Missing 78-year-old Miriam Helm sparks a search in Santa Rosa, with the community alerted on Christmas after her December 24 disappearance from Vineyard at Fountaingrove.

A custody dispute led to a shootout in Pleasant Hill, injuring an adult and child, and resulting in two arrests for child endangerment and other charges.

Petaluma Police seek community assistance to identify a suspect in a violent assault outside the New Yorker bar on December 22, after video evidence was provided by witnesses.

Daily Driver, a beloved San Francisco bagel shop, is closing on Monday, with hints of new developments under different ownership at its Dogpatch location.

Bay Area airports expect a holiday travel surge, with Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose airports preparing for increased passenger numbers. Travel has been smooth and advice includes checking in online and booking parking in advance.

Lima Restaurant in Concord will close on December 31, 2024, due to financial issues caused by a discrimination lawsuit over 'Ladies Night' promotions and rising costs.

Gilroy Police request public aid to solve a drive-by shooting case that caused property damage on Welburn Avenue. No injuries reported; detectives seek any leads or surveillance footage.

A single-vehicle crash in Napa on December 20th hospitalized the driver. The Napa Police are investigating the incident, which occurred near Big Ranch Road and Garfield Lane.

SFMOMA dismisses curator Eungie Joo due to a workplace conduct policy violation, withholding further details, as Joo’s notable contributions to art and social justice are recalled.

Community leaders in Oakland call for Congresswoman Barbara Lee to run for mayor in an open letter, citing her experience and ability to address the city’s current challenges.

Mario Hills was convicted of assaulting an unhoused person with a deadly weapon in North Beach, San Francisco.

Camren Watts, 23, was convicted for a 2020 shooting in Oakland, where he injured a man. He faces a 23-year sentence for multiple firearm-related charges.

Amazon workers in San Francisco strike for union recognition and better working conditions as part of a nationwide Teamsters-led action before Christmas.