Politics & Govt in ...
Mayor London Breed has nominated Lydia So to the San Francisco Planning Commission, citing her extensive background in urban design and public service.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A police chase ensued after over $23,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from a Lululemon store in Napa, ending in a crash in Oakland with four suspects detained.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Judge Breyer dismissed a lawsuit by X Corp against the CCDH, criticizing the company for trying to stifle free speech rather than addressing data scraping concerns.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
San Francisco's "4/20 at Hippie Hill" event will not take place in 2024 due to financial sponsorship challenges, impacting this long-standing tradition for cannabis enthusiasts.
Food & Drinks in ...
Humphry Slocombe opened a new store in Concord and offered free scoops with a charity drive for Project Open Hand. The boutique is known for unique flavors and has multiple Bay Area locations.
Che Fico Italian restaurant in San Francisco has halved its 10% pandemic surcharge, now adding a 5% charge to support SF mandates, continuing its commitment to equitable pay.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to announce his Vice Presidential pick for his independent White House bid in Oakland, causing speculation and potential impacts on the race against Biden and Trump.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Nurses in Santa Clara County plan a strike, raising concerns about healthcare disruption; officials strive to maintain services, emphasizing fair pay but are challenged by a $250 million budget shortfall.
Vandals spray-painted swastikas on Ukrainian flags in Mill Valley, an act being investigated as a hate crime by police who are searching for the suspects.
A Novato arson resulted in the arrest of 41-year-old Amy Lewis after firefighters and police responded to a home fire on March 24. The suspect allegedly set the home's porch ablaze; no injuries occurred due to the rapid response.
An off-duty Sonoma Sheriff's deputy saved a woman from a burning house in Calistoga, showcasing heroic action and quick-thinking without sustaining injuries.
Over the weekend, Milpitas Police made multiple arrests related to DUI and drug offenses, including a Santa Clara woman with a warrant and a Milpitas man who hit a parked car while drunk.
Rajesh Kumar Kapoor could face 2 years in jail and a $250,000 fine for allegedly sexually abusing a fellow passenger on a flight, according to an indictment.