A jury found Tony Befford not guilty of felony assault after a Jan. 29 fight near McLaren Park; he was convicted of a lesser misdemeanor and given time served. The case has raised fresh questions about charging and pretrial detention.

Marysville High will no longer use its 'Indians' mascot as California's expanded ban on Native American-themed school names took effect July 1, 2026.

After nearly 30 years, the Big Wave Center opened at 380 Airport St., offering housing and on-site job and culinary programs for adults with developmental disabilities.

SPARK Social SF canceled the remainder of its World Cup watch parties at Mission Bay after a late-night shooting nearby left two people injured. The operator said dining and scheduled programming will continue at the park.

A three-month-old Hayward infant was found safe in West Los Angeles and his mother was taken into custody, authorities say.

San José Unified is exploring buying a downtown condo tower to house teachers and staff, a plan that has prompted pushback amid recent school closures.

Sunnyvale council approved increases to water, sewer and garbage rates that add about $12.43 to a typical single‑family monthly utility bill.

Surveillance video shows a suspect prying open a postal truck and taking mail in the Rollingwood area near San Pablo. Postal inspectors say the theft may tie to other East Bay cases.

Prosecutors say a 29-year-old Napa man fired 12 rounds at the Park Pointe Hotel in South San Francisco; he faces negligent‑discharge and felon‑in‑possession charges.

Mill Valley marathon swimmer Catherine Breed has launched a staged 900‑mile coast swim, trailing a small support crew and stopping to spotlight local conservation groups.

Police asked people to avoid the Guerneville Road and Range Avenue intersection Tuesday evening as officers responded. Details were limited.

All consumer fireworks are illegal in Burlingame, Hillsborough and Millbrae this holiday weekend. Officials urge residents to attend licensed shows.

Alameda’s 3.3-mile July 4 parade returns Saturday with Rep. Lateefah Simon as honorary grand marshal and tributes to the Alameda Fire Department’s 150 years. Expect a 5K, shuttles and major closures.