Missing hiker found safe on Mount Tamalpais after a night search involving Marin County Search and Rescue, state rangers, and technology like drones and thermal imaging.

Two weeks after thieves made off with more than 1,000 artifacts, the Oakland Museum of California is finally sharing what investigators believe actually happened—and it's not the sophisticated art heist you might expect.

KitKat, a beloved bodega cat, was reportedly killed by a Waymo autonomous vehicle in the Mission District, raising concerns over self-driving car safety.

A high-speed chase involving San Bruno Police and a teenage suspect ended with GPS tracking, spike strips, and the suspect's arrest after crashing a stolen vehicle.

East Bay Firearms in Livermore was burglarized for the third time in two years, with the latest theft involving a car ramming into the store and the loss of $40,000 worth of firearms.

A Marine veteran died from scalding burns after a hotel shower's water reached dangerous temperatures; his family is suing the hotel for wrongful death.

Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose begins a $1.3 billion expansion to enhance services and meet seismic standards, including a new patient tower and improved facilities.

A historic Monterey cypress in Golden Gate Park was removed after a trunk split, ending its century-long presence.

Activist Zoe Rosenberg was convicted of felony conspiracy and related misdemeanors for trespassing and vehicle tampering during an animal rights action. Her case raises questions about animal welfare and activist tactics.

Nvidia reaches a $5 trillion market value, driven by AI demand and robust stock market performance, outstripping major economies' GDPs and making significant industry investments.

San Jose's "Momotaro" bronze statue was stolen; police seek public help. The piece, gifted by sister city Okayama, Japan, holds cultural significance. Authorities fear it may be sold or melted down. The community mourns the loss of a historic symbol.

California State Parks plans a controlled burn at Salt Point State Park to manage vegetation and improve wildlife habitat, with temporary area closures and smoke management measures in place.

Four teenagers were arrested for a robbery and assault near Mt. Madonna High School involving a firearm, with a 17-year-old injured by pistol-whipping. Additional weapons and narcotics were found during the investigation.