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A new, celeb‑filled short called "Comeback City" frames San Francisco’s rebound — and campaign filings show who paid for the pitch.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Vacant offices are becoming a chance to remake downtowns rather than a death knell. Designers and planners point to housing, parks and "stickier" public spaces as the core of a new strategy.
Mortgage applications surged nearly 11% last week, opening brief windows for Bay Area buyers to lock financing as rates bounced. Small rate moves are changing buyer behavior.
Glenn County says it will end its Willows law‑enforcement contract on June 30, citing a near‑$1M shortfall; calls will be routed to other agencies as talks continue.
San Jose released a timeline to collect public input and rename César Chávez‑named sites, with listening sessions June 15–24 and a ranked‑choice survey this summer.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Brussels ordered Meta to reopen WhatsApp to rival AI assistants under interim measures while it probes whether the company locked competitors out. The move raises big compliance and business questions for developers.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A pre-dawn crash in Modesto killed two people after a car struck a house near Robin Hood Drive and Tuxford Lane. Early reports say a CHP pursuit may have preceded the collision.
Weather & Environment in ...
Light coastal drizzle this morning gives way to sun and a high near 69°F. Midweek warming inland may push highs into the 90s; mariners should watch advisories.
A Victorian facing Alamo Square Park sold for $9.125M, setting a new neighborhood record after the home was listed at $11 million. The sellers were tied to Stripe co‑founders John and Patrick Collison.
Supervisors broadened just‑cause eviction protections and required larger relocation payments for renters in unincorporated Santa Clara County.
An 80-year-old Carmel man pleaded no contest to murdering his wife in July 2025 and faces 20 years to life at sentencing on July 10, 2026.
SFEI monitoring shows 6PPD-Q from tire wear in San Francisco Bay after storms, raising concerns for steelhead and other fish.
Cool, sunny Sunday in San Jose with afternoon gusts. Slight coastal drizzle Monday night, then a midweek warm‑up into the 90s.
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