St. Anne's Home in San Francisco, run by the Little Sisters of the Poor, is closing due to staffing challenges and regulatory demands. The closure is part of a broader plan by the Little Sisters.

San Mateo County sends over 150 personnel and resources to aid in Los Angeles County wildfire efforts, showcasing a strong commitment to mutual aid during the crisis.

A moderate earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area, with a 3.7 magnitude near the San Francisco Zoo. No significant damage was reported.

San Francisco's Mayor Daniel Lurie has implemented a citywide hiring freeze to tackle a $876 million budget deficit, sparing key public health and safety jobs.

San José Police seek public help to find Dean Asanuma, an at-risk missing person, last seen with his dog Oreo.

Charges were not filed in a fatal road rage shooting in Orinda, where a driver shot and killed Scott Decker after being attacked. An investigation is ongoing, and the resident's camera footage is evidence.

A Starbucks in downtown San Jose has closed, leaving two others nearby. The company is working with Workers United to transfer the affected employees.

The TSA has launched drone surveillance over San Francisco International Airport to monitor potential unmanned aircraft system threats, using the new Skydio X10 drone.

Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie appoints Alicia John-Baptiste as San Francisco's Chief of Infrastructure, Climate, and Mobility, aiming to enhance the city's infrastructure and environmental policies.

An armed robbery in Antioch's Gentrytown Park led to a shooting, with one victim critically injured. The suspects, two males, remain at large despite an ongoing investigation by the Antioch Police.

George's Donuts & Merriment is opening in San Francisco, offering European-styled doughnuts, alongside salads, sandwiches, and drinks, with a viewable kitchen and a rich backstory.

A 17-year-old boy died after crashing his BMW into a tree in Dublin; the CHP is seeking witnesses to the high-speed accident that occurred on January 4, 2025.

A fire in a San Mateo apartment led to one hospitalization and 12 residents displaced. Firefighters contained the blaze, with the cause under investigation.