melissa gordon takes us there. >> reporter: celebrations echoed across san francisco as the parade made through the city. despite the weather, record breaking attendance was suspected. >> i think it's amazing. as chinese, i'm really proud of my history. >> reporter: police were ready along the parade route, and even in the parade, saying they have more staffing than in recent memory at this event. people lined the streets. >> we're good. we came prepared. >> reporter: armed with umbrellas and ponchos, watching bands, lion dances, dragons, floats and elected officials. [ inaudible ] >> -- there are so many people with different backgrounds. >> reporter: we met people from different countries, states and regions. how long was the drive? >> six hours. >> worth it? >> absolutely. >> reporter: for many, it was their first time to the parade. [ inaudible ] >> reporter: after years of more subdued celebrations during the pandemic, it felt like a return to city bustle, sending wishes for good luck and life in the new year. melissa gordon, "today in the bay." >>> a san jose police officer is rec

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