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SFPD released surveillance video showing thieves using a jewelry-swap ruse to target older San Franciscans. Police describe the tactic and list reporting tips.
Weather & Environment in ...
The Bay Area Air District hit Valero’s Benicia refinery with a $3.25M penalty and ordered real‑time fenceline monitoring as the plant winds down operations. Regulators cited 118 violations and demanded public data access.
Community & Society in ...
Caltrans District 4’s Equity Expo brings free health checks, resource tables and city and state officials to Oakland tomorrow. The day aims to link residents with services and planning efforts.
Food & Drinks in ...
Bob Cabral quietly opened a reservation-only tasting room at Paradise Ridge in Santa Rosa, mixing rock memorabilia with small-lot Pinots and a charity focus.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A district-commissioned engineering review finds the Golden Gate Bridge is highly resilient to ship strikes, with estimated collapse odds far below modern benchmarks.
Politics & Govt in ...
Supervisor Danny Sauter would cut the 180‑day wait for San Francisco’s fully paid parental leave to 90 days, expanding access for workers in high‑turnover jobs.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A Russian Hill home tied to the Fisher family — relatives of Gap co‑founder Donald Fisher — is on the market for the first time with a $17.25M asking price.
Police say a 32-year-old was arrested after dozens of cars had tires slashed in Historic Railroad Square; detectives are seeking camera footage.
Sports in ...
Tony Vitello called Bryce Harper before accepting the Giants' manager job — a reminder that friendships and rivalries are already colliding in his first MLB season.
Two traffic stops in Hercules on Friday led to arrests after officers say they found drugs packaged for sale and a loaded stolen handgun.
A new University of West Alabama analysis finds California metros dominate the nation's highest-paying spots for registered nurses, with San Jose at the top. The report uses BLS data showing a big jump in RN pay since 2019.
Two masked men robbed Ortega’s Market on Guerneville Road and fled on bicycles after a shot was fired. Santa Rosa police released photos and a reward is being offered.
Two juveniles and an 18‑year‑old were arrested after a motorist reported a laser‑sighted handgun was pointed at their car; police recovered multiple loaded firearms.
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