks — is a classic Los Angeles experience.

The landmark sits against the hills above the city, offering a mix of urban and natural scenery that defines the region.

The view: The best way to visit the Hollywood Sign, according to locals

Manzanar National Historic Site

Set against the stark beauty of the Eastern Sierra, Manzanar is both scenic and sobering. The site tells the story of Japanese Americans incarcerated here during World War II.

The wide‑open desert landscape contrasts with that history, making it one of California’s most powerful places to visit.

The view: Manzanar Historic Site tells story of WWII incarceration

Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park showcases where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet, with twisted Joshua trees and striking rock formations.